Yet Usseewa represents the meeting point of multiple trends in J-pop, all coming together just right. These high-profile influencers dont depend on peoples sympathy and they dont need to appear relatable, balancing the fine line between appearing down-to-earth and glamorous at the same time. The countrys numerous inventions have made its way to worldwide media for two very different reason: to admire, or to gawk at due to their oddity. If this does not resolve the issue or you are unable to add the domains to your allowlist, please see this FAQ. Japan's rule of Korea ended in 1945 when it was defeated in the war. Photo by Author. People have been covering, remixing, and riffing on the song for a month now. After all, with SNS growing rapidly the distance between the public and the artist is smaller than ever. Mitsubishi Heavy, one of the firms involved, has reportedly refused to comply with the court order, while two other companies have had their assets seized in South Korea. Thats why Twice, a K-pop group with little to no presence in the US, is able to outsell radio darlings like Maroon 5 with ease. Support VBJ's writing on this blog: "We hate the Japanese.". Young people in Japan are less optimistic about the realities of work, given years of declining employment and news about overwork sometimes leading to death. First topic: Break out the mindset of Pop Music in other countriesMusic Name: UssewaArtist: AdoMusic Language: Jap. If you're not sure how to activate it, please refer to this site. One of the most popular songs of the year has been "Usseewa", a manifesto against the Japan's rigid social norms and destructive work environment. Theres no doubt the labels have poured tons of resources and time into making these artists distinct and memorable. https://discord.gg/CTBPjNqgguGet EXCLUSIVE Reactions and Content at https://www.patreon.com/gaijinguyshttps://twitter.com/GaijinGuysPodhttps://www.instagram.com/gaijinguyspodcastFollow the GUYS main Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/dicodechttps://www.youtube.com/c/RyanMearhttps://www.youtube.com/c/WavePotterhttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheChampOfMediumAffiliate LINKS!Launch your own PODCAST!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1930012Support the show, Share part or all of the audio of this episode. The hologram of the long-deceased Shakur was joined on stage by Snoop Dog, prompting a media frenzy explaining the mechanics behind it. Around 1931, Japan was in the midst of a depression triggered by the Great Depression in the US. And finally, Corpse Husband has proved it's possible to get a following without showing face. For years charts have been dominated by pretty teenagers with questionable music talents. 13 February 2014. However, the Korean model, which revolves around a person rather than music, is as difficult to follow as the Japanese one. MORE, as many children had started singing, or mimicking the song's lyrics in their speech. The ongoing trade and political dispute between South Korea and Japan is tied to lingering wounds dating back more than 100 years. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. I dont know anything about the language really, but I looked it up and saw usse means noisy, so how does adding wa make it offensive. In the end, all signs point to the music industry following the Korean model rather than the Japanese one and its hard to imagine the Western industry embracing a generation of virtual stars. Yoru Ni Kakeru sounded zippy and peaked with a sing-a-long chorus, but read along and youd encounter a narrative about people throwing themselves off of buildings. Answer (1 of 21): There are many different reasons - you are talking about a world full of people. It's also led to a flare up in tensions over a group of islands claimed by both countries. Usseewa represents a crest of several music and pop cultural trends that were already in motion across Japan. Pt. One man smashed up his Japanese-made car. For Japanese people, the emphasis is placed on what is best for the collective "we", so it would be deemed selfish to prioritize the "I" over the "we". The eccentricity has been wholeheartedly embraced by the Japanese public. Usseewa is Japanese Singer/Songwriter Ado's debut single which was released digitally October 23rd in 2020, just a day before her 18th birthday. [15][16] The song became a social phenomenon dominating Japanese music streaming sites and karaoke charts months after its release. YouTube. However, for the most unlucky of language learners, there is more than one alphabet