I think that Japanese music has some interesting, even if it adopts a lot from Western tradition.

I came across a Japanese artist not long ago by the name Joe Hisaishi. His compositions sound great, and he's got good reviews. Who knows what else is there.

Your thoughts on Japanese music, traditional as well as modern. Please opinionate.

i like reggae and underground hiphop

Here are some good J artists that I've been listening to the past few months

Reiko Kudo
Takagi Masakatsu
Haino Keiji
Melt Banana
Mondialito
Advantage Lucy
Yuichiro Fujimoto
Sigh
Mono
Swinging Popsicle
Jon
Cornelius

yah, you mean from the us and uk. where all countries get their influences from, copy from. just because japanese aren't white doesn't mean they're copycats.

it all came from the US, black people founded loads of modern styles.

france, germany took the same amount of style from the US and UK, but I think there are more international fans of jmusic, since the musicscene is different from other, and probably more original. among them are the japanophiles, but also many who appreciate good music and are like 'music is a universal language', 'you don't have to understand it, just feel it'



hmm, japanese music, japanese rockmusic

there are quite some artists and bands that are have their own styles, and just awesome.

I'm sometimes amazed at how wide the range of musicstyles, groups, singers and artists is in Japan.



I'm not surprised at all if you mention an artist like Joe Hisashi, I haven't heard his music. I've heard so many non-japaese and also non-asian people talk about japanese artists and groups who they think are great and unique-sounding, like Yoko Kanno, Hyde, Shiina Ringo, B'z, Dir en Grey, Miyavi, just to name a few.

if they, normal people, not necessarily japanophiles, and often cool people, really think that,
then the japanese musicscene must be something more original or freshsounding than what they were used to.

I like how the japanese musicscene is dynamic, new groups, singers and artists are getting their breaktrough every year, like Remioromen, High and Mighty Color


I'm not very into anime, though they are worth of the time, but I see why fans often look for more japanese music, cause the music that's in anime can be really impressive.


I dl-ed the Gundam Seed album, and loads of nice songs on it.

'Meteor' and 'Invoke' by TMRevolution

'Annani issho da ta noni' or something, by See-Saw

'Pride' by High and Mighty Color

etc.





Gundam Wings had several songs by Two-Mix


'Just Communication' 'Rythm Emotion'




most of the songs were written by the singers themselves. something I appreciate.

Joe Hisaishi does some really nice piano pieces. If you're interested in instrumental music, then I recommend Yuki Kajiura, Nobuo Uematsu, and Aki Kuroda.

Can't remember if I said they're copycats, but I appreciate your advice. They are a different thing, I agree.

How come in alot of songs they incoporate a few words of english into it? Sometimes I wonder if they know what they are saying. But its okay I still like some of their songs and I understand some parts.

is it true or not,,

some some words you cant put into sentence's?? with certain languages
so you have to use english or another type of language for that sentence??

kinda like if i want to say


can you go to the store with me..

but in your languge it would be kinda like

you go with me to store


i like the adding of the english and somtimes korean/into japanese music.visa versa/ same with english music, i like the throw in of the japanese or mexican ect.. it can mess it up to,depending on who edits the songs ect..

Most of the traditional Japanese songs are really good. But for modern, so far the only songs that I enjoy is J-Pop.
Cuz all of that J-Rock stuff is basically more of a kind of like, western rock. But I enjoy western rock better than J-Rock.

really?

I kind of thought japanese rockmusic was a lot more funky-sounding, more original than AMERICAN and british rock.

well, the lyrics are certainly more errm poetic, yeah.

I guess that could be it also, although j-rock has a lot more screeching and yelling in my ears.
so... yeah, pretty much original.

Your probably thinking about those viskei jrock bands :O

someone please send me the song Love & Joy by Kimura Yuki and some other fast beat songs by her >.<

wow, that's so different from my view on j-rock 2 but yeah, I probably listen to different japanese bands and rockartists than you.






Neomelodramatic

with SUBS woooot! I really like this song, great beat. cool lyrics.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3x2gULeLVE...rno%20Graffitti


Emu ~ for my dear

ok, this does have some screaming in it, but it's highly appropiate and somewhat poetic, not like punk-@$$ screaming. it's a song he dedicated to his diseased friend. very emotional. great bass, drums

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuVj3L2PjJk...rch=gackt%20emu


another song where he screams in it, but again, it's highly appropiate, lyrical, the song is very 'sophisticated'

''This song is very interesting for two main reasons. First, the musical themes of the song bounce back and forth between very soft, light, and innocent, and extremely dark and threatening. The other very interesting thing is that the use of language in this song (anata, watashi, kare, sentences ending in wa) suggest that it's perhaps sung from a woman's point of view. Basically, the song seems to be the story of love and obsession and madness, ending in... well, you can hear it for yourself. [koho koho] The thematic struggle between the two elements is really reflected in the two types of "dreams" referred to at the end... hard to say which is more disturbing. ^_^''

he's a great performer and live-singer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnG_kBRxrqo&search=doomsday

this is the song with english subs, someone thought it fitted with scenes from 'Naruto'. it does. and it's quite touching.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCAFNW2PyGU&search=doomsday

he also writes more upbeat poprocksongs and beautiful ballads


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuhYz3Qr5ks...%20kimi%20ni%20

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qog3IY-Yzls...20ni%20aitakute









Konayuki

a theme-song from '1 Liter of Tears'

it's a video with scenes of the drama, it's was a really nice drama

spoiler-alert

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kz5ZBG1fjd8&search=Konayuki




Rosier

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcqw51t0R04...er%20Luna%20Sea

I love the screaming in it, it sounds great. well, the quality isn't that good. and yeah, it's v-kei band, but they are really talented.



damn, I could go on for hours giving links and such and proove how many great japanese rockbands and artists exist. but meh, I'm not very good in picking bands and artists and I'm laaaazy.




oh, and you know, rock is kind of an emo-music thing, screaming is kind of really normal in rockmusic. as long they don't just scream as if it replaces the real music, and the songs have good instrumentals, vocals and lyrics, they're fine.

which I do find a lot with many japanese rockartists like gackt, hyde, etc. and bands, like Remioromen, B'z, L'Arc en Ciel, Glay, etceteraaaaaa.


=
SNIPPETS OF KONAYUKI.. thanks to oceansportrait www.livejournal.com/oceansportrait

"Powdered snow, if you could even stain hearts white, would it have been possible for us to split our loneliness in half?" "I probably don't know everything about you, but from a hundred million people, I found you."


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Translated Konayuki

Lyrics: Ryota Fujimaki Music: REMIOROMEN


Powdered Snow

The season in which the powdered snow dances always passes by
Even if I’m lost in a crowd I can see the same sky
Even though I'm chilled as if I'm being blown by the wind

I don't know anything(1) about you, do I?
And yet, I found you amongst a billion(2) people
There's no (scientific) basis for this, but I believe this with all seriousness

We can't live at the same time without trivial fights
If I can't be honest, then rapture and sorrow are meaningless

Powdered snow, if you paled me white to the heart
Can you share our loneliness?

