Transcript
Tae
Thanks for coming out to see our concert today, everyone!
Tae
This next song will be our last. But before that, allow me to tell you a little more about myself. I'm Tae Hanazono, your emcee for today!
Tae
My hobby is playing guitar, and I've been doing it for... Hey, Arisa, how many years has it been?
Arisa
Huh? Don't ask me! Umm... I think you've been playing for seven or eight years, right?
Tae
Yeah! Something like that! Now then, I'll show you all my Oddie impression.
Arisa
Wait a second! What happened to your guitar story?!
Rimi
(O-Tae-chan is amazing... The audience is laughing and having a good time...)
Rimi
...
Kasumi
Ohhh! I'm so excited for today's performance!
Rimi
Hey, everyone, the venue is jam-packed with audience members.
Tae
Somebody asked me to shake their hand earlier! Apparently, they took the train from someplace far away to see us.
Arisa
It feels like we've been getting more first-time visitors lately... This must be thanks to our Rocking Star Festival performance, right...?
Saaya
I think so. It makes me happy to see the impact of that concert take shape before our eyes.
Arisa
Yeah. I'm glad we gave that show our all, you know?
Kasumi
I've got an idea! Why don't we mark the occasion by doing something special for the people who've come to see our band for the first time?
Tae
Yeah! If they've taken an interest in us, I wanna turn them into lifelong Poppin'Party fans!
Saaya
Ah, then how about this? We could properly introduce ourselves to the audience again.
Rimi
Yes, I think that's a good idea. It's natural to want to know what the members of a band you're into are like.
Tae
Sometimes I like a band even more after listening to the emcee.
Kasumi
Gasp! Hey, you guys, I just thought of an incredible idea!
Arisa
Here we go... Fine, I'm listening. Say it.
Kasumi
Let's rotate our emcee for each show! The band member who is hosting on that day can give their self-introduction!
Tae
Cool, that sounds like a blast!
Arisa
O-ohhh... That's a decent suggestion for a change, Kasumi...
Arisa
I suppose you've always been the one doing the talking, so if we all had a turn, even our established fan base would enjoy it.
Saaya
Uh-huh. It'll be interesting to try something we've never done before. Fufu, I'm starting to get excited.
Kasumi
In that case, I'll emcee today and do my self-introduction! Arisa can go next!
Saaya
Oh? Arisa, are you nervous by any chance?
Arisa
A-as if!
Saaya
Fufu. Then I'll go after Arisa.
Tae
Well then, I'll go after Saya! Rimi, are you okay with being last?
Rimi
Yes, that's fine.
Kasumi
Alrighty! I'm getting pumped up~!
Kasumi
Until now, I've been introducing you guys to the audience, right? Well, it was always my dream to be introduced by someone too~! "Lead singer and guitarist, Kasumi Toyama!"
Saaya
Fufu, you sure look happy, Kasumi. We'll make sure to give you a mighty fine introduction.
Kasumi
Okay then, we'll each emcee so that new fans and old fans alike will get to know us even better!
All
Yeah!
Rimi
(Emceeing a concert...? I've said a few words every now and then, but I've never been the main speaker before.)
Rimi
(I'm a little nervous... However, I'm getting used to performing on big stages so... I'm sure I can do it.
Rimi
(Yes. I'm looking forward to it just a little.)
Rimi
(... That's what I thought back then but...)
Rimi
(My bandmates are amazing emcees and their self-introductions were fascinating...)
Rimi
(It's finally my turn next week...)
Rimi
(Ohhh... will I be as good as them...?)
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Kasumi
You fired everyone up with your emceeing, O-Tae~! The audience couldn't stop laughing!
Tae
Really? Thanks! I'm glad I got to introduce Oddie and the gang.
Arisa
Though, you kinda lost everyone with your rabbit impression...
Saaya
Fufu. Well, the crowd had fun and I'm sure even the newcomers got a good sense of O-Tae's personality.
Kasumi
They sure did! And people loved your Poppin'Party Q&A segment when you were emcee, Saya~!
Saaya
I never dreamed I'd be on stage explaining how to bake delicious bread... Still, if they enjoyed it, I'm happy. The audience couldn't get enough of your emceeing either, Arisa.
Kasumi
You gave a mini Poppin'Party history lesson! I felt so nostalgic hearing about all the things we went through~!
Arisa
Well, I didn't have enough time to cover everything. That being said, I think the new guests got a good overview of what we've achieved up to now.
