TWICE Sana recently starred in the special music video for a song by a Japanese band called Kobukuro.
On March 31, 2020, Kobukuro released a track titled "Graduation" as a gift to students who were unable to attend in-person graduation ceremonies because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. And on Feb. 11 this year, the Japanese group dropped the special version of the song's MV, which is meant to portray adults who recall their graduation celebrations and how far they have come in life since that day.
Music Video Director Remarks on the Filming Production and Praises TWICE Sana
Considering the music video's concept, TWICE Sana, who was born and spent her school days in Japan, was chosen to be featured in the music video. Takuto Shinbo, the MV director, shared with Billboard Japan that they utilized LED screens to reproduce the streets of Osaka and South Korea. "It was hard to convey the production to Sana and the staff members remotely and even though we learned that there are many things we need to improve, it was a valuable experience," he added.
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This is the first time that TWICE Sana teamed up with a Japanese act, but the director and staff have nothing but praise for the "I Can't Stop Me" singer. Takuto Shinbo stated, "The music video depicted Sana who positively moves towards the future. Sana worked with us with a smile and had no hidden agenda. She helped us enhance some parts that we couldn't present without physical contact, showing us a world-class performance. It was a great honor being able to work with an artist who competes on the global stage."
TWICE Sana Comments on Working with Japanese Group, Kobukuro
TWICE Sana also shared her experience of recording the Japanese group's music video. She said that the song and the music video reminded her of her childhood, including her own graduation, as the MV features particular places in Osaka that were familiar to her. "It was definitely fun being able to feel the viewpoint of Kobukuro. They're an artist that added color to many people's youth, so it was an incredible honor to receive this request," the idol added.
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As of Feb. 12, the special version of the music video for "Graduation" has reached more than 500,000 views with 89,000 likes. The MV runs for five minutes and a half, and it successfully portrays nostalgia thanks to TWICE Sana's impressive acting, even if one doesn't understand the lyrics of the song.
Who is Kobukuro?
Kobukuro is a Japanese band that was formed in 1998 and debuted in 2001 with a single titled "Yell," which hit No. 4 on the Oricon Charts. The group name is a portmanteau of two family names: Kobuchi (surname of member Kentaro) and Kuroda (surname of member Shunsuke). Their latest release is a track titled "Sotsugyo," which came out on March 18, 2020.
About TWICE Sana
Sana Minatozaki, commonly called Sana, is one of the three Japanese members of JYP Entertainment's girl group TWICE, with the other two members being Momo and Mina. She is the only child in her family and became a trainee for more than three years before making her debut as one of the vocalists of the female act. The idol is best known for her quirky, outgoing personality.
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