I pressed my ear against your heart
Going gently, deeply towards where the sound (is coming from)
(That's where) I want to disembark,
There, we'll meet once again

I want us to reach rapport but I was the (only) one who touched its surface
The only thing that was holding us together was my hand squeezing yours that was numb with cold
Powdered snow, in front (of us), eternity, too fragilely, becomes a stain upon rough asphalt

Powdered snow, this heart that has transcended time is faltering
And yet, I want to continue to protect you

Powdered snow, if you paled me white to the heart
You would wrap around our loneliness and send it back into the sky

(1) lit. Everything.
(2) lit. A hundred million. Japanese number splitting are different in that it goes from a thousand (sen) to ten thousand (man) to a hundred million (oku) instead of the thousand, million and billion we're used to. I just made this a billion to parallel what I call a "numberless number" i.e. one of those numbers that doesn't have other number names in it like a hundred, thousand, etc.




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Love Phantom
Performed by: B'z
Lyrics by: Inaba Kohshi
Music by: Matsumoto Tak
Translated by: Mina-P (Email: Minako@senshigakuen.com)

Note: If I pointed out every instance of amazing literary technique used in this song, you'd never see anything but notes. Technically speaking, it's probably some of the most skillful lyric writing I've ever seen. Well, that's AP English for you. But seriously, Inaba-san's lyrics are brilliant, making amazing use of internal and external rhyme, alliteration, repetition, and more terms than I can remember. See if you can pick them all out for yourselves!!! (Oh, the fun!)

http://www.senshigakuen.com/translations/l...ove_phantom.htm
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I love Japanese music! It's the only kind I listen too. I always hated music 'til I heard it. I love hearing Kappei Yamaguchi sing! XD My other favourites are Do As Infinity, Tackey & Tsubasa, M.O.V.E, lots more I can't mention. ^^

Hello everybody ! i´m a newbie

well i really like Nobuo Uematsu and Yoko Kano´s instrumental music, and i really love gackt´s voice and music style, Maaya sakamato and Utada Hikaru are also ok...

I hear Gackt's really good! Never actually heard any of his songs though...

Here in America, common knownledge is that Yoko Ono's husband made some good music. However, that is pretty much the extent of it.

What are some Japanese names in music. I would like to check them out.

tssssssssssssk


you're missing out on a lot of good music, and bad music from Japan.

but yeah, what's good and what's bad is all subjective.

Japan's has a wide range of artists, singers, bands, groups, styles, so there will be something you eventually really like/love.


well, you could click on the link in my sig, so you can dl the song Cube. it's a kind of heavy, artistic, powerful song.





these sites are good to find more about jpop

http://www.j-poop.com/

We aspire to be a definitive source on the pop and rock coming out of Japan and in the process provide a sanctuary for the j-pop collectors who don't always feel at home on this worldwide web where most j-pop resources tend to focus on where to illegally download it. We don't talk about that here. We talk about the music, and when it comes to acquiring it, we talk about importing CDs and DVDs. We will provide streaming audio samples of music so you can make a more informed decision on whether it's something worth buying, but you'll find no high-quality direct download files on this site. It's about respect.

This is a site for the fans, by the fans. The content is created and shaped by the entire community. It's structured so that every voice is heard. Most of us have genre preferences, particular artists we follow and some we ignore. That's why we feel it's important that everyone is able to highlight, preview, review and talk about the artists and releases that interest them. Together we can cover all the bases.

Welcome to j-p00p.com, where we really give a $hit about j-pop. Please make yourself at home.

Errr.....no.

i like X japan a lot
i thik hide was the most charismatic musician of the 90 (After kurt cobain ; ))

Mondialito reminds me of a french-inspired Spangle Call Lilli Line. Good stuff. I haven't checked out Mono yet, but I did get my hands on advantage Lucy's "Echo park" recently. Amazing album.

Spangle Call lili Line are another good J indie band. I like their "Or" album the most.

Oh and I like Shiina Ringo.

Ayumi Hamasaki.

Shes such a legend to me hahas

I like MAXIMUM THE HORMONE

strawberry sex is an extremely addictive song

I wasn't into japanese music before. But after I started watching anime, I mostly listen to japanese music especially J-Rock. I have to say that japanese bands are awesome. My favorite is of course L'arc En Ciel because I just love Hyde powerful vocal and Tetsu's bass.

New names are constantly introduced in the music scene through anime and by introducing them through anime, the target is worldwide especially in the United States as anime fans are increasing.

I don't like the idea that the only way or most of the ways people get to know J-music is through anime, no don't get me wrong it's a good idea but the idea that japanese music = anime is quite a slap in the face when you get considered to being as equal to Pokemon/Yu-Gi-Oh lovers, get my drift?

I don't even watch anime.

I know what you mean. I guess it depends on the anime genre. As for me, I started listen to J-music after I watched anime. But, after that, I started to search and listen more to Japanese music and discover better music outside the anime industry. I have to say that the recent animes have superb soundtrack compare to the older ones. But, hey, it's just my opinion.

Yeah I know but you know, people generalize it, so even though some anime might have great soundtracks, people will still generalize you f ro being an anime otaku =.= And i didnt even start out with anime.

Japanese traditional Enka music sounds smilar to Turkish Art Music.
I listened it recently.It's pretty smilar.

huh? can you give me an example of Japanese Enka music?

Yeah, here are some good samples.You will remember if you listen careful.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB4xFatLXjM&search=enka

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEZRGdQ6wF4&search=enka

i started off with anime music
then turned to jpop cause of jdramas
fav artists:
w-inds., orange range, mika nakashima, dai (van tomiko), koda kumi, ayumi

I have to say Mika Nakashima, Yuna Ito, and Ken Hirai are really good singers. The dynamics they put into their ballads is superb.

Gack is very weird. I suggest that you dont view any of his live concert songs with his band because he does alot of gay things with his band members (ie. find the live concert of Vanilla). There are alot of weird things about that guy. The only reason I watched that video of that song is because I heard alot about him like doing a theme song for a Gundam Wing movie and I think other anime's as well and thats the only video I could download.

Later,
Dslash......

Gackt did act ''weird'' and eccentric in the past, that was all for good fun.
People seem to like it, and other not so. Now, he's showing more of his ''normal'' side. He's quite an intelligent, witty, talented musician, person and one of the best live-singers (and performers) ever. And unbelievable strongminded and devoted.





anyway, he's admirable


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I: As for that, I think Gackt-san senses that danger precisely because you really felt the atmosphere in other Asian countries. For example, you went to Korea quite a few times already, right?
G: I did. Recently I’ve been meeting politicians from China, Korea and Taiwan often.