Kasumi
At any rate, I'm impressed you remembered stuff from so long ago~. Like the time we went shark fishing at the fireworks festival!
Saaya
Uh-huh. We could really feel your love for Poppin'Party.
Arisa
Huh? It’s not like that! I just wanted the audience to know more about our band, that's all!
Kasumi
It's finally your turn next, Rimi-rin! I'm looking forward to it~!
Tae
The lucky last challenger in the Poppin'Party emcee tournament!
Arisa
Since when is it a competition...? There's no pressure, okay, Rimi?
Rimi
O-okay.
Rimi
(Oh dear... What if I'm the only one who messes up...? Ohh... I'm starting to get nervous...)
Kasumi
Okay then, we'll each emcee so that new fans and old fans alike will get to know us even better!
Rimi
(...No, I can't just freeze with fear.)
Rimi
(I need to introduce myself properly to our new audience members. Not to mention, I want our regulars to see how much I've grown...)
Rimi
(...Okay, I'll do some emcee practice before the show.)
Kasumi
Whoa, that's amazing! Hey, Rimi-rin, check out this new method of playing the guitar O-Tae came up with. If we did this at a concert, the crowd would love it!
Arisa
For the last time, that's impossible! How are you supposed to play an entire song with your elbows?!
Rimi
E-excuse me! I'm going to go home now!
Kasumi
Huh, already? Do you have other plans?
Rimi
Umm, I'm going to practic-
Rimi
Ah... If I tell everyone I want to practice because I don't feel confident, they might worry that I'm out of my depth...)
Rimi
I-I have homework to do...! So I'll see you at school tomorrow...!
Kasumi
Mmm~! Today's bento is yummy as usual~!
Rimi
Yep! You said it! It's delicious!
Kasumi, Tae, Saaya & Arisa
...
Rimi
Oh?! What's wrong?!
Arisa
I-it's nothing...
Arisa
H-hey, Kasumi, what's going on with Rimi? Her voice is booming today for some reason...
Kasumi
Y-yeah... She greeted me this morning in the hallway with a really loud "Hello!" It completely took me by surprise...
Tae
Is her voice breaking?
Saaya
No, that can't be it...
Tae
Hey, look at this. Don't you think this omelet looks like a bunny taking a nap? It's a new type of omelet.
Kasumi
Ahaha! Yeah, how cute!
Rimi
Hah! Hahahahaha!
Kasumi, Saaya, Arisa & Tae
...?!
Rimi
Hm? What's wrong, everyone?!
Arisa
R-Rimi, we want to ask you the same thing... You're laughing so weirdly all of a sudden...
Rimi
Huh? N-no, I'm always like this.
Arisa
Err… Are you sure about that...?
Kasumi
(Rimi-rin is acting kinda odd... Could she be hiding something from us...?)
Kasumi
La dee da~♪ I'm glad my supplementary English lesson finished early!
Kasumi
Ah, Rimi-rin! Do you wanna head downtow- Huh...? What are you doing on the edge of the sofa...?
Rimi
Twenty-one... Twenty-two... Twenty-three...! T-Twenty-... four...!
Kasumi
R-Rimi-rin is doing... sit-ups...!
Rimi
Phew... Ah?! K-Kasumi-chan?! I-I'm just, err...!
Kasumi
Rimi-rin, you're acting weird! Are you worried about something? Tell me!
Rimi
N-not at all... It's nothing.
Kasumi
You're lying! There must be a reason you're trying to project your voice! Look into my eyes! We don't keep secrets in Poppin'Party!
Rimi
Ngh...! Th-the truth is...
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Kasumi
Emcee training?
Rimi
Yes, exactly...
Rimi
After watching everyone emcee, I started doubting whether I could be as good as you guys...
Kasumi
I see... Then why didn't you talk to us...?
Rimi
Well... If I told you I had no confidence, I thought you might worry about me...
Rimi
Besides, I made a commitment to be a good emcee, so I didn't want to say anything negative.
Kasumi
Rimi-rin...
Rimi
I did some research when I went home yesterday. I looked up how to improve my emcee skills and how to speak in a loud voice...
Kasumi
... So... that's why you were belting out your words all day today.
Rimi
That's right...
Kasumi
Is it also why you were laughing loudly and doing sit-ups just now...?
Rimi
Yes, I read it online. Apparently, if you strengthen your abdominal muscles, it helps you shout...
