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#21
6th November 2020, 12:28 AM
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^I think I was one of the view who loved it instantly when it came out.
 I'm just a bit sad that she made it a habit to perform it in the most annoying way possible the last few years.
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#22
6th November 2020, 07:28 AM
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Day 6: A song that makes you want to run Last angel After the orchestral intro, there's an another instrumental part where it sounded like an action-suspense beat which makes me wanna run faster. To be honest, this song is so suspenseful even Ayu's voice is so dramatic and mysterious in the song. Last edited by kobevalencia17; 6th November 2020 at 03:20 PM.
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#23
6th November 2020, 03:38 PM
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Fortunately I can't remember any recent performances of it----- Day 6: A song that makes you want to run Maybe it's just that this CM is etched into my mind strangely well, but my mind immediately goes to Wake me up. But I think it fits the category well, its tempo and energy seem like a good fit for running! Spoiler:
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#24
6th November 2020, 07:40 PM
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^It really is fortunate, lol. B&D lives from her more mature vocals but she uses this extreme cutesy voice during the last few years whren performing it.
Day 6: A song that makes you want to run: None. I'll pass on this one. Dance, definitely, but run? No.
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7th November 2020, 09:18 AM
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Day 7: A song that surprised you Free & Easy During Ayu's first verse part in this song, I was shocked to hear the drum beats along with the pitch changing (since I first heard it with my volume of my device is so high). That's why when I'm hearing this some times, I usually turned down the volume of my device.
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#27
7th November 2020, 10:26 PM
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7. A song that surprised you:
I don't know, none really comes to mind. But now that I'm typing, maybe Terminal. I wouldn't have thought that she would go into that direction ever, least not with a single. It was a very nice surprise, though.
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#28
8th November 2020, 12:01 AM
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Day 7 : A song that surprised you
Mirror. The first time I listen to it, it was quite early in my fandom and I was amazed by how a popstar can release such intense and interesting type of songs. After completing her discography, I saw that she always exceled in releasing all kinds of interesting tracks, in spite of her huge status.
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#29
8th November 2020, 12:43 PM
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Day 8: A song you think is easily overlooked Boys & Girls I totally agree with this song. Because I saw most of Ayu's concerts where every one of the audiences in the concert sing-along when every time Ayu's singing this song. Day 9: A song that should get a new recording for 25th anniversary poker face Even some others say this song is not at her best, this song would probably be a remarkable one. So, I can't wait for her 25th anniversary of her career. And I wish this song could get a new recording for her 25th anniversary. Last edited by kobevalencia17; 9th November 2020 at 10:38 AM.
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#30
9th November 2020, 08:46 PM
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----- 7. A song that surprised you I'm having trouble remembering what has really surprised me... The one I remember best is probably the most recent one, The Show Must Go On! When the first preview of it came out, I was one of the people who thought it just sounded like a poor snowy kiss clone... and while the similarity is definitely there, it fully has its own identity! The Show Must Go On turned out to be so much better than I was anticipating, so propulsive, intense, and catchy! 8. A song you think is easily overlooked Ayu has so many ballads that even some excellent ones seem to get overlooked. Shout-out to beloved, which I also think gets overlooked, but Shape of love is the one that most needs attention! It's such a beautiful, subtle, healing song. 9. A song that should get a new recording for 25th anniversary I have a strong irrational love for FRIEND II, I would love to see Ayu dig it out again and brush the dust off with a fabulous rerecording! Spoiler:
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#31
13th November 2020, 11:40 AM
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Thank you, Kacku. Since she debuted in "poker face", I gladly suggests that this would get a new recording. Spoiler:
Day 10: A song that should have been a massive hit no more words For me, this should have been a massive hit not just because of it's the soundtrack for Inuyasha, but also, the melodious and smooth feeling of the song. Day 11: A song you know by heart Wishing This is one of my favorite ballad songs by Ayu. When I first heard this song, I delightfully loved the meaning of the song and learned the lyrics softly even though I can't understand Japanese. Day 12: A song that's your life motto Depend on you This song is how I live my life everyday. Like staying active, going on a long journey, don't stop running till I get through my final destination, etc. Day 13: A song you like from the 10s MOON Technically, this song has a big impact and so powerful. Also, this was my favorite song of all tracks from Love songs. Even though I don't have a musical taste into rock songs, but I liked this song. Last edited by kobevalencia17; 13th November 2020 at 11:43 AM.