I: What kind of conversation did you have?
G: The reason I’m making music, the reason I’m doing them overseas, etc., and in between there are talks about sponsors and things like that. Mostly those kinds of conversations. First we start from “I’m not coming here to do promotions.” I said that the influence of culture is necessary right now to unite Asia. So I would like them to lend me their strength.


I: Well then, it’s not simply because you want to do a live, but in a deeper sense, you are advancing towards Asia with a mission in mind.
G: I do think about that. A lot. I do it with that in mind because I won’t be able to move on if I don’t. If I go there simply to do a live, it will only be a matter of bringing the instruments and the band members over, and putting the stage together there. What I plan to do is completely different from that. I’m going there to show them the world view that we are looking at. Our world view is the message. I have no interest in promotions; I’m doing this only because I feel it as a mission of sorts, that I’m meant to do something to bridge Asia.


I: Do you also start becoming aware of this mission when you were 20 years old?
G: No, it’s in the recent five years that I started thinking this way. Ten years ago, those were still the times when I was concerned about whether my CD will sell or not.


I: Eh! Gackt-san?
G: There were such times. That’s because I won’t be able to continue if my CDs don’t sell; because we can’t make a living (otherwise). But I realized in these seven, eight years that we can still earn our income through something besides music. It’s really easy to see.


I: Bwahahaha! So frank
G: In this past seven, eight years, I began to understand that we can still earn money even if we don’t play our music in order to make a living. I saw that we can still, surprisingly, earn an income. And so, I realized that it is not necessary at all to play music just to make a living. If I do, I would have to write popular music, and I’m not interested in doing that. Doing that would only bring conflicts eventually. (lit. conflicts, complications, trouble, discord)


I: Were there times when Gackt-san yourself experienced such conflicts?
G: There were. Around seven to eight years ago.


I: Hooo, I’m a little surprised.
G: I thought to myself that living through nothing but music makes you dependent on it. I think it was seven to eight years ago, close to nine years ago. A group of my close friends, who were in bands, were rapidly falling out of the music scene and quitting music, and life became difficult. All these happened before my eyes. It was such a time.


I: I see, I see
G: At that time I thought, “I see, everybody is frightened.” About not being able to make a living. We musicians give a strong impression of making lots of money, right? But in one lifetime, the period of time when we are popular (lit. respected) is amazingly short. The amount of money isn’t really that great in proportion to our lifespan. But musicians are, generally, really foolish. That is why when we receive large amounts of money, we think that this will last forever and spend it frivolously. And the interesting thing about human is that even though we’ll be happy when our standard of living goes up, we will never drop it. Even if we can’t sell (our music) anymore, we will not lower our standards. We suffer, are terrified of discords and worry about it dropping. That is what I saw happening with my own eyes and the first time I realized that this is what it meant by depending on music to make a living. But that isn’t… very good at all. I decided that I mustn’t be that way. And I look again at what “music means to me”. To me, music is (a way) to convey our message, philosophy, will; and to fulfill what I mentioned earlier on, missions and duties. I concluded then that music shouldn’t be all about earning a living or (feeding) our families.


I: Music is separate from a way to make a living.
G: Yes. And then when I was thinking of how to make a living, it came to me. “Indeed, I can earn my income by doing other jobs.” And I thought that if I set up a few different companies and make profits from there, music will not be my income anymore. In that case, I can use music to realize my dreams and to use it as a tool to unite Asia; I can devote myself to (creating) a home to help everyone move forward. (lit. push people’s back) I am a complete brand.


I: Brand?
G: Yes. (However,) if you think of the brand as something to make a profit from, it will become worthless at once. What the power of brand refers to is really the power of image. That is completely different from profits. I will do something else unrelated to me (lit. other than “me”) to earn the profits. “I” am a complete brand. That is why it is OK even if we get red numbers (from concerts). The people who take part in this feel that it doesn’t matter as long as the brand lives on. So the tour this time will not be the scale of that of a “hall tour”, let me say that clearly.


I: Not just this time, it’s the same way for each of your concerts.
G: How (scary) the red numbers are. When artists who are planning concerts come to watch mine, they will ask, “How much did you spend!?” I wonder if they aren’t trying to create such a stage as well. But they won’t be able to, because they are planning to make profits out of it. So we can invest on (such concerts) because we look at making profits separately. You won’t be able to do it if you keep thinking of makings tons of profits. That is why we can come up with such crazy things. I tell them to not get that wrong. Same goes for going to Asia which I mentioned earlier on, I’m not going there because I want to sell my CDs, but because I can do something after using this brand called “me”.


I: How can you use this brand called Gackt in Asia?
G: What I can do is to further strengthen the relationship between Asia through the influence of music culture. To make it strong like it has never been before. My dream is to unite Asian citizens. I think that is what I’m meant to do.


FIGHT


After “Love letter”, the story revolving around “MOON” was restarted after the end of the GIFT theme. Three singles were released followed by the album, “DIABOLOS”, making it the second album for the year 2005. The concert that started along with the release of the album was the biggest national tour ever and Gackt held his first Tokyo Dome live as the concert final. Year 2005 for Gackt can be said as (a year of) fighting grand battles.



"Only the ones who think of moving up along with me need follow"



I: You released two albums; held the largest national tour to date; and had your first Dome performance. When we were doing the keyword interview earlier on, (page.29), you said, “I’ll retire if I cannot accomplish this.” I think the year 2005 was truly a year of fighting.
G: I see myself as having missions and duties that I have to accomplish in Asia, so if I can’t do even this, I won’t be able to accomplish those, right? That is what I think. I don’t use the word “retire” lightly; I do it knowing in my mind that I can clear it. And I would like my staff to think that way too. That is why I said that I would also like to determine the staff’s [will or ability] during the tour this time. In the end, it’s not like everybody moved along with me when I cleared something. [1] “Although I can do it by myself to this extent, I can’t go beyond that.” There are a lot of people like that, right? That isn’t something bad. For instance, being able to think that they don’t have the ability to carry on any longer also takes courage. And we’ve ascertained their [will or ability]. [2] If we don’t, it’ll be difficult for them because we’ll be pursuing more things from now. Stop if it becomes too difficult and painful. I don’t want to become such a companion [who would force others to continue] either. Only the ones who think of moving up along with me need follow. Really, I just don’t want to think badly of my companions.
[1] It’s like when he did something successfully, not everyone made that progress along with him. As you move along to a higher level, some people get left behind or can’t catch up.
[2] He didn’t specify what it was he was testing the staff on… but I believe you can’t follow something/one either because you don’t want to, or you just don’t have the ability to.


I: We aimed even higher and year 2005 was for determining how much of those (goals) we can achieve for ourselves. It was a year of fighting and determining our limit. (lit. maximum)
G: I hope everyone can see it that way.