Kasumi
But why go through all this effort...?
Rimi
Because I'm a member of Poppin'Party... I wanted to introduce myself properly in my own words, with conviction...
Rimi
Emceeing is part of the show, and if I do a good job, the crowd will pay more attention to our songs...
Kasumi
Rimi-rin...! I had no idea you were thinking that much into it...!
Kasumi
I understand! I'm gonna help you, Rimi-rin! Let's train together so you can give an emcee performance you can be proud of!
Rimi
R-really...? But...
Kasumi
Supporting you is my own decision, so don't worry about it! If there's anything I can do or anything I can teach you, I'll do it!
Rimi
...Okay. Thank you, Kasumi-chan. I appreciate it!
Rimi
I was actually re-watching our old concerts last night. I wanted to learn how you emcee, Kasumi-chan.
Rimi
However... no matter how hard I tried to copy you, I couldn’t get the hang of it...
Rimi
Hey, Kasumi-chan, how do you speak so confidently in front of everyone...?
Kasumi
Umm... Good question~... Well... Hmm...
Kasumi
... Wait. How do I do it?
Rimi
Huh? Don't you know either, Kasumi-chan?
Kasumi
U-umm... I've always just blurted out whatever I felt on stage without thinking too much about it...
Rimi
I-I see...
Kasumi
B-but you'll be fine once you get used to it! Emceeing is actually really fun when you figure it out!
Kasumi
When I first got up on stage... You know, the time when we performed Twinkle Twinkle Little Star at SPACE? Well, I was super nervous.
Kasumi
However, I got the hang of it right away! I realized that speaking on stage was no different from how I speak every day!
Rimi
Get used to it, huh...? But that kind of environment isn't really common outside of live houses...
Kasumi
Hmm, if only there was a place you could get a feel for public speaking~.
Tae
Brr, it's cold out here~. Oh? Rimi, Kasumi, what are you doing?
Kasumi & Rimi
O-Tae!
O-Tae-chan!
O-Tae-chan!
Tae
I get it. So that's why you were acting differently at lunchtime, Rimi...
Rimi
Y-yes...
Kasumi
Hey, O-Tae, do you know any tricks for getting good at emceeing~? When I emcee, I speak without thinking about any particular techniques...
Tae
I'm the same way, Kasumi. I simply say whatever it is I'm feeling on the stage.
Rimi
Hmm, I figured as much~... Is this what emceeing is all about...?
Tae
You could try talking in the same way you play an instrument. You're confident when you play bass on stage, Rimi.
Rimi
Playing an instrument and speaking isn't the same thing~... My mind goes blank when everyone stares at me...
Tae
I see. Now that you mention it, a lot of band members have trouble with public speaking. I saw quite a few people like that when I worked part-time at SPACE.
Tae
Ah, I know. Why don't we watch a performance by a band with a cool emcee?
Rimi
What do you mean?
Tae
Well, cool bands usually have cool emcees. You see, it's important to hype up the crowd in between songs to really get them going.
Tae
The way the emcee of this band I like pumps everyone up is awesome. Here, check out this video on their official website.
Rimi
Whoa~! You're right, she's so cool~...! The lead singer whipped the audience up into a frenzy...!
Kasumi
I see your point. She looks like a total rockstar~! Maybe I should try something like this at our next concert~!
Rimi
O-Tae-chan, can you recommend some more examples?
Tae
Sure thing! I'll send you a bunch of band websites that have concert videos later, okay?
Rimi
Thank you, O-Tae-chan. I'm going to study really hard by watching a range of performances!
Tae
Sounds good. Your dedication has motivated me, Rimi. I'm happy to lend a hand.
Kasumi
Now all we need is a place to practice emceeing~!
Tae
Practice emceeing? I know a good place.
Rimi
Wait, really? Where, where?
Tae
Well...
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Kasumi & Tae
We are~...!
Rimi
P-Poppin'Party...
Tae
You can do it, Rimi! I'm sure you can speak louder than that.
Rimi
Ohh... But I wasn't expecting to perform vocal exercises in the middle of the park... Th-there are so many people around...
Kasumi
Don't be embarrassed, Rimi-rin! Look, all these spectators are watching us! You need to enjoy it!
Tae
Exactly. At least give it a try.
Kasumi
Yeah! Remember when we played the Rocking Star Festival? You're the one who spurred us all to action by saying we should give it a try!
Rimi
We should give it a try... Yes, you're right... It all starts with the decision to try!