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#32
14th November 2020, 02:26 PM
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Day 14: A song you like with a lot of English lyrics STEP you More than loving songs from the album RAINBOW, I truly appreciated this song because this is where I started to loved Ayu's music more and more. Technically, this song should be recognized in my country but eventually, our country's music channel called "MYX" often chooses random songs from JPop like Utada Hikaru's Automatic and First Love where most of her Jpop songs are popular in our country here in the Philippines. But even though this is a Japanese song, this would be more recognizable and understandable because of its English lyrics and its energetic music beat.
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#33
14th November 2020, 08:47 PM
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Uff... So many days top catch up in. It's about time that i finally get WiFi in my apartment.
Here ist the First batch of dass i missed. The Rest night come tomorrow Spoiler:
3. A song that reminds you of wintertime Zutto There is nothing better than Walking around during a snowy day, filled with lots and lots of beautiful Cotton Candy like fluffy snowflakes and listening to Zutto. Miss those days 4. A song with a PV you love is this Love Always Loved the exploding effects in that of and is this Love is Just an awesome Song. What else is there left top was? 5. A song you first disliked but now love Happy Ending With this Song there always was one problem for me: it's on the "wrong" album. My Story as an album takes so much away from the individual songs. After the First 4-5 songs it gets hard to listen to the end. That's why I never payed Attention to Happy Ending and it didn't catch me. First with the Cirque du Minute live it found it's way in my playlist. Yes i didn,'t dislike it but there ist no Ayu Song I really dislike 6. A song that makes you want to run Not sure what Song to choose so I'm gonna cheat a little and say to her Eurobeat remixes. 7. A song that surprised you Last Angel For this I'd also chose Free & Easy but I don't remember how I felt when I first listened to it. With Last Angel we got such a banger among more laid back Tracks. I remember that someone asked her in Twitter If Last Angel would also be a midtempo/ ballad Song. And Boy she didn't lie when she said no 8. A song you think is easily overlooked far away Idk it Just feels like that this beautiful recieves the least attention from the trilogy. And If seems even Ayu don't sing this song If it's not paired with vogue and Seasons. Á beautiful song like that should get more love 9. A song that should get a new recording for 25th anniversary Signal Oneof the best album tracks of A Song for XX, If would be interesting to see how this one woul'd Sound with a modern touch.
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#34
14th November 2020, 09:23 PM
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10. A song that should have been a massive hit
I wish Mad World had become a massive hit for Ayu! It's an excellent song, Ayu sounds great on it, it has such a good message... It's a great song, I wish it had taken off! 11. A song you know by heart I actually have a whole list of these because I spent some time during springtime lockdown testing what Ayu songs I can sing from memory. One that I was surprised to find I knew by heart was fated, an amazing song that I don't listen to often enough.12. A song that's your life motto This is the most difficult one for me to answer, I don't really consider any song a life motto. Many of Ayu's songs have poignant lyrics that have stuck with me over the years, but if I had to pick one that has a message I aspire to... maybe no more words? I'd be fine being a loser / I always want to be a loser is the key for me here; it sounds like a lesson in humility and empathy that many people, including myself, could internalize better. Overall, the song's message seems to be to stop, listen and reflect, and that's something I want to be able do well to be a better person for others. 13. A song you like from the 10s Oh lord, so many. I'm gonna say Tell me why, it's a really impactful one! 14. A song you like with a lot of English lyrics The first one that comes to mind is Real me! It's a really cool song with fun and memorable English lyrics. Spoiler:
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#35
15th November 2020, 12:51 PM
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(Trying not to fall behind again lol.)
