理恵のルーム♡

 

In line with the changes, I have decided to discontinue doing Bi Shounen translations, and will be silently supporting Taisho, Ryuga, Nasu, Ukki, Naakun and Issei in their individual endeavors moving forward.

 

 

I love his visuals here! 😍



Actually, my first impression with Josh was that, he has the "sparkly cute idol aura" that somewhat reminds me of Hey! Say! JUMP's Yamada Ryosuke. He is, indeed, the "charismatic member of SB19"

Yamada vibes si Josh ng SB19 huehue 😁🤭🍢

— エス美 (esubi) ⚠️💙 (@esubisukisugi) October 3, 2022

I can declare that after about two months of observation, I consider November 5 as my anniversary as A'TIN. 😊

Anyway, just to divert my attention away from what is happening in Jpop world now, I think I am slowly starting to immerse myself into Ppop. Lately, I've been observing SB19 (it's been a month already!), and I think I'm getting hooked into it.

— リエ ₍ᐢ⑅•ᴗ•⑅ᐢ₎🤍✨ #NEWS20th #NEWS_EXPO (@riemaynine) November 5, 2022

I also got the chance to watch WYAT Homecoming concert on December 18 last year via livestream.



I was also able to visit WYAT mural painting dedicated to them, created by a group of artistic A'TIN (ARTSB19).



And just last June 24 this year, I finally got to watch them live! As it is the first concert that I've attended, that moment will forever be engraved in my memory.







At first, I was contemplating whether I would be attending or not, since I didn't know someone who can accompany me during the concert and I was worried about traveling back home after, but my guts had told me to push so I wouldn't regret. Hence, I bought a ticket a little late already. I was aiming for a lower box seat, but seats under that tier were already sold out, so I got the available seat from upper box tier instead.



To more concerts and budols to come. Hello wallet, magpakatatag ka pa lalo! 😆



Here are the reasons why SB19 had captured my heart, knowing myself that I have high standards of stanning idols.

💙 WHY I GOT HOOKED INTO SB19 💙

⚠️Humor/Personality

When it comes to stanning idols, it is always the personality that comes first in my standards. I prefer those who are not afraid to show their true selves as human beings rather than to show a perfect image of what a typical idol should be. Watching their vlogs being funny and chaotic had got me hooked. Their Filipino humor is also relatable since I'm also a Filipino, and aside from that, I don't need any subtitles anymore just to understand their jokes 😁

⚠️Stage presence

They have certain charismatic vibes that exude every time they are performing on stage. I'm actually more into how idols project themselves on stage rather than how synchronized they are while dancing. Of course, there is the synchronization in their performances that is satisfying in my eyes, however, there is uniqueness with how they execute the steps, hence, I can somehow sense the differences in their personalities through their movements.

⚠️Vocals

I admit, I am particular with vocals, even though I am not a singer. Maybe my ears are somewhat sensitive lol just kidding.

Just to share, since I am an idol (Jpop) fan for more than a decade already, I have witnessed several groups who are great at dancing, however, only few of them really have great vocals. So those who have great vocals really stand out to me among those idols.

Hearing SB19 sing their ballad songs, I can easily recognize that there are differences in their vocal ranges, hence, it sounds so harmonious when they sing altogether. Although all members have great vocals, Stell's vocals impressed me the most. His voice is so heavenly and magical, that I keep on hearing it in my mind even after few days (But I'm still sane, don't worry 😆).

Aside from that, each member knows different vocal techniques. As an example, Ken/Felip has a natural deep voice yet he can be flexible with his vocals.

Here's his CRIMINAL live performance to see what I'm talking about:



Also, there is an assurance that we always get live singing from them (I don't like lipsync 🤐). I appreciate live singing from artists even if their voices cracked or they forgot the lyrics in the middle of the performance. SB19's live singing is exceptional.👌

⚠️Discography

Although they are considered as Ppop idols, their diverse discography has proven that they don't only have pop, EDM, or anything danceable as their genre of music. They can also do ballad and R&B as well. Aside from different genres, they also have various themes in their songs as well. Song about honoring our parents? There's MAPA. Song about unrequited love? There's Tilaluha. Song about questioning our self-worth? There's ILAW.