Tae
Okay then, here we go. She sells seashells by the seashore!
Kasumi
She sells seashells by the seashore!
Rimi
Sh-she sells seashells by the seashore...
Tae
Rimi, lift your head up. Let the audience hear your voice...!
Little Girl A
Wow! Those people are up to something!
Little Girl B
It's a theatre troupe! Look, everyone! There's a theatre troupe!
Rimi
Huh? What...?! W-what do we do, Kasumi-chan, O-Tae-chan? We're being swarmed by children...
Kasumi
Here we go! The excitement is building! Come on over, everyone! We're gonna put on a play for you!
Tae
Grandma Rimi, I'm heading out to slay the ogres. Could you mow the lawn in my absence?
Rimi
Wh-what...? We've started already...?! G-gosh... I don't know what to do...
Kasumi
Ohhh! That was thrilling~! I was so focused on talking I didn't even realize it was this dark already~!
Rimi
Phew~, that was nerve-wracking. I wasn't expecting to do improvisational theatre...
Kasumi
It felt fresh and exciting~! Not to mention, you were really vocal near the end, Rimi-rin.
Rimi
Y-yes... I was very nervous, but I followed you and O-Tae-chan's leads, and I think I feel a little more comfortable speaking now...
Kasumi
That’s great~! Our training was a huge success!
Kasumi
Huh...? Hey, Rimi-rin, doesn't something smell super good?
Rimi
It does too. It smells like...
Rimi
Chocolate cornets! From Saya-chan's bakery!
Kasumi
Hey, seeing as we're already here, we might as well drop by. We've earned a treat!
Rimi
Okay! Sounds good to me!
Saaya
Welcome...! Oh, Kasumi and Rimi-rin? You don't normally come by at this hour.
Kasumi
Yeah! Rimi-rin and I were performing a play at the park!
Saaya
R-really...?
Rimi
Yes, you see...
Saaya
Emcee training, huh? Interesting. That explains why you were laughing so loudly at school today, Rimi-rin.
Rimi
Y-yes…
Saaya
Still, I remember you speaking without any hesitation when we gave self-introductions on the first day of our second year. Can't you do the same thing again?
Rimi
Well... it's not just about me this time. I'm being observed as a member of Poppin'Party, so I want to do even better.
Saaya
I see... That's admirable, Rimi-rin.
Saaya
You're challenging yourself to improve at something you know you're not good at... I can learn a thing or two from you.
Rimi
Hey, Saya-chan, when you emceed our concert the other day, what things did you pay special attention to?
Kasumi
I wanna know too! I'm trying to help Rimi-rin, but I'm not even sure how I emcee exactly~.
Saaya
Ahaha, well, that's what we like about you, Kasumi.
Saaya
Hmm, it's a good question, though~. I guess I take care to say thank you.
Rimi
Thank you?
Saaya
Yep. All bands, not just ours, say thank you during their shows, right?
Kasumi
That's so true~! When I see the audience's faces, I just get the urge to say it~!
Saaya
Yep. All the more reason why it's important to thank them with sincerity.
Saaya
It may be a small gesture, but I think it helps people understand how grateful you are.
Rimi
I see... That's why I felt so warm inside when I was watching you emcee, Saya-chan.
Kasumi
That's amazing, Saya...! I'll be sure to do that next time!
Saaya
Oh, it's not that big of a deal, really. Now, what else...? Ah! Why don't you try taking a video recording of yourself speaking?
Saaya
Every so often when I practice drumming, I take a video of myself to check my technique. It helps me see things objectively so that I can fix any errors. It might help improve your emceeing too.
Rimi
Interesting... That sounds like a good idea...! I'll give it a try.
Saaya
Other than that... I know! As a reward for working so hard, Rimi-rin... I'll give you this!
Rimi
Wow, a chocolate cornet~♪ And it's freshly baked~.
Kasumi
Whoa, Rimi-rin, you look happy~!
Saaya
I'm looking forward to your emceeing, Rimi-rin.
Rimi
I'll do my best. Thank you, Saya-chan!
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Rimi
Hello~. Brr... It's cold outside~. Oh? Arisa-chan, are you by yourself?
Arisa
Hey, Rimi. Yeah, Kasumi has a supplementary lesson, Saya is helping at the bakery, and O-Tae is at her part-time job.
Rimi
I see. Are you doing homework?
Arisa
Yep. I wanted to get it done before everyone gets here.
