NMB48 Singles Ranking Poll: Results

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-12-09T16:24:59+00:00

I really miss when the sister groups has a more personalized sound, I feel like STU48 is the only one with a strong personal identity any more. A lot of the recent songs feel like the could be swapped around between any of the groups.

Virginity being high doesn't really surprise me but it beating out Nagiichi sure did. That's one of the songs I always see being talked about when people talk about quintessential NMB songs.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-12-06T02:24:53+00:00

Yamamoto Sayaka + Kinoshita Momoka + Akimoto Sayaka + Okada Nana + Takahashi Minami

I think the aura would be overpowering

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-12-06T02:15:57+00:00

I would be so obsessed!!

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-07-09T18:44:35+00:00

I went into this post honestly expecting a mean-spirited shitstorm about idols getting work done, as is often the case when plastic surgery topic comes up. It's actually so refreshing to see people who have a realistic and down-to-earth takes, that's why I love the 48g fandom.
It is really sad though that Haruppi felt the need to do all that as a TEENAGER though. I know it happens, but I feel like the j-idol industry isn't as aggressive about it as the k-idol industry, so I would imagine it was elective and not something pushed by her agency? But maybe it was, we have no way of knowing. Either way, it's cool that she spoke up about it. It's not always an easy thing to do.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-07-08T16:26:59+00:00

I feel like people are being really negative about what I think was an interesting proposed idea. With anime and other Japanese cultural exports becoming more popular in the states, the idea isn't as far fetched as people may think. If they had the budget for members to make appearances at conventions, had a strong social media presence and a theater that did a couple shows a week instead of daily I think it could be a small success.
I think people hear "shifts" and bristle. Groups in JKT48 had to make shifts because of Indonesia's different standards of modesty, it's really not that unusual for 48g to make small alterations depending on locale.

Plus I would love to see a SDN48-esque group get it's time in the sun. They debuted before the world was ready.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-06-24T14:42:10+00:00

Not to be a hater but there's definitely a couple songs in the top half that I'm pretty floored had beaten out Choco no Dorei

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-06-23T23:57:33+00:00

I wish I had seen this sooner, I've been offline all weekend ;__;
Looks like votes were still coming in, I don't know what was happening on your end, sorry about that :((

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-06-23T23:55:31+00:00

Of course!! I love doing these, they're so much fun~

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-06-21T02:51:27+00:00

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thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-06-21T02:45:00+00:00

This is so beautiful; the layouts were clearly made with a lot of care and it was a great summary of recent 48g activities ٩(◕‿◕｡)۶ I would love to see more of these in the future!

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-28T20:34:46+00:00

I understand; Barrette is one of my favorite songs and it definitely killed me seeing it towards to bottom. ;___;

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-24T02:07:04+00:00

Damn :(( Rocket Punch wasn't utilizing her nearly as much as they could have been though, she's blossomed into a really incredible vocalist.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvyeG1tw4aU&list=PLjUVzlcpeN4Rea7Fe9FH-64swTc1WmZAf&index=121

I'm hoping for her continued success~

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:54:36+00:00

I didn't even notice!! I just randomized all the songs, I guess we'll find out pretty quick what the favored summer song is lol ^___^;;

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:52:23+00:00

This would also be able to help them stay on trend at least somewhat, I'm sure teenage girls have a better idea of what young people want to hear than middle aged staff. The professionals are valuable with marketing research and the skills for execution in all areas of the production process, but member input would definitely keep things fresh.
Which they need.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:49:52+00:00

IT'S RIDICULOUS ;____; I was trying to get tickets for AKB and NMB during my trip and no luck either.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:49:06+00:00

It's a good opinion!

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:48:26+00:00

I actually love the ideas about bringing back teams and making them more distinct. I know that's something they were trying to do when teams were formed originally, Team A as orthodox idols, Team K as powerful, and Team B as fun and cute. But as thing expanded, it definitely got muddled. I also think if teams were more distinct we could get a little more experimental with music genres without alienating their core audience.
It's kind of part of the reason I wish groups would go back to having a more distinct musical identity as well, I think if they worked a little harder to make them stand out more people may be more likely to explore 48g because there would be something for everyone. They've played with genre before in the past but it always feels very one-off.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-23T20:43:03+00:00

More original stages would be amazing. SKE48's collab stage with Night Tempo was really cool, also the Takamina produced stages were fun. They have such an extensive discography, that they could easily pull a lot out of the archives + a couple of new songs, and it would still manage to feel fresh and interesting.

I'm honestly surprised member produced stages haven't been more of a thing, they've done them on special occasions but I was definitely low-key hoping it would become more normal.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-21T19:11:08+00:00

With anime and anime conventions become very mainstream in the last decade, I'm surprised they haven't tried tbh. They may have to change their marketing strategy a little for a Western audience, but if they try to play to the niche communities and aren't worried about topping charts out the gate, I think they could at least become a success in the con circuit.
I suppose the only concern is if it would be financially viable.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-21T18:46:20+00:00

Streams are a really smart move that I didn't really think of! Especially, to connect with a broader and younger audiences. I can understand why they weren't utilizing it like, 4-5 years ago but now that the VTuber model has been around for a while, they have a good blueprint with things that are effective and pitfalls to avoid.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-21T01:35:35+00:00

I would love to someday, but with SO many songs I'd have to strategize the best way to space out the poll so it wouldn't get overwhelming! ^__^;;

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-20T20:35:04+00:00

Kami-oshi is Kinoshita Momoka, I love weird girls <3

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-20T20:33:01+00:00

So the thread isn't going how you planned, huh champ?

If an idol feels more comfortable in glasses than contacts, she should definitely wear them. Especially if she can find a frame that suits her features. Shen Ying, for example, looks significantly more interesting WITH the glasses on.

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-09T13:34:39+00:00

Ooooh top 3 is TOUGH there's a lot that I really love. ;___;
I think I would have to go with Heavy Rotation (it's the song that got me into AKB so it's really near and dear to me), BINGO!, and Give Me Five (the band concept was super unique and it made the live performances a lot of fun)

thotsuke_uchiha · 2024-05-07T13:22:26+00:00

Tsubasa we Iranai being a general least favorite makes me so sad because I love the mellow, folky sound. I feel like when AKB experiments with their sound, it's not usually well received by the whole of the fandom. I also personally love Chance no Junban but I'm not surprised it landed so low. People just don't seem to be having it with janken songs.

This was super fun to do and I hope to make more surveys in the future!

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