Anyway, just to share, even though my bias has vocally admitted that he doesn't like it, Wag Mong Ikunot Ang Iyong Noo is one of my favorites.
Maybe I got used to Johnny's tonchiki songs (catchy, silly novelty-like songs) 😆

Even though they don't release songs as often as other artists, every song that they release is either catchy or soulful, that it always resonates to someone hearing it. We can always expect quality music from them. Every song is a masterpiece.

As I'm always saying in my tweets, QUALITY BEATS QUANTITY.

⚠️Visuals

Each member has their own charm. Having diverse Filipino features, they are physically attractive in different ways. We can easily distinguish one from another with their visuals, and recently, even by just looking at their hairstyles/colors or their outfits. Following a certain beauty standard is boring, for me.



⚠️Creativity

Typical idols may have their own team who is in charge of composing songs or producing MVs for them, but SB19 is self-produced. The members themselves are in charge of producing most of their own songs, MVs, even the choreography! I really admire Pablo's lyricism, as it is something out of the ordinary. Since I'm also into wordplays and riddles, I enjoy digesting the lyrics while listening to their songs. The MVs, even the album trailers, are also eye-catching! The quality is on par with or even much better than MVs produced from other countries - truly world class!

What is good about SB19 is that, they let fans participate, think deeper and interpret things that they have created. I thought at first that I would only be overthinking about NEWS' creations, until I realized that SB19 also has creative ways of expressing their art where fans would then always come up with their own theories from it. I guess I really have my type - I love those who are true artists rather than just idols, or those I can consider as "storytellers". It's really fun learning something from the idols. 😁

⚠️Fan interaction

Even though we can consider them as popular artists, their humble presence is much like they are our friends. Although I can only observe via fancams, I can feel that they are really accommodating. They can also interact with fans online, randomly replying to fans' tweets. I lowkey wish that I can also experience that kind of  fanservice someday, especially from my bias Josh 🤭. I can observe that Josh is often doing the cutest fan service the most, embodying the charismatic idol image.

⚠️Advocacy

Ever since they debuted, they have been very vocal about aiming to bring Filipino music into the global scene, incorporating Filipino language and culture in every song that they have. Who would have thought of referencing Filipino mythological creature manananggal in a song, other than them?

With that goal, no doubt they deserve to be chosen as NCCA (National Commission for Culture and the Arts) Youth Ambassadors.

⚠️Idol Journey

I am mostly invested in idols' success stories with a plot twist. I am not romanticizing adversities though, but rather, getting inspiration from them.

Knowing how they were mocked for being Kpop copycats at first but later gained respect from the public for building their own identity as Ppop representatives, we can learn that instead of being easily swayed by criticisms, try taking risks while considering these criticisms as motivation to reach for greater heights.

As the saying by Zig Ziglar goes, "Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations".

⚠️Member Love

I can feel the strong bond among SB19 members, and as what I can observe, they truly care for each other much like friends, or much deeper, like family. Skinship may be an uncommon culture here (although I get used to it since I'm a Jpop fan), but they prove that there is nothing wrong about male idols showing how close they are with one another by being touchy, holding hands, hugging. 

By the way, I find JoshTin and PabStell pairings cute, though any pairing is fine with me. 🤭🚢

With all those reasons that I have mentioned, there is no doubt that they truly deserve what they are achieving nowadays. More opportunities, more recognitions, and having large and continuously growing fanbase are just products of their unwavering passion towards their craft and determination to pursue their goals not just for themselves but for the local industry as well. Truly Pinoy Pride. 🇵🇭

I'm glad I finally got into this zone, and hopefully, will stay here for more years to come. I wish the same for SB19: longevity. 💙