Rimi
In that case... I think I'll do some drills before they arrive as well.
Arisa
Huh...? Oh, right. You mentioned at lunchtime today you're doing emcee training.
Rimi
Yes, exactly. Is that okay? Would you rather I keep quiet...?
Arisa
Nah, it's fine. Knock yourself out.
Rimi
Thank you. I'll try not to get in the way of your homework.
Rimi
(I've more or less learned how to speak from a script...Now I need to practice some motivational phrases...)
Rimi
(When I hype up the audience, I feel like a real emcee... I'm going to get better at it and really get our fans roaring...!)
Rimi
Everybody! Go wild!
Arisa
Whoa!
Rimi
S-sorry, Arisa-chan. I didn't mean to yell...
Arisa
D-don't worry... I don't mind that... But what was that, anyway? Were you copying... LAYER...?
Rimi
Y-yes... Last night I was watching RAS concert videos... and LAYER-san's shouts were really cool... I thought if I said the same thing, people would like it.
Arisa
Well, looking into what other bands do is smart... However, I'm not sure that line really fits Poppin'Party's vibe...
Rimi
Y-you're right... I'll come up with something else...
Arisa
What song of ours did you want people to lose control to, anyway...? "Poppin' Shuffle"...?
Rimi
(Okay, I need to fix my shouts... Then re-record myself with my phone from the beginning and check it again...)
Rimi
...
Rimi
(This is tough... I can finally say the script from start to finish, but it still feels stiff...)
Rimi
(How can I speak in a more relaxed way...?)
Arisa
... Hey.
Rimi
...?
Arisa
Do you really need to follow the script down to the letter?
Arisa
Um, what I mean is... As long as you learn the first and last lines and remember the main points, you should be able to get the message across...
Arisa
I'm lousy at speaking in front of big groups as well, so I can't explain it very well... However, I totally get how you feel, Rimi.
Rimi
Arisa-chan...
Rimi
I almost forgot you're a shy person too.
Arisa
Oh, um, I guess so...
Arisa
I've had a lot more opportunities to give speeches after becoming a member of the Student Council, so I've gotten better at it. In the early days, though, I was a bag of nerves.
Arisa
I'd write out scripts over and over and memorize them by heart. Then I'd record my voice on my phone and check it, just like you're doing, Rimi.
Rimi
I had no idea...
Arisa
Yeah. However, when the time to stand in front of people finally comes, you don't know what to say and your mind goes blank. To this day, I still get flustered sometimes.
Arisa
No matter how big a stage I get used to performing on, speaking is the one thing I can't fully master... It's a different skill from playing a song.
Rimi
I thought as much... Speaking of which, is there anything you keep in mind when giving speeches for the Student Council, Arisa-chan?
Rimi
You see, when I speak in public, my voice always ends up becoming quiet by the end...
Arisa
Ah, I get you. You start to worry about screwing up, then your voice gets smaller and smaller.
Rimi
Yes, that's it. What should I do...
Arisa
Hmm... If I have to put it in words...
Arisa
Just forget about your surroundings. In my experience, people rarely care about every little thing as much as you do.
Rimi
They don't...?
Arisa
For example, remember that time I stopped going to school? When I was at home, I was sure people in my class were gossiping about me while reading magazines and stuff, you know?
Arisa
But in the end, when I went back and talked to my classmates, nobody really cared that I wasn't there. I thought they'd make a big deal out of it, but everyone acted normal.
Arisa
It felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulders when I found out. It helped me realize that I don't need to overthink things.
Arisa
That's why... when you're on stage, Rimi, try not to focus too much on your surroundings. Just speak freely.
Rimi
Arisa-chan...
Arisa
Though, I still worry about what people think so I know this advice might not mean much coming from me...
Rimi
Thank you. I feel much better already.
Rimi
I'll try to emcee without worrying about everyone's opinions.
Arisa
Yeah, that's the way.
Rimi
Fufu.
Arisa
Wh-what?
Rimi
P-pardon me. I'm just happy I got to talk about this with you, Arisa-chan.
Arisa
Well... I don't usually say stuff like this in front of everyone. But I felt comfortable telling you, Rimi.
Arisa
... Hey, I could help with your emcee practice, if you'd like.
Arisa
Speaking into a phone is fine and all, but it's even better to speak facing someone, right? We're both shy types, so there's nothing to be nervous about.
