Arashi Hits the Global Charts (Again)!

March 15, 2010 at 2:35 pm | Posted in Arashi, J-Pop/J-Music | 3 Comments
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 Congratulations to Arashi for making it to the global charts again. Sugoi desu ne? Now with their new single, Troublemaker. And it’s number one! Without further delay… Go Arashi!

 QUOTES ABOUT THIS NEWS FROM THE SOURCE:

“They always seem to be quite down- to- earth to me. If there’s a bit of arrogance or ego, they hide it well.
But these boys should be really proud of themselves!” – u_chai@lj

To which someone replied:

“Ohno asked the fans to scold them if they ever get big-headed.”

 

MY THOUGHTS: I’m glad about it. This means that Arashi has a lot of supporters and sales. But setting that aside, and that of being happy for them, I’m happy that an uplifting and energizing song like Troublemaker (trademark of Arashi music – inspiring songs) made it to the number one of the global charts, surpassing Lady Gaga and Rihanna who are so popular.

Honestly, I don’t like U.S. or Western music and their usual themes. I don’t say that they’re not good at all. I just mean that I can’t get myself to like them and be a fan.

One factor is the lyrics. Sometimes, I just don’t understand what they say, sometimes they say a lot of slang and ideas that are too adultish (you know what I mean). I find Japanese music more meaningful. (Western music fans, please don’t get angry with me. There are many western songs that I like!) Another is the music video. I like J-music videos, especially of Arashi, better. I’m aware of how good Western music videos are (especially those effects!) but I’m kinda more concerned of the theme and purity in it and how it makes people smile and how they teach values. But of course, J-music has their share of flaws and mistakes, too. Ah! Those silly costumes…

So, there! I’m just very scrutinizing because I choose what will help me be a good person (so this is personal). I’m just happy for Arashi because this is global achievement.  This means that their hardwork is really paying off and getting recognition internationally. I hope Arashi keeps singing songs which are very meaningful and full of their positive emotions.

And I’m also happy because Arashi is very down-to-earth and not arrogant. They even feel scared of what they have. That’s what makes me like them.

Current Mood: depressed, then suddenly, happy

This week’s prayer: Father God, please help me to surpass all the obstacles that come my way. Let me take this path courageously with the strength You will provide for those who have confidence in Your overflowing goodness. I trust in You.

Quote of the day: “Everything is a grace!” by St. There of the Child Jesus

Merry Christmas! / Arashi – Best Artist of the Year!

December 18, 2009 at 11:34 am | Posted in Arashi | 2 Comments
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Today we just had our Christmas party. It wasn’t good or memorable. Maybe because of the lack of preparation for the food and games and the unorganized flow of the party. But there were many fun and happy parts!

Now, let me give a report about the current things about Arashi today. MY POST WILL BE VERY LONG considering the many things I must and may say. SORRY FOR THE LARGE PICS. They’re there for you to read.

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Oricon: Arashi is the first ever “CD, DVD 4 category champions”

Arashi is the first ever “CD, DVD 4 category champions” ~ Monopolising the top 3 spots of the singles charts for the first time since Hikaru GENJI 21 years ago.

TOP 10 SINGLES OF THE YEAR

*1 *,656,676 ***,345 Believe/曇りのち、快晴 / 嵐、矢野健太 starring Satoshi Ohno 09/03/04
*2 *,620,557 ***,320 明日の記憶/Crazy Moon～キミ・ハ・ムテキ～ / 嵐 09/05/27
*3 *,513,186 **7,887 マイガール / 嵐 09/11/11
*4 *,489,138 **1,134 愛のままで… / 秋元順子 08/01/23 累計650,534
*5 *,423,004 ***,405 Everything / 嵐 09/07/01
*6 *,377,516 ***,385 イチブトゼンブ/DIVE / B’z 09/08/05
*7 *,377,097 ***,*** RESCUE / KAT-TUN 09/03/11
*8 *,359,556 ***,*** ひまわり / 遊助 09/03/11
*9 *,331,248 ***,*** ONE DROP / KAT-TUN 09/02/11
10 *,299,246 **1,270 急☆上☆Show！！ / 関ジャニ∞ 09/11/04