to learn. A misdemeanour can prove to be costly. The social justice movement isnt the only trouble along the way the emergence of the new generation of celebrity influencers is just as worrying. Sponsored contents planned and edited by JT Media Enterprise Division. Links ! The lack of style changes doesnt mean the visual side of the business has been abandoned. https://gaijinguys.myspreadshop.comGAIJIN GUYS Discord! Rather than accept them, Ado delivers a broadside against them, choosing themselves over the mundane life expected of folks in the nation. Its still rare that those defiant little bops become mainstream hits, though. However, many seem to forget she was supposed to be more than a mere novelty. Thats what I thought of when singing the song.. The title and catchphrase of the song, "Usseewa . Japan has long established its position as technology-advanced yet quirky fellow. [1][3] The song became popular among the younger generations in Japan,[4] and has even been called "2021 youth anthem". https://discord.gg/CTBPjNqgguGet EXCLUSIVE Reactions and Content at https://www.patreon.com/gaijinguyshttps://twitter.com/GaijinGuysPodhttps://www.instagram.com/gaijinguyspodcastFollow the GUYS main Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/dicodechttps://www.youtube.com/c/RyanMearhttps://www.youtube.com/c/WavePotterhttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheChampOfMediumAffiliate LINKS!Launch your own PODCAST!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1930012Support the show. It also sent tens of thousands of women from across Asia - many of them Korean - into military brothels to service Japanese soldiers. [17] Four days later on February 18, the number of subscribers on her YouTube channel exceeded 1 million. Ado Drops Cover of Popular Vocaloid Track 16-bit Girl, Ado Releases Music Video for Odo, Track Produced by TeddyLoid and Giga. Hatsune Miku. Sorry, but your browser needs Javascript to use this site. Japanese studies graduate and pop culture junkie. Music School or DIY | The Community Q&A Answers, DCMS, The Albert Hall and a Pipeline Development Fund for grassroots venues and independent, Burn Me to the Ground: Do I Secretly Heart Nickelback? That hook (a particularly aggressive way of saying shut up) is a verbal kick-back against the norms making up Japanese society. It said it caused a "grave" change in security co-operation between the two countries. Hatsune Miku. The Aimyon example in particular deserves a closer look. She first encountered the site while still in elementary school, after learning she could browse it using a Nintendo 3DS. Its not just the Kardashian clan anymore; the likes the of Hadid sisters, Hailey Bieber or Lily Rose Depp are just as popular with the teens. It looks like you're using an ad blocker. In the US and other Western countries, the physical format is supported by the last bastion standing: the loyal fandoms, who are motivated by their attachment to celebrity personas; the desire make their favourites happy. Tokyo argues that the 1965 treaty that restored diplomatic ties and provided more than $800m (620m) in Japanese financial help, has settled the matter. One man smashed up his Japanese-made car. The voice behind Usseewa belongs to Ado, an eighteen years old woman. Yama, whose popularity skyrocketed thanks to the viral hit Haru wo Tsugeru, is never seen without their tasselled mask and bulky parka prompting the noisier netizens to endlessly speculate about their gender. When Hatsune Miku first came into the spotlight, capturing the publics imagination with her rendition of Ievan Polkka, the media promised revolution. A man smashed up his Japanese-made car in protest at the trade dispute. [4], Ado has expressed that the lyrics of the song are meant to help relieve the stress of her audience by resonating with their frustrations. The Japanese military forced Korean and . From todays perspective, its hard to say if the prophesied takeover of virtual artists was a genuine prediction or simply fear-mongering, meant to generate clicks. Camilla Cabello is an excellent example of how private life woes can cause troubles in a celebrity career. [22], Ado provided the singing voice for the character Uta in the 2022 anime film One Piece Film: Red; the album Uta's Songs: One Piece Film Red, containing the vocal songs from the film was released on August 10, 2022. On June 11, 2021, she was chosen as the second Japanese female Artist for "YouTube's Artist on the Rise". "Kokoro to iu Na no Fukakai". [14] On December 10, 2020, "Usseewa" ranked number 1 on Spotify Viral 50 