Rimi
Really? Thank you. Then I gladly accept.
Arisa
... Hey, Rimi.
Rimi
...?
Arisa
How should I put this...? Seeing you challenge yourself at something you struggle with... Well, it's totally cool.
Arisa
So, you see... I feel moved... and I wanna support you, Rimi...
Rimi
Arisa-chan...
Arisa
Anyway, I know you'll do a great job emceeing and knock everyone's socks off.
Rimi
Yeah!
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Rimi
When I write songs, the most important thing to me is making sure every member of Poppin'Party can shine.
Rimi
My goal is to create many more songs that let you see how lovely our members are...and feel how fun our band is.
Rimi
That's the end of my self-introduction. Thank you very much for coming to Poppin'Party's show today!
Rimi
... Phew. How was that?
Kasumi
Rimi-rin, that was amazing~!
Saaya
Yeah. You managed to say the whole thing without stumbling, and your pace was just right.
Arisa
You started with a greeting, introduced the songs, and finished by talking about yourself... I think it was very well organized.
Tae
You spoke in a loud, clear voice with great eye contact.
Rimi
Really? Thank goodness~.
Kasumi
Practicing with everyone really paid off, Rimi-rin!
Rimi
Yes!
Kasumi
Alrighty! Now that Rimi-rin's emcee skills are looking good, do you wanna celebrate a little before the big show tomorrow?
Arisa
Let's not go overboard! We should prepare for tomorrow by heading home and having an early night.
Saaya
Oh, come on. We can at least indulge in some sweets. Right, Rimi-rin?
Rimi
Sure. Ah, then before that, I'm going to review the video we just took of me emceeing.
Rimi
...
Kasumi
Rimi-rin, what are you doing? Come over here and eat these snacks with us.
Tae
Oh? Rimi, your face is pale.
Rimi
N-no, I'm fine.
Rimi
... Um, I know it's early, but I'm going to go home.
Saaya
Huh? Rimi-rin, are you sure you're okay?
Rimi
Yes, I'd just like to practice a phrase from our new song. Thank you for your help, everyone.
Kasumi
...
Tae
... What was wrong with Rimi? She seemed kinda down.
Arisa
Do you think... she still wasn't happy with her emceeing? It's the same deal with her songwriting. Rimi can be headstrong about wanting things to be perfect.
Saaya
But... I thought she seemed more relaxed than before and spoke really well...
Arisa
Hmm... I wonder what her ideal emcee even looks like...
Arisa
Hey, Kasumi, can't you give her any advice? Something only you'd know from all your emcee experience on stage...
Rimi
Okay! Sounds good to me!
Kasumi
Umm...
Tae
Hey, why don't we take her some chocolate cornets to cheer her up? Rimi usually feels better after eating her favorite food.
Saaya
Yeah... There's no guarantee it will work, though...
Kasumi
... Rimi-rin's favorite stuff... Cheering up...
Kasumi
Ah... I've got it! When I emcee, I always-
Saaya
What is it, Kasumi?
Kasumi
I've gotta go to Rimi-rin's house!
Saaya
Huh? W-wait a second, Kasumi!
Rimi
...
Rimi
(Something's not right...)
Rimi
(I've watched this video countless times and it still feels like I'm missing something. It's the thing Kasumi-chan does that draws people in...)
Rimi
(Especially in my self-introduction... I'm speaking clearly... yet it feels more like a lecture than a concert...)
Rimi
(Is it my volume...? My smile...? Hmm... I can't figure it out...)
Kasumi
Rimi-rin!
Rimi
K-Kasumi-chan?
Kasumi
Rimi-rin, I've got the answer! I realized what it is I do when I emcee!
Kasumi
When I stand on stage, I only talk about the stuff I love!
Rimi
Things you love...?
Kasumi
Yeah! When I introduce our songs or when I call out to the audience... I'm overflowing with love. I simply put that feeling into words!
Kasumi
"I feel confident enough to sing my heart out because Rimi-rin is here next to me playing the bass!" Like that!
Kasumi
Or, "Everyone, turn your attention to the lovely Rimi-rin, who plays the bass with style!"
Kasumi
I want to share my sparkling, heart-pounding feeling with everyone!
Rimi
Sparkling, heart-pounding... with everyone...
Rimi
(The reason Kasumi-chan's emceeing draws people in... is that she's enjoying the moment on stage more than anyone else.)
Rimi
(I was so focused on getting it right that I forgot to have fun...)