15. A song that's your guilty pleasure For me, a guilty pleasure is something I enjoy even though at the same time I think it's kinda bad. I can only think of one Ayu song like this: ANother song feat. URATA NAOYA. It's just so basic, the melody, lyrics, production, everything, and it has Urata Naoya on it, ughhhhhhh, but I still find myself enjoying the atmosphere and getting caught up in its catchiness. Spoiler:
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#36
15th November 2020, 12:53 PM
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10. A song that should have been a massive hit Mad World Also going to chose Mad World. This Song has such a strong Message, maybe one of her best Lyrics in recent years and it would have deserved to get a huge hít 11. A song you know by heart connected I can sing along many Songs If they are played in the Background but I guess connected ís the only one I really know by Heart. Had the german single in repeat Back in the days, sonI would be Mad at myself If I could Not sing this song anytime I get asked to. 12. A song that's your life motto Step by Step The Lyrics are so empowering and has many parts that I could cite as a Life motto. These two speaks the Most to me "One more step, because our courage to step forward has more meaning than 100 steps" "Rather than counting what we don't have we must realize how many things we do have" 13. A song you like from the 10s the next LOVE Haha yes, I'm one of the persons that really likes this song  . It felt like something new, she didn't have a song with that sound before and idk... I just Like this Song. Can't pinpoint a certain reason it is Just Overall a good Song with great Lyrics imo14. A song you like with a lot of English lyrics XOXO It's Not the best english she used in Lyrics but that's what makes this Song fun to listen to imo. And singing the Refrain Out loud is so much fun. P.s Í just found out she is not singing " We're sich's Friends" but " What's the difference". Whoops, but I think I stay with my Version
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#37
15th November 2020, 01:14 PM
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I don't know how I've forgotten about this challenge, but I took some time to explore Ayu's music and I managed to select some songs.
1. A song Ayu should sing more often Sorrows - it's one of her most powerful songs, where she admitted her weaknesses and mistakes. Maybe that's why she doesn't sing it, but I love it. 2. A song remix that surpasses the original version Daybreak - HAL's Mix 2002 - the soothing melody and the lyrics do it for me more than the original version. 3. A song that reminds you of wintertime You were... - I listened to this song in the winter so many times, it was released at a perfect time for me and it became my favorite winter ballad. 4. A song with a PV you love part of Me - the costumes, the colors, the perfection of make-up... 5. A song you first disliked but now love W - I found it difficult to connect with this song. I still don't, but I love to listen to it at times and I started to see the power from it. 6. A song that makes you want to run Naturally - it's one of my favorite songs of her. From the beginning, all I want is to start running, I resonated so much with it. 7. A song that surprised you FLOWER - didn't expect a song like this, with lyrics so sad that tear you apart and the chorus sang with a wailing desperate voice. Perfection  8. A song you think is easily overlooked aeternal - it gives me a nostalgic vibe and I love listening to it in the summer especially. I've seen that people don't resonate as much with it. 9. A song that should get a new recording for 25th anniversary End of the World - it's a difficult song with her current voice, but I would love to see a new version for it. 10. A song that should have been a massive hit WORDS - it's the most powerful song from TROUBLE in my opinion. 11. A song you know by heart A song for XX "030213 Session#2" - I've been singing it since highschool, and I still love singing it. Really full of sorrow and emotion. 12. A song that's your life motto SURREAL - a timeless song. The lyrics reflect some of my values and I still feel that way after so many years. 13. A song you like from the 10s count down - it may be because it was from the beginning of the 10s but this song stayed with me...it made me think more about how she is a human being losing her hearing but can still sing about it. 14. A song you like with a lot of English lyrics Lelio - just a party anthem, with random lyrics but lovely to listen to. 15. A song that's your guilty pleasure HONEY - sometimes I think this song is way too cute, but damn, I love listening to it. Last edited by Mikytaryan; 15th November 2020 at 01:28 PM. Reason: Added more details
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#38
15th November 2020, 08:44 PM
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16. A song you are/were really excited about BLUE BIRD What made me excited about Blue Bird was that the single was released during the time I really got into Ayu. So yeah that was a exciting time for me, seeing this single released and all the new lives for Blue Bird Last edited by Teppei-chan; 16th November 2020 at 08:25 PM.
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#39
16th November 2020, 09:49 PM
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 ----- 16. A song you are/were really excited about I'm honestly having a hard time remembering a specific song... Maybe Merry-go-round? I was quite excited when the Feel the love/Merry-go-round single was announced (her first real single in several years!) and even though I wasn't as big of an m-flo fan back then as I am now, it was still exciting to find out she would be officially collaborating with them! Spoiler:
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#40
17th November 2020, 12:26 PM
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I love seeing so many diverse opinions - a great way to rediscover Ayu's songs
 16. A song you are/were really excited about Honestly, I was very excited for Ohia no Ki and Dreamed a Dream - new music in such a long time, beautiful pictures and beautiful messages. I wasn't disappointed as I love both songs I think I was excited for every release, but most clearly, I remember Mirrorcle World era. That was a really hyped song and it delivered.
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