Japan. The biggest link, however, comes from the lyrical themes of both. The song's lyrics criticize society's so called "common sense", with Ado speaking on behalf of members of society about their dissatisfaction and anger with society. [6] On February 5, 2021, a remix of the song by Giga was released called "Usseewa (Giga Remix)". Not even in Mikus native Japan. I guess the added offensiveness of the translation comes from "usse" being kind of a slang way of saying it 60 Reply tcunninghamm 2 yr. ago Actually doesn't have to be feminine. Ive been interested in trying to learn Japanese for a while, and people like you all make it less intimidating to get started. Miku and her avatar friends proved its possible for people to get passionate about animated images; they proved theres no need for celebs and their paparazzi photos to keep the publics attention. Japan's Foreign Minister Taro Kono called it a "complete misjudgement of the current regional security environment" and said Tokyo would "strongly protest" to Seoul about it. The former star of Fifth Harmony has two smash hits to her name, Havana and Seorita, and an A-list boyfriend, but her consequent music releases have been met with varying kinds of success and suffered from low album sales. [6], Ado was born on October 24, 2002, in Tokyo, Japan. Reacting to The Japanese Man YUTA - 11. Published January 20, 2022, with 758,500+ YouTube views A more appropriate title for this post might be "11 Things In Japan That Americans May Or May Not Find Rather Annoying", but I did not think that flowed . Who was Ukrainian minister Denys Monastyrsky? It doesnt mean Hatsune Miku was a false prophet. 11 Reasons You Will Hate Japan. But "deserve to be hated"? The debut track from teenage singer Ado, Usseewa managed to do just that, and has emerged as the biggest Japanese hit of the year so far. politics. SEGA, Colorful Palette, Crypton Future Media, Inc. Chaso (movie support), Daifuku Mix (mixing), Kizuna AI (Black AI) (movie), Aneco (illust), Natsume Senshuu (mixing), Riguruma (video), Gozu (mixing), LAM (illust), Tarm (video), Hamu (mixing), konbusennin (illust), PIROPARU (video), Ata (illust), YAB (mixing), Yoshi (video), Yuu Nogi (mixing), Dakuryuu (illust), Miya. The fiery and fierce Usseewa emerged seemingly from nowhere, serving as Ados first major-label release after years of uploading songs to YouTube. The Youtuber first made news for playing Among Us with Pewdiepie, where he quickly became the talk of the town thanks to his unnaturally deep voice. The only reason that isnt a bigger deal is because YOASOBI already pioneered that path with Yoru Ni Kakeru, last years biggest song which also was never available in CD form (only recently, with the release of their debut EP The Book, can you get the song in a physical format). Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! Sources for chart positions are as follows: The issue reared its head again in 2018, when South Korea's top court ordered a Japanese firm to compensate Koreans it used as forced labour. In 2020, at the age of 17, she made her debut with the digital single titled "Usseewa", which peaked at number 1 on Billboard Japan Hot 100,[1] Oricon Digital Singles Chart, and the Oricon Streaming Chart. :D. At time of writing, it boasts over 64 million views on YouTube for its animated video, which you can watch below. Not every artist is as secretive as Yorushika or Ado, but the current generation of singers is certainly less keen to show off their visage and less fashion-conscious than their older peers. [10] A couple months later, she featured as a vocalist in a digital single "Shikabanze" by jon-YAKITORY, which was released on March 29, 2020. Like others said "usse" comes from "urusai" which means loud/noisy so if you tell that to someone it's used the same as telling them to shut up. Edit 2: And suddenly my first award? In August of 1945, America dropped two atomic bombs on Japan one in the city of Hiroshima and the other in Nagasaki resulting in the deaths of more than 200,000 Japanese citizens. Usseewa isnt so much a short story as much as a declaration against the glum realities of working life in Japan. Hatsune Miku came to the mainstreams attention in 2012 when it was featured on CBS and Kotaku. The victims became known as "comfort women". The issue of "comfort women" remained particularly contentious: in 2015, Japan apologised and promised to pay 1bn yen ($9.5m; 7.9m) - the amount South Korea asked for - to fund victims. Taiko no Tatsujin Plus: Shinkyoku Tori Houdai! 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