Rimi
(The kind of voice that touches people's hearts isn't just about volume or speed, it's...)
Kasumi
It might not be the answer you're looking for, Rimi-rin. However, I really wanted you to know in case you find it the slightest bit useful...!
Rimi
I see. Thank you, Kasumi-chan. I finally know what I was lacking from my emceeing.
Kasumi
What?! Really?!
Rimi
Yep.
Rimi
(If I'm not having fun, then the people watching me can't have fun either. My self-introduction tomorrow doesn't need to be spoken eloquently, as long as I...)
Rimi
Kasumi-chan, I'm going to enjoy tomorrow's emceeing to the fullest!
Rimi
Okay! I can't wait!
Transcript
Saaya
The show's about to start.
Tae
It's another big crowd today.
Rimi
...
Arisa
Rimi. Are you okay to emcee?
Rimi
... Yes.
Kasumi
...! Well then, Rimi-rin! Take it away!
Rimi
Okay...! Let's go, everyone!
Poppin'Party
Popipa! Pipopa! Popipapa! Pipopa!
Rimi
Everyone! Hello! We're Poppin'Party! I, Rimi Ushigome, will be your emcee today!
Rimi
(Everything is okay. I can do this...! After all, my bandmates supported me...!)
Kasumi
(Rimi-rin... You've got this...!)
Rimi
This is our first song, "Dreamers Go!"
Rimi
Huff... puff... That was our fourth song, "Mirai Train"! Thank you for listening!
Saaya
(Looking good, Rimi-rin. You haven't stumbled once so far...!)
Tae
(Your voice is clear and your head is held high.)
Arisa
(All that's left is your self-introduction...)
Rimi
This next song will be our last... Before we get to that, please let me tell you a little about myself.
Kasumi
(Rimi-rin...! Do your best...!)
Rimi
...
Rimi
My name is Rimi Ushigome. I play the bass guitar.
Rimi
My favorite foods are meat, chocolate, and... I especially love Saya-chan's chocolate cornets.
Saaya
Fufu. Thanks, Rimi-rin.
Rimi
The truth is, I practiced a lot so I could stand on stage and speak like this.
Rimi
I get embarrassed really easily and I'm not good at talking in front of lots of people...
Rimi
Despite this, I think my confidence has grown since joining this band.
Rimi
I'm sure it's thanks to all the different experiences I've had alongside my band members.
Saaya
(Oh...? Rimi-rin's acting differently from her practice yesterday...)
Rimi
We performed at the festival downtown, we sang karaoke, we took photo booth pictures...
Rimi
We've done all sorts of things.
Tae
Ah. We also swore off sweets for a while.
Arisa
Man, that was rough...
Rimi
Big things, little things... One by one, these events broadened my horizons.
Rimi
They showed me the world is far more fun, kind, and warm than I could have ever imagined...
Rimi
Yes, there are times things didn't go our way... But in turn, I found out more about myself and became even closer with everyone...
Rimi
I learned there's always a rainbow after the rain.
Rimi
Kasumi-chan, Arisa-chan, Saya-chan, and O-Tae-chan. I'm so happy I met these Poppin'Party girls!
Rimi
I love them...
Rimi
I love Poppin'Party!
Kasumi
Rimi-rin...!
Rimi
Until now and forevermore!
Rimi
I'd be overjoyed if everyone who came here today fell in love with Poppin'Party too.
Rimi
I'm going to give every performance my all to make sure that happens. So please come see us again!
Rimi
That's the end of my self-introduction. Thank you very much for listening...!
Rimi
Huff... puff...
Kasumi
Rimi-rin...!
Rimi
Kasumi-chan...!
Rimi
I was awkward and my voice was trembling... I knew I wouldn't do a good job.
Kasumi
Not at all. Your emceeing was passionate, awesome, and true to yourself, Rimi-rin.
Rimi
... Thank you, Kasumi-chan.
Rimi
Now then, I'd like to introduce our members!
Rimi
Lead guitarist, Tae Hanazono-chan!
Rimi
Drummer, Saya Yamabuki-chan!
Rimi
Keyboardist, Arisa Ichigaya-chan!
Rimi
And... lead singer and guitarist, Kasumi Toyama-chan!
Rimi
We are~...!
Poppin'Party
Poppin'Party!
Rimi
It's now time for our final song! It's a new one!)
Rimi
...
Rimi
Everyone, raise your voice, and let's go!
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