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Ako
Happy birthday~, Yukina-san!
Lisa
On the one hand, practicing at a studio on your birthday is so you, Yukina, but on the other hand, this is your birthday we're talking about...
Yukina
Of course. A birthday is no excuse for neglecting practice.
Lisa
I know, but~...!
Sayo
Now, now. At least we have plans to celebrate properly at a later date.
Rinko
Yes... I'm looking forward to it... very much...
Rinko
By the way, um... Yukina-san... What have you been listening to...?
Yukina
it's just a playlist that I created. I felt like relaxing a little before we practice.
Sayo
Oh, you did mention before that you've been using a streaming site to listen to music that interests you.
Lisa
Huh, this is my first time hearing that. Could you share that playlist with me~?
Yukina
I don't mind, but... the one I'm listening to today is just something I created to help me relax.
Lisa
That's totally fine! Interesting. Public playlist, theme is relaxation...
Lisa
Whoa! Just look at how many people have favorited the playlist!
Ako
You're right! It even shows up on the front page as a recommended playlist!
Rinko
Some of the other playlists... are also being recommended...
Sayo
Rock, Dance, Ballads, even Walks...
Yukina
... I have no idea what all of you are making a fuss about. What's the big deal?
Lisa
This bit here! The numbers! It means that there are this many people who think this playlist fits the theme!
Yukina
I had no idea there was a function like that, but these are simply songs that I selected.
Yukina
Shouldn't we be saving the excitement for when our songs appear there someday?
Sayo
True... It's as you say.
Rinko
And for that, we need to practice...
Ako
You're always so disciplined and cool, Yukina-san...!
Lisa
You're right. Let's start practicing then, shall we?
All
Yes.
Yeah~!
Yes...
Yeah~!
Yes...
Transcript
Maya
Good morning, Minato-san. Also... I know it's a little late, but happy birthday.
Yukina
Thank you. You're usually early. It's rare to see you at this hour.
Maya
Ahaha, I overslept a bit...
Yukina
Were you busy working on something until late at night?
Maya
Not exactly. Digging around this music streaming website for nice playlists has recently become a part of my daily routine.
Maya
And yesterday, I happened to come across some really great playlists that I ended up listening to... and before I knew it, it was morning...
Yukina
I see. It's hard to say if I should be congratulating you or offering my sympathy.
Maya
Ahaha, I'll try not to let it happen again.
Maya
But the playlists really were incredible!
Maya
They were all organized by specific situations and themes, and the song choices for each theme juts matched perfectly~!
Yukina
Whoever made the playlists just selected songs. Does that really amount to much?
Maya
While you do have a point, it's actually a lot harder than it seems!
Maya
It's not just about situations. Accounting for the changes in what a listener will be feeling when a song is playing and selecting a song that will be a good fit isn't easy.
Maya
Although the same thing is required to create a set list for a concert, being able to pull that off with someone else's songs requires a great deal of passion for music!
Yukina
I see... I've never thought of it that way.
Yukina
... I'm a little curious now. Do you think you could share those playlists with me?
Maya
Sure!
Maya
There are several that I could recommend, but these are the ones I was listening to last night! They're by someone who goes by YKN!
Yukina
...!
Maya
Their playlists are really something!
Maya
Each theme includes music from all kinds of genres... but they're never shoved down your throat.
Maya
Also, their song choices never deviate from a given list's theme! For example, take a look at this one. Isn't it just amazing?!
Maya
Since the theme is relaxation, you would likely select ballads and slow songs, right? However, YKN includes upbeat songs at the right places, and...
Yukina
I-I see...
Maya
Oh! I'm sorry. I got carried away...
Yukina
It's alright.
Yukina
... Thank you for the playlist recommendations. I'll try listening to them sometime.
Maya
Please do!
Maya
By the way, is it just me, or are you a little flushed?
Yukina
... It must be your imagination.
Yukina
(I had no idea it could be this embarrassing to have someone speak at me directly with so much passion...)