Original text by: Sachie Tojo
Translated by: Sweiled



Own comments:
I think I stopped breathing for a few seconds when he mentioned Singapore and Indonesia in his plans. XD He has never been here to do promotions and the like before, so it really came as a surprise. I thought that he will tour China, Taiwan, Korea, Hong Kong maybe, or Thailand... but I didn't think of my own two coutries. And more than anything, I'm truly grateful that he includes Indonesia in his plans. It's not exactly the safest or cleanest or most advised place to hold a concert in. XD I do love my country, despite its many faults and to know that he thinks it worthy enough... it brought a bit of tears. Even if it somehow falls through due to security reasons, I'm still glad that he thought of Indonesia.

/patroitism XD

It's the first time he named countries as well! Before, it was just a vague "Asia", but now it's pretty definite. Though we don't exactly know when, he IS coming. Ah, it will be grand to see him in Singapore, and also to meet up with other fans! That will be the day~


It is interesting to see his view on Asia economy. I don't know many artists who do that. ._. But you can really tell his love for his country and his desire to make it better. He isn't afraid to point out the faults and to admit that they have weaknesses either. Though sometimes I wonder when he has the time to think about all these. XD You need a lot of information and news about politics, the world, current economy to be able to make a proper stand, and you need a lot of time to read about all that. He gives me the impression of a black hole. Keeping his eyes open and absorbing everything that is in his way. Hehe. ^^;


Ahaha, I thought it was rather amusing that the interviewer found it hard to believe that Gackt has had such times when he couldn't sell his CDs too. It tells us something too, doesn't it? ^^ But wow, this part definitely interested me most. Haha, he sure is someone who doens't compromise. XD I thought it was bloody brilliant what he chose to do eventually. Most people would either accept the way things are done and try their best to live with it, or they move away from it, refusing to compromise their way of living. But Gackt, he carved another way out for himself. :3 In the end he got all that he wanted. The music that he loves and use to spread his messages; as well as a way to make a living.

And my bad for bringing this up again, but the thought of people calling him a media-whore... It makes me want to do some real damage to someone. XD I do think that anybody has the right to criticize others, but DON'T do it if you don't know anything about the person. And especially NOT in public places. It just makes one seem ignorant, jaded, and thoughtless. If there is anything I learned from being here, it is to not judge the book by its covers. Not everything is as they seem... And I try to keep that in mind for other artists, or even people in general, as well. I may not know them well but if others like them, then they must have positive qualities to them too, just that we aren't aware of it. Don't be too hasty to judge others. I think being in a fandom makes me understand that.


I admire him muchly for saying, "I am a complete brand" and then to say in the next line, "If you think of the brand as something to make a profit from, it will become worthless at once." I think he has succeeded well in finding a good balance between the two. I especially like the line "What the power of brand refers to is really the power of image." It's true too, if you look at all the TV appearances and CMs he has appeared in. I don't know how exactly to put it in words... though he makes use of it to earn his income, he doesn't sell himself and go for everything that can give him money, you know? Despite it being his way of earning money, he still chooses carefully the projects he take and products he endorses. That's the impression I get.


My dream is to unite Asian citizens. I think that is what I’m meant to do.

A lot of people might laugh at him and say that he is silly for wanting to do this. "An artist trying to unite Asia? With what? His looks?" I think a lot of people will think that way, but I can see it happening. I've always believed in it. Even when I didn't understand him well, all I felt was admiration and respect when I first read about his goals. He isn't someone who talks about grand dreams without doing anything about it. He sees, he plans, and he executes. He has such great passion and strong faith in him and what he is trying to do that you can't help but be affected, I guess.

And as I read the last part, I realized that it is true that only the ones who can and wants to will follow him. ._. Though we don't contribute directly, but it's quite the same case here, don't you think? It takes a lot of determination and dedication (not to mention insanity XD) to stay in this fandom, and I've never once felt that it isn't worth it. And I do hope I can still say the same line in the years to come. ^^


Thank you for reading and do keep a lookout for the next two chapters.



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vanilla_girl_09
2006-02-11 04:32 pm UTC (链接)
*dances* thank you so much for translating this! its so huge too!! @_@

It is the word “省く”. This word “省” can sum up one’s entire life.
*burns word into memory* XD
Im not too sure I understand exactly the whole concept of what he was saying but it seems to make sense at the same time. ^_^;

We are currently planning my activities as a vocalist in Asia.
頑張って　ね Gakuto-sama!!!

It is a fact that the power of America is growing too large currently. The strength to fight that more as best as we can, as well as an influential voice is necessary for Asia.
eh? *whimpers*
if he is gonna fight America, can it wait till I get to Japan first? lol...
Im not sure what all that was about... I hope Gackt doesnt dislike Americans (like the rest of the world -_- though I cant really blame him. ><

said that the influence of culture is necessary right now to unite Asia. So I would like them to lend me their strength.
awww~ *tear* the altruistic egoist... I so want to help him. I dont know how... it makes me sad. T_T

I have no interest in promotions; I’m doing this only because I feel it as a mission of sorts, that I’m meant to do something to bridge Asia.
I truly believe this, I cant say that I ever thought any famous ppl were very sincere but he really is, and its not just becuz he says so, he proves so!

Ten years ago, those were still the times when I was concerned about whether my CD will sell or not.
*dies* Its hard to believe, there was a time when he thought like that. Just like when he said he questioned his singing ability (in his autobiography)... it makes me a little less nervous about all my self doubt. XD

We suffer, are terrified of discords and worry about it dropping. That is what I saw happening with my own eyes and the first time I realized that this is what it meant by depending on music to make a living.
I absolutely LOVE what he says about music being a philosophy. And how he didnt want to think of it as a way to make a living or make music to sell out. I wish I could be like that about making films. I wish I had that kind of courage. I feel bad that I try so hard to learn from him but yet I still live in fear. Even though I love it, I hate it too... cuz it makes me ashamed that I cant go beyond the fear like he has.

So we can invest on (such concerts) because we look at making profits separately.
It makes me want to cry how noble this statement is... specially after seeing Xmas Live, cuz I know he went so far into the red for that. I used to joke about him being an attention whore, not even meaning it seriously or hatefully. I think even that is wrong. I dont know any musician person like that. Now when ppl say those things about Gackt it really hurts me. Here he is working himself out to the point of illness, fainting after (even during) shows and gets labeled a sell out, when all he is doing is making money to give back to the fans, so that they have a wonderful time. I cant even begin to imagine how hard that must be.

Only the ones who think of moving up along with me need follow.
@_@ he says it so simply but its difficult to be overshadowed by someone... specially somelike Gackt... his friends & staff truly have their work cut out for them.
I want to be someone who can measure up... artistically. *sigh* Im not even a speck of dust in the horizon compared to Gackt.. -_-;;;
*twitches* ... even if I never make it, even though I want to give up (alot), I will always try... I want to follow Gackt too. ^_^

Once again thank you SO much for this. *pounce huggles*
and sorry my post is like a book. >< .



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shibuya
2006-02-11 04:32 pm UTC (链接)
Thank you so much for translating this. Lately, my Gackt fandom has been slipping, and now I'm so ashamed of myself for it. It's not that I love him less, it's just that I've been paying attention to different things lately.