TOP 10 ALBUMS OF THE YEAR

*1 1,432,781 *15,600 All the BEST！ 1999-2009 / 嵐 09/08/19
*2 1,251,148 **1,732 SUPERMARKET FANTASY / Mr.Children 08/12/10
*3 1,000,127 ***,772 塩、コショウ / GReeeeN 09/06/10
*4 *,897,095 166,842 愛すべき未来へ / EXILE 09/12/02
*5 *,847,273 **2,558 EXILE BALLAD BEST / EXILE 08/12/03 累計1,791,174
*6 *,786,657 *10,375 ayaka’s History 2006-2009 / 絢香 09/09/23
*7 *,668,097 ***,568 DO YOU DREAMS COME TRUE？ / DREAMS COME TRUE 09/03/21
*8 *,489,464 **1,023 レミオベスト / レミオロメン 09/03/09
*9 *,480,865 **3,602 Box Emotions / Superfly 09/09/02
10 *,467,521 **1,221 CALLING / コブクロ 09/08/05

TOP MUSIC VIDEO RANKING ALL TIME (VHS+DVD)

*1　 902,376　サバイバル / GLAY　　99/5/19　\1020
*2　 590,642　5×10 All the BEST! CLIPS 1999-2009 / 嵐　　09/10/28　\4,800
*3　 475,507　Real　Face　Film　/ KAT-TUN　　06/3/22　\2,610
*4　 469,801　ザ・ビデオ LOVEマシーン / モーニング娘。　　99/10/14　\1,020
*5 　428,256　ARASHI AROUND ASIA 2008 in TOKYO / 嵐　　09/3/25　\5,800
*6　 426,274　BOHEMIAN SUMMER 2000 / 宇多田ヒカル　　00/12/9　\6,000
*7 　403,399　Live MIJ / SMAP　　03/12/24　\8,190
*8　 400,758　KAT-TUN　Live　海賊帆 / KAT-TUN　　05/5/3　\4,500
*9　 348,004　映像 ザ・モーニング娘。ベスト10 / モーニング娘。　　00/06/14　\4,725
10 　336,007　EXILE LIVE TOUR “EXILE PERFECT LIVE 2008” / EXILE　　09/3/18　\4,980
11　 322,371　SINGLE CLIP COLLECTION VOL.1 / 宇多田ヒカル　　99/12/22　\2,800
12　 318,610　LAST GIGS / BOOWY　　88/5/3　\3,066
13　 306,451　FIRST CUT / 倉木麻衣　　00/11/08　\2,940
14　 301,754　”BUZZ” THE MOVIE / B’z　　01/03/14　\4,700
15　 301,282　ライブ初の武道館 ダンシング ラブ サイト 2000春　/ モーニング娘。　　00/08/30　\4,410
16 　295,890　SUMMER TOUR 2007 FINAL Time -コトバノチカラ- /嵐　08/04/16　　03/03/05　\5,600
17　 294,417　ハートに火をつけろ！/ ラルク・アン・シエル　　98/12/23　\5,229
18　 293,608　The true meaning of “Brotherhood”? / B’z　　01/03/14　\4,100
19　 292,766　ザ・ビデオ　恋のダンスサイト / モーニング娘。　　00/02/23　\1,020
20　 289,057　SMAPとイッちゃった ! SMAP SAMPLE TOUR 2005 / SMAP　　05/12/14　\8,400

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This was amazing! They’re actually monopolizing the Oricon charts! And in different categories? Arashi, omedetou. I hope that you’ll continue giving your best and singing for us like we’re your family members, too.

Speaking of that, here is the Tokyo Big Sight event that recognized Arashi as the:

BEST ARTIST OF THE YEAR.

Here are snapshots! The Best Artist of the Year is…

From me: Congratulations, Arashi! You deserve the award because you worked hard and have shown all of us unity, friendship, and brotherhood. Please continue singing for us not just for the award but for the art of singing and inspiring people. I hope that you will continue to sing songs that encourage and inspire because this is your trademark. Keep your humility because this is one of the good things about Arashi. Keep the good work!

MERRY CHRISTMAS, everybody!

Enjoy your Christmas holiday with peace and joy with your families! Happy Birthday, Jesus! My Christmas wish is internal peace and good relationship with my friends and family, filled with goodness and kindness. Another is that I may find the right university for me where I will give it my best and offer you the fruits of hard work.

Credits: remarkable (fansubbers), arashi_on@lj members

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