Kojin Jugyo
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"" is the follow-up single to Misono
's debut single, "VS
". "Kojin Jugyō" is a cover of a Finger 5
song by the same name.
and was a big hit for Finger 5
in late 1973. The song was also recorded by Momoe Yamaguchi
in 1973. However, the b-side "Pinkies" was written by Misono
herself. The single was a bit of a disappointment on the charts when compared to "Vs". It debuted reasonably high at #8, but quickly fell down the charts in the following days. At the end of the week, it ranked #15 and sold just over 11,000 copies. Though, with fans of Misono
, "Pinkies" is often called their favorite song behind "Vs". http://www.last.fm/music/misono
has been making herself known for. However, this time, Misono
acts as a modern day Cinderella
. In the video, she is dressed in dirty rags and has a dirty face. At school, she cleans the halls and sometimes plays homemade baseball. She likes this boy at school, but cannot bring herself to meet him or even talk to him because of her dirty appearance. At home in her room, she looks gloomy about her situation. While she closes her eyes and cups her hands, she makes a pleading wish (to look pretty and well dressed like a princess). A fairy comes out, waves her wand and grants her wish. The next day she goes to school trying to meet the boy she likes, but too many girls are crowdinging the halls. She finally ducks in the library and notices he is there too. The fairy tries to warn her by holding notes up, saying to hurry up (her granted wish has a limited time). As she walks up to him to say hello, she suddenly changes before his eyes. She also notices and runs away embarrassed. Back at home in her room, she thinks about things and feels a sense of courage. Next day at school, dressed in rags, she taps the guy she likes on the shoulder. She finally brings enough courage to say hello to him. The music video is somewhat similar to her older sister, Kumi Koda's music video
. That single came out 14 days later.
Misono
, who performs under the mononym Misono , is a Japanese singer-songwriter from Kyoto. She is also the younger sister of Japanese singer Kumi Koda. Misono was the lead singer of pop band Day After Tomorrow, until the group disbanded in 2005. In 2006, Misono made her debut as a solo artist, remaining...
's debut single, "VS
VS (song)
Vs is the debut single by Misono, the former lead singer of the J-pop band Day After Tomorrow. It was released on March 29, 2006 in two formats; CD-only and CD+DVD.-Overview:...
". "Kojin Jugyō" is a cover of a Finger 5
Finger 5
was a Japanese pop group, composed of the four Okinawan Tamamoto brothers, Kazuo, Mitsuo, Masao, Akira, and sister Taeko. Their greatest hit was "Koi No Dial 6700 "....
song by the same name.
Overview
"Kojin Jugyō" was written by Yū AkuYu Aku
, , was a Japanese lyricist, poet, novelist.He was famous for thousands of his lyrics he contributed to many recording artists since 1967. Mainly during the 1970s, more than 20 of them reached the number-one on the Japanese Oricon chart, and 7 singles sold more than a million copies...
and was a big hit for Finger 5
Finger 5
was a Japanese pop group, composed of the four Okinawan Tamamoto brothers, Kazuo, Mitsuo, Masao, Akira, and sister Taeko. Their greatest hit was "Koi No Dial 6700 "....
in late 1973. The song was also recorded by Momoe Yamaguchi
Momoe Yamaguchi
is a former Japanese singer, actress, and idol whose career lasted from 1972 to 1980. In that time, she became one of the most notable singers in Japanese music, and an acclaimed actress. She withdrew from the entertainment business at the peak of her career to marry her frequent costar, fellow...
in 1973. However, the b-side "Pinkies" was written by Misono
Misono
, who performs under the mononym Misono , is a Japanese singer-songwriter from Kyoto. She is also the younger sister of Japanese singer Kumi Koda. Misono was the lead singer of pop band Day After Tomorrow, until the group disbanded in 2005. In 2006, Misono made her debut as a solo artist, remaining...
herself. The single was a bit of a disappointment on the charts when compared to "Vs". It debuted reasonably high at #8, but quickly fell down the charts in the following days. At the end of the week, it ranked #15 and sold just over 11,000 copies. Though, with fans of Misono
Misono
, who performs under the mononym Misono , is a Japanese singer-songwriter from Kyoto. She is also the younger sister of Japanese singer Kumi Koda. Misono was the lead singer of pop band Day After Tomorrow, until the group disbanded in 2005. In 2006, Misono made her debut as a solo artist, remaining...
, "Pinkies" is often called their favorite song behind "Vs". http://www.last.fm/music/misono
Music video
Like the "Vs" PV, "Kojin Jugyō" is a continuation of the fairy-tale trend MisonoMisono
, who performs under the mononym Misono , is a Japanese singer-songwriter from Kyoto. She is also the younger sister of Japanese singer Kumi Koda. Misono was the lead singer of pop band Day After Tomorrow, until the group disbanded in 2005. In 2006, Misono made her debut as a solo artist, remaining...
has been making herself known for. However, this time, Misono
Misono
, who performs under the mononym Misono , is a Japanese singer-songwriter from Kyoto. She is also the younger sister of Japanese singer Kumi Koda. Misono was the lead singer of pop band Day After Tomorrow, until the group disbanded in 2005. In 2006, Misono made her debut as a solo artist, remaining...
acts as a modern day Cinderella
Cinderella
"Cinderella; or, The Little Glass Slipper" is a folk tale embodying a myth-element of unjust oppression/triumphant reward. Thousands of variants are known throughout the world. The title character is a young woman living in unfortunate circumstances that are suddenly changed to remarkable fortune...
. In the video, she is dressed in dirty rags and has a dirty face. At school, she cleans the halls and sometimes plays homemade baseball. She likes this boy at school, but cannot bring herself to meet him or even talk to him because of her dirty appearance. At home in her room, she looks gloomy about her situation. While she closes her eyes and cups her hands, she makes a pleading wish (to look pretty and well dressed like a princess). A fairy comes out, waves her wand and grants her wish. The next day she goes to school trying to meet the boy she likes, but too many girls are crowdinging the halls. She finally ducks in the library and notices he is there too. The fairy tries to warn her by holding notes up, saying to hurry up (her granted wish has a limited time). As she walks up to him to say hello, she suddenly changes before his eyes. She also notices and runs away embarrassed. Back at home in her room, she thinks about things and feels a sense of courage. Next day at school, dressed in rags, she taps the guy she likes on the shoulder. She finally brings enough courage to say hello to him. The music video is somewhat similar to her older sister, Kumi Koda's music video
Koi no Tsubomi
"Koi no Tsubomi" is Kumi Koda's 31st solo under the Rhythm Zone label. It is her first single since the release of "Someday/Boys & Girls" which ended off a 12 week project leading to the release of her second greatest hits compilation, Best: Second Session . "Koi no Tsubomi" was released on CD...
. That single came out 14 days later.
CD
- Pinkies
- Pinkies (Instrumental)
Oricon Sales Chart (Japan)
| Release | Chart | Peak Position | Sales Total | Chart Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2006 | Oricon Daily Singles Chart | 8 | ||
| Oricon Weekly Singles Chart | 15 | 16,223 copies | 4 weeks | |
| Oricon Monthly Singles Chart | ||||
| Oricon Yearly Singles Chart |