He still amazes me everytime I read his interviews though. *___*

I was thinking about how some people accuse him of being a "sellout" because he does so many promotions and endorsemnents outside of just making albums. And after reading this, I realized that's not true at all. Like he said, when music is your source of income you become dependent on it, and therefore the music you make has to be the sort that will sell well. For him, it's more like all these other things he does to make money are actually helping him stay true to his music. If he can make his own income come from places other than album sales, he can make the kind of music he wants to, and convey the message he wants to, without having to worry about whether it will make enough money.

That's a really awesome philosophy. :DDDD

I'm also very impressed with his views on being Asian and the economy. He's just so intelligent. I'm like...speechless. XD
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gacktprincess
2006-02-11 04:44 pm UTC (链接)
OMG me and my brother were talking about Gackt last night about his music. My brother said Gackt can't make a living from music forever. I can't believe Gackt knows thatO__O. Mostly some people who do music never pick thisup, and until it's to late. I like how he's trying to join all the asian countries together. He is very cool. Thanks for translating Imee. ^____^.
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kuro_no_diablo
2006-02-11 04:59 pm UTC (链接)
Can I just say that your own comments are just as meaningful as Gackt's interview? ;D

This interview can be the subject of a long, long discussion XD But to sum it up:

..it is the way we look back, reflect and introspect.

That is so true. We use the mistakes from our past as a tool for self-improvement, and then we let it go, because if we are too harsh on ourselves, we can never be as successful as we can be. Only when we acknowledged our own imperfections and strengths can we be more successful, because we know ourselves better, develop our strengths further, and take more care in not making a mistake. And this acknowledgement can only come with much introspection, looking inside yourself. I love this, this is a wonderful practice. ;3

In this article you can see more of how Gackt's mind functions. He doesn't stay "stagnant". He works, he reflects, and then he LOOKS FOR NEW WAYS OUT. And that, I think, is what makes him so versatile and charismatic. He used politics as part of his explanation of why he thinks Asia should unite... it's like, DUDE, DO YOU EVER SLEEP? XP

He's an ever-changing angel (<- XD)with a very ambitious goal in his mind. But, like you said, I think we truly believe that he can do it. When has he ever not delivered as promised? ;D

And that whole thing with testing his staff.. how sensitive of him, he doesn't really push them to their max. Rather, he asks them to follow - if they can (<- in an arrogant way? XD j/k). We just wish that he'd apply the same theory to himself, and not push himself to BEYOND the max and fall over at concerts. ;_;

I hope that he's going to your country so you can go to his concerts! ;D

And dearie, if you are going to say "It makes me want to do some real damage to someone.", please end it with a "-____-||" or a "RAWR", for more dramatic effect, yes? XD XD hehe.

.... did I say "to sum it up"? >.>;;

*falls in step behind you to follow Gackt*

THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL TRANSLATION!
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_boooo
2006-02-11 05:13 pm UTC (链接)
Are u asleep? XD

because I plan to move around the whole of Asia: Taiwan, China, Singapore, as well as Malaysia, Indonesia, etc.

Eh?! U stopped breathing? I took a sharp intake of breath! LOL Im glad Singapore was named and didnt fall under etc. Zomg, i hope he comes here! *__* A one day stopover for a mini fan meeting would do too. Anything! Someone stop my racing heart -___-;; I have an Indonesian friend who thought that it was sweet of him to mention Indonesia too ^__^ She thinks that it will be unlikely that he goes there bcuz of the unstable politic system. However, I feel that if Gackt had said it, then he will do it. Im waiting for the day for him to come here!~ It would be so cool to see all Gackt fans gather in this tiny island

Based on Japan’s position in Asia, Japanese very much think that other Asian countries are beneath them, right?

Thats true. Even I thought that all Asian countries were beneath Japan :3~~~ Gackt has a mind of a president! When I first read about him wanting to unite the whole of Asia, it came across to me as he using his music to get himself known in parts of Asia first, then gradually spread the message across in his songs and interviews for a united Asia. I know he can do it! *__* He has the ability and the charisma for his goodwilled message to sink into his fans.. like what u said.. you can't help but be affected,. Wow, I await the day where this will come true! Maybe he might do something crazily huge like giving a quota to the number of fans from each respective country to attend his concert or something.. heh.. talking about random >.> ^^;;

I think I would like to visit less popular places one by one.
I: Like the North Pole or South Pole?
G: Or the Amazon.

LOL word to that. Or singapore? XD Punggol is not very well known... -__-...^_____^

I wonder if they aren’t trying to create such a stage as well. But they won’t be able to, because they are planning to make profits out of it.

*sigh and melt into a puddle* That's probably why his band members and crew respects him SO much, they know that they are working for someone who goes out of his way to bring across something that's more than just music, and the least that they could do is to give him their utmost support and loyalty.

I don’t use the word “retire” lightly;

Right on. No more worries for yr 2007 ^^;; Year 2005 was truly a year of fighting :/ Gundam project, Love Letter, then Diabolos. Its 2 albums in a year, holy cow *.*!!!!

*strains neck to take a peek at his schedule* Come here onegai! XD
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uranus_sama
2006-02-11 05:23 pm UTC (链接)
*sigh* This is probably rather shallow of me to say but it's times like these that I curse the fact that I am but an American Y_Y
Its true, though... America is going farther and farther down the tubes... and I hate being seen as some kind of ... ambassador or like... part of what's going on with it... I want to get "I DIDN'T VOTE FOR BUSH!!!!" tattooed on my head in like seventy different languages so that people KNOW.

I can't help it though... I guess I feel kind of left out. I dont think that's what he's getting at but that's how I feel ._.

btw, what keyword question are you on? I'm on *counts* Question 20. It's rocky at best... but if you wanna compare notes... you know where to find me XD






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asahifirsa
2006-02-11 05:30 pm UTC (链接)
I think this was a really, really interesting interview. Especially the part about him setting up companies to be independent from what he makes with his music. And I like how he does not jump around about the age issue anymore
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elise_maxwell
2006-02-11 07:02 pm UTC (链接)
i thought your words at the end were lovely, especially the part where people talk about things negatively that they dont even know. i'm glad to have you as a friend who thinks similarly to me~

..but it costs so much for me to fly to asia XD gaaah~
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_ananda_
2006-02-11 07:31 pm UTC (链接)
I can't ever thank you enough for your translations. He never fails to inspire me and so many times he'll say something that is just the thing I needed to hear to lift me up and give me courage when I don't feel up to the challenges of my life. I loved reading about how he feels about his music and making sure that he doesn't have to depend on it to earn a living and his plans for Asia. He's just the most inspiring person I know and I'm so grateful to you for translating for us. ♥

Trisha
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leftapple
2006-02-11 07:42 pm UTC (链接)
The little comment he made about coming to Malaysia made my heart stop for just a beat ^_^;; The thing about him is that, when he says something, he truly means it. So we know that he is definitely coming to us, it's just a matter of time:)

The thing about Gackt is most people tend to generalise him, as they do other artists. What people don't get is that it is so easy to pass judgement onto other people without even bothering to look underneath the surface. So I do understand what you said there about getting riled up whenever someone calls him a media-whore.

I liked what he mentioned about setting up different companies as a means to fund his music. That is one smart man there. He has incredible foresight (^^;;) and is able to see the bigger picture, and plan for the future rather than simply live in the present.

My words seem so jumbled up. Anyway, excuse me for dropping by here ^^;;. And Thank you muchly for your lovely translation.
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fiorente
2006-02-11 09:39 pm UTC (链接)
Thank you for the translation! I always wanted to know what what all that kanji, hiragana and katakana says on the magazines I buy. XP And your translations are so fluid. Wow~ ^_^

I'm really glad to hear that Gackt is moving across Asia. I really want to see him live one day. That would mean so much! XD And I'm glad he mentioned your country. I don't live in Asia right now, but I still go back to Taiwan now and then. I'm going back this summer, so hopefully I can get my hands on more Gackt stuff.

Sometimes, I am really amazed about all the information that he knows and picks up, too. He's like the CEO of Gackt (his brand). * lol * CEO's have like a few television sets that they watch all at once on the lastest news all over the world, and everyday they read 20 journals. It's crazy! I wonder if Gackt does that, too. >_< I think, though, he probably picks up a lot of it from talking to all those important people that he talks to. Yeah...

Anyways, thanks a lot! This is really exciting!
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juincoquine
2006-02-11 09:42 pm UTC (链接)
ahh, Philosopher!Gackt makes me super happy.

ehhh what was I going to say? God, he's so bold. He knows exactly what he wants to do and he's made his mind up. Him having such a vision for Asia is so... romantic! People of different nations that are so physically close to each other but so mentally and emotionally distant finally coming together to be their own entity and co-existing... ah man.

Reading his words, merely that, makes everything so much more hopeful. I do hope, that in time, more people would come to understand that we are all human... but that we all can continue on through our paths.

^_^ ahh. Love isn't a strong enough word. That's why there's "veneration".
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tarogirl
2006-02-11 09:44 pm UTC (链接)
First off..*hugs and hugs and hugs for this Imee*

I love this translation sooooo much. *saves it*

"A lot of people might laugh at him and say that he is silly for wanting to do this. "An artist trying to unite Asia? With what? His looks?" I think a lot of people will think that way, but I can see it happening. I've always believed in it. Even when I didn't understand him well, all I felt was admiration and respect when I first read about his goals. He isn't someone who talks about grand dreams without doing anything about it. He sees, he plans, and he executes. He has such great passion and strong faith in him and what he is trying to do that you can't help but be affected, I guess."

You tell 'em!!!!!!!!!!!! He can do this and I know that he WILL do it. I am so incredibly proud of him for making this his goal and I know that he will succeed. I sadly think too often people discount musicians and act like they have no right to be concerned with the world around them and/or have no right to an opinion. Gackt is a great great example to politely or not so politely force into those peoples' faces to make them see otherwise. He is a great man and I know that with time and with his will and fire and constitution he will be able to do this. There is no way that he can fail. I really really believe that.

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gackt_geisha
2006-02-11 10:47 pm UTC (链接)
.... I miss chatting on MSN! >.
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amethyst_mage
2006-02-12 12:14 am UTC (链接)
*hugs you tightly*
T.T thanks SO much for this translation.. wasnt really waiting or expecting this in particular.. but its a really touchy one.. '.'
i admire him even more (if that can even happen..) i love his words here.. so toughtful and.. emotional.. he pushed me a step closedr to order the limited ed of the tour book.. i dont wanna regret later not buying it.. but its kind of.. expensive.. ^_^'''''
im not here to talk bout that though..
im just completely speechless!! when i read indonesia & singapore i was so happy ffor you! when he mentioned other 'strange iunknown' places to visit for trips.. i was secretly hoping hed come here... but .. id definately doubt it.. and apart i wont be able to meet him anyway... =.= T.T oh well.....
THANKS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!
*HUGS TIIGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHT!*
bye bye sweiled! ^.^/
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nanani
2006-02-12 02:14 am UTC (链接)
From now on, I think I would like to visit less popular places one by one.
And the next one is Canada, right? >_>.;; We're less popular, eh? *throws him a snowball*

I really like the bit with 省く !

It seems odd to me how despite his talk about Asia being one, he still speaks of Korea as a -danger- to Japan. There's something contradictiory about that. Or maybe I'm misinterpreting his words.

if my CD don’t sell
Did supah-twin make a mistake?! It's "won't" or "doesn't", unless you pluralise CD. Right now its gramatically incorrect. Unless you did that on purpose, but I've never known Gackt to be intentionally ungramatical.


Hey! Toujou Sachie-san! She's one of the five interviewers in Tetsugaku! *random fact noticed by bird*

I was surprised that he named so many other countries, too! Very interesting indeed.

The part about hard times selling about 9 years ago.. That would have to be about Malice Mizer, chronologically speaking, right? Or was it something befor them? He wasn't Gackt the solo artist yet, not 9 years ago.

The other ways to make money, the brand... Does he mean selling goods? Like his Darts jewelry? Or does he mean something completely separate? I can't easily imagine him as an undercover salaryman XD;;

Very good interview ^_^
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michimoichimoch
2006-02-12 03:44 am UTC (链接)
>And the next one is Canada, right? >_>.;; We're less popular, eh? *throws him a snowball*

Hehehe I think he meant less popular among the Japanese. I wish he would go to Banff and nearby cities even though Banff is a popular destination for Japanese tourists.

Hi sweiled, thanks for the translation! *a super hug* This is by far the most interesting and most relevent interview I've read. By relevant I mean things of Gackt that I wanted to know more about and find out if our thinking is somewhat similar in these areas.

As for the brand and image comment I find it interesting how he puts it. So interesting that I just have to ask: in the interview, is he saying his brand has an image "that doesn't go for porfits, but one that cares much more about its message" as well as, his builds his image in such ways so he easily leverage himself in other parts of Asia in order to bring his message across? =)

I have a question on the side. When you're translating a magazine, what kanji dictionary or digital dictionary do you use? Can you recommend one of each type that you found to be suitable for a student who is studying 300-400 level Japanese? I think it's time I get one of these if I'm going to start reading those magazines I have on my shelf. >.< They have beautiful Gackt pictures and all, but that's only the half of it, isn't it?






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2006-02-12 06:01 am UTC (链接)
I wish he'd come to Malaysia..................
Japanese tourists likes to come here...especiallu our islands....
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lauraorganasolo
2006-02-12 07:23 am UTC (链接)
A lot of people might laugh at him and say that he is silly for wanting to do this. "An artist trying to unite Asia? With what? His looks?"

XD "One nation, under Gackt." I could have sworn I read something about him joking about taking over the world, starting with Asia... it looks like he really is working towards that. >:3

Thank you so much for translating and sharing this, as always.
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2006-02-12 11:36 am UTC (链接)
That’s right. But well, it’s not that I’m only looking at Korea alone, because I plan to move around the whole of Asia: Taiwan, China, Singapore, as well as Malaysia, Indonesia, etc. We are currently planning my activities as a vocalist in Asia.

When Fuji pasted that in MSN while we were chatting..I was speechles and felt my ribcage constricted in my chest, I couldn't move and I had to stop our chat for awhile because my fingers were to weak to type and I darn near bawled my eyes out in the room. Gackt-san here?! In Malaysia?! Not possible. Not possible. And yet I could feel it in my heart, that it's gonna happen. That he's gonna come. Will I have the courage to go and see him live infront of me?

Thanks for translating this for us Sweiled. As I wrote in my essay, n matter how much one learns about him, one continually finds new things about him everyday. The fact that he was just a struggling artist out to sell his CDs surprised me as it surprised the interviewer. It was difficult to think of him in that light. But the fact that he becomes more, that he increases his capacity to be better than he was...that is truly inspiring. And even now, he's fighting still.

Someone should truly write a book chronicling his achievements, I think. It will be a good book to read when one feels weak and hopeless. I like the words he used in this interview. Even in translation, the power of them hit me like a laser. Thanks again.
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dybbuk_rei
2006-02-12 02:17 pm UTC (链接)
Okie... so you know I didn't read the whole thing. XD;
I'm also trying to translate this! But I think you'll be much quicker. ^^;
I started with chapter 2 and am still at the first couple of sentences. I hate katakana!! >_< there's a couple that I can't make out. Tasukete~?
Did I mention I hate katakana?
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muse90210
2006-02-12 11:06 pm UTC (链接)
You know... when I read this... he's just... I'm... ;_; *clings*

I want to do that too, I want to be able to do that too SO BADLY that it hurts. Yet at the same time I'm still so much convinced that I'll never be able to that it's ultimately deeply frightening and depressing...

And the war between those two feelings makes me cry. ;_;

I think that's the second time now that his words have made me cry. Don't expect a coherent comment out of me on this one. Not now, and probably not ever.
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gekka_no_neko
2006-02-13 12:00 am UTC (链接)
Thanks for the translation~ it's really good! Now if only you had posted up parts 2 and 3 too. XD There will probably be similar comments for those parts... or maybe not who knows. ^^ I'm late again~ though purposefully, maybe? dou$hite ka wakaru hazu kedo ne. XD Anyway, enough babbling.

I wonder where the next fanclub trip will be? I think maybe Europe~ ^^

It’s not that it’s troublesome or anything like that, but to discard it under one’s own determination. The act of casting something away is indeed dreaded (lit. hated), isn’t it?

Aah, you can always count on Gackt to give great life lessons~ I wish he gave an example of how that word affected him, what it was that he reflected on and casted aside. But since he didn't, it forces us to think of how that word applies in our own lives~ I can see it clearly myself. Putting his lessons into practice is the next step. ^^

I got such mixed feelings when I read his comments about Asia. Really extreme feelings, all around. I was gonna write a long comment here but I think I'll maybe post about it in my LJ instead. ^^ Keep it cleaner here. XD I am sooo moved by his love for Asia and for his feelings of being borderless. I think by using music and culture he can definitely unite Asia~ It will take work, and he can't do it alone, but he can accomplish it. He's so smart and inspirational~ Ooh and it will be soo great when he goes to Singapore!! And Indo too~ Your home countries! You won't miss out on any of it, no way!

My dream is to unite Asian citizens. I think that is what I’m meant to do.

Aaah, that is just soo beautiful. ;___;

XD I thought it was funny too when the interviewer didn't believe Gackt worried at times about selling his CDs. Tells you how far Gackt has come~ And yeah, I don't think the people who complain about him being a media whore really pay attention to his projects and how he chooses them. They just assume that he does anything that's offered to him, but Gackt always has some reason for choosing to be involved in something. And well, even if he didn't, what's the point in complaining about it? He does what he wants, his fans of all people should have some faith in him. *rawrs at them for you* XD

And as I read the last part, I realized that it is true that only the ones who can and wants to will follow him. ._. Though we don't contribute directly, but it's quite the same case here, don't you think? It takes a lot of determination and dedication (not to mention insanity XD) to stay in this fandom, and I've never once felt that it isn't worth it. And I do hope I can still say the same line in the years to come. ^^

I had to quote that whole thing just to say, "Yes I agree with you." XD But seriously, I do. There's a lot of roadblocks and some slowdowns on the way, but following him will be worth it. Even if he goes forward faster, we can always catch up...

Thanks again for this translation~ Looking forward to parts 2 and 3!!!
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czesc_fr
2006-02-13 12:46 pm UTC (链接)
Thank you for the translation ^__^

God!! That guy is so clever. I love getting an insight of his personality because it's as beautiful as his music.

"To me, music is (a way) to convey our message, philosophy, will; and to fulfill what I mentioned earlier on, missions and duties. I concluded then that music shouldn’t be all about earning a living or (feeding) our families."

People who get into music just for the sake of being famous and have lots of money should take example.





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Hehe, another (late) Valentine treat for everyone!! ^O^!! Gackt talks about some really interesting stuff here, but if you don't like his opinons, please don't bash him okay? ^~^" Constructive criticism is fine ^O^ Not like, "Gackt is such a self-righteous, egotistic, *blurp*" yah? ^O^"


J-SPY no.76
Gackt - Love Stories of the Rose Prince
Year 2006


D.T.'s NOTE: PLEASE keep in mind that I translated this interview myself, and I certainly DO NOT appreciate stealing. If you want to post it on your own site then e-mail me to ask. Okay!??!!? This interview has been translated from a Thai magazine as indicated above. The Thai interview itself was translated from the original, Japanese interview. So you see, as being traslated many times, no doubt the interview has been altered in one way or another. Therefore, it is very liable to mistakes. If you have any comments, questions, or corrections to make, please feel free to e-mail me at destination_truth@yahoo.com. I want to make these interviews as accurate as possible, and would gladly accept any advices or whatever you care to give ^O^ Thanks, and enjoy!



INT: Interviewer
G: Gackt

INT: How are your feelings when you fall in love?
G: If I were to fall in love now, it wouldn't be passionate as in, I love you! Love! Love! Or something like that. I used to be like that though, like I would forget about the world *laughs* But...if it's like that then one can't work well. I don'think it's good for fans to see us so infatuated with love. No matter how much you like her, the best thing to do is to study each other's hearts calmly.

INT: Tell me about your flirting techniques?
G: There are men who like to flirt with women; if they see someone they like then they just have to flirt. But...a man who cannot flirt with a woman means that he wants to love her. He likes flirting as though it is a game. It's fun; it's exciting; he wants to know if women will fall for him. It's a way of checking how much charm you have. I used to feel that way. I would automatically start flirting when I meet a woman I like. The result is me waking up the next morning with her by my side in my bed *laughs* But...now that I've thought about it, people who see love as a game haven't grown that much. I understand that well now.
INT: How do you feel about women in this era?
G: If I were to meet a woman whom I feel is good, I won't hesitate walking forward at all *laughs* That kind of habit hasn't changed at all from before even now. But...women whom I feel is good have decreased, I think.
INT: Why do you think that is so?
G: Maybe it's because the more you grow up, the more you understand women. So you become more picky and more strict in criticizing them. Another thing is that good women are actually decreasing in reality. All the good women my age have all gotten married. Only a few of them are single.
INT: That's true. And what type of women you don't like at all?
G: I don't like women who look down at their own boyfriends. I don't like that the most; to be looked down at by a woman, and not given any respect. If a man can still sit there and smile, I wouldn't feel sorry for him. He's being looked down at but still allows it. I think that man should re-examine his worth.

INT: So you like women who are followers?
G: Giving respect and being a leader or a follower are not related. I don't mean that you have to give men respect because they're leaders. If we're talking about this aspect, a woman should listen to the man she loves. It's a type of trust. Like asking for someone's opinions. If you trust that person, you will feel that their opinion is good. In the act to of listening, if you look at it carefully, no one is the leader or the follower; but it's trust they have in one another.

INT: Do you think money and love are related?
G: There are men who think that if they have money, women will fall in love with them easily. There are women who think that money is the most important thing because it will make love good. But I think people who think that way are very pathetic. Say, a man likes a women; he buys her a brand name purse, and she thinks, "You buy everything for me, you're so kind!" so she agrees to date him. Buy me everything! So kind! What!? Is that how kindness is measured? People who love but have never experienced the feeling of liking someone...it's so intolerable; it aches. You can't sleep at night because you like her so goddamn much but you don't have the courage to tell her. It's so painful and you suffer. If you love but don't experience that kind of emotion, I think it's very pitiful. You can buy a brand name purse with money, but you can't buy those kinds of feelings with money. Nowadays, everything is too easy.
INT: Such as?
G: Before, there was no e-mail. If you wanted to confess to someone, you had to think about what to say. You get nervous. Nowadays, if you meet a woman you like and you're interested in her, all you have to do is ask for her e-mail address, then tap into the computer, "I like you. Please go out with me?" And press send. You don't get to see her face when she finds out that she's loved. You don't hear her voice. You don't see anything. But actually, it's really important that you do. You can find out how she feels about you by observing her face, her eyes, and her looks. But nowadays, that importance has become lost. I think it's a real shame. If you really like a woman, then you should go through some trials as to how to confess your feelings to her. If you want a good love, then you have to suffer. I think that, that is a very special type of suffering.

INT: Sex and love?
G: Humans are very low when it comes to that. Nowadays, people don't search for love; they search for sex. They use sex as a way of restraining someone. The more you do it, the less worth there is. A woman who sleep with someone just because she likes him a little, I think...is so not interesting at all. There is no worth in her. No matter how many love experiences they go through, that type of people will never grow up. Teenagers like to think that if they have sex, they'll be an adult. That type of thinking is completely wrong. The same goes with men. If he only runs after sex, he will never grow up and will never know the true worth of love.
INT: When people date each other, it's only normal that they fight. What do you think about that?
G: When guys fight, all they have to do is punch each other out, then it's over. But when you fight with a woman, it's so tiring *laughs* When women get mad, they become very theoretical. I'm not saying this to look down at women but when I fight with a woman, she always talks about old things over and over again. She digs back to ancient history and talks about it. If it comes to that, I would say "I'm leaving." But then she would get mad and say that she's not done talking yet, how can I leave already? I would leave because she's mad, and I don't want to talk to her. She would lash back again, saying that how can I leave when she's mad. Then I'd explain that I'm leaving because she's mad, and when people are mad they would say bad things. I don't want to hear it. I don't want to lose my feelings for her. I don't want to hate her. I'd talk to her after she calms down. Then she'd lash back again and say that she is calm! *laughs* That's what women are like.

INT: Last question, how do you feel about women who cheat?
G: There are two possible circumstances. If she cheats on me without telling the other guy that she has me, I won't blame the guy and I won't blame her. I would re-evaluate myself. I'm probably not charming enough for her, not good enough for her so she turned to someone else. But...if she tells the other guy about me and they agree to see each other, then it would be like both she and the guy is looking down at me. Then we would have to talk.



THE END.

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lemonkitteh
2006-02-17 04:30 pm UTC (链接)
>>; This is my first Gackt Interview. ^^; *still a kind of a newbie* But I found him very interesting, and I'm glad you translated this. *hugs*

Now if only I could find more stuff about Hiroki... ^^;
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incuchiq7prb
2006-02-17 04:52 pm UTC (链接)
Really good job on translatin'. This was a very interestin' read.

I hate to admit it, but he's right 'bout the way women fight...I'm seriously tryin' to cut it out b/c I'm beginnin' to annoy myself. When we have class arguments discussions, all the girls tend to go 'round and round sayin' the same thin', but louder b/c we want to be the right ones. -_-;

I do believe Gackt-sama's all grown up.
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indreams8318
2006-02-17 05:21 pm UTC (链接)
he sounds so mature! and now i luv him even more! LOVED the translation good job! thankies!
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gacktprincess
2006-02-17 05:26 pm UTC (链接)
I so agree about the way women fight. I seen this with my parents LOL.You did an awesome job translating XD.
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vamp_pandorina
2006-02-17 06:01 pm UTC (链接)
Well done. I have been givin insight into Gackts love psycology. Awesome. If you make more translations i will happily read them.

You have made my day!
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anthalie9
2006-02-17 06:51 pm UTC (链接)
yeay!!^^ it's the first time i read such a good translation!!^^ OMEDETOU!! ^^ but gackt is so... i don't know what to say^^ i have never ever think that he would have this opinion of love^^ i like him so much ^^ i'm proud of him (even if he doesn't even care of my opinion of him^^;;; ;p)
well... i'm wondering... waht would have been jun's answer to this interview?... what a good question... XD anyway, thank you very much!!!
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witheringrose88
2006-02-17 07:11 pm UTC (链接)
wow! thank you so much for translating! XD

this totally made my day. ^^
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_boooo
2006-02-17 07:15 pm UTC (链接)
Oh interesting! thankyou i like the bit where he fell in love with the girl in LA. haha, it's nice to know that a girl can make him nervous too. too bad he didnt get to know her better before he left ~_~ and the bit on quarelling, thats so true about us women XD

it's so intolerable; it aches. You can't sleep at night because you like her so goddamn much but you don't have the courage to tell her.

ouch. im sure hes speaking from experience. // and im definitely the kind of girl who listens to her man.. not bcuz hes the leader but as what Gackt said, it's a form of trust. wow, i liked the way he put it. he equalizes both sex