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2008 MTV Video Music Awards Japan
The 2008 MTV Video Music Awards Japan were held on Saturday, May 31 at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. Awards Winners are in bold text. Video of the Year Exile — "I Believe" * Mr. Children — "Irodori" * Rihanna featuring Jay-Z — "Umbrella" * Tokyo Incidents — " OSCA" * Kanye West — " Stronger" Album of the Year Exile — ''Exile Love'' * Ketsumeishi — ''Ketsunopolice 5'' * Kumi Koda — ''Kingdom'' * Avril Lavigne — ''The Best Damn Thing'' * Ne-Yo — '' Because of You'' Best Male Video Ne-Yo — " Because of You" * Chris Brown featuring T-Pain — " Kiss Kiss" * Ken Hirai — "Fake Star" * Tamio Okuda — "Mugen no Kaze" * Seamo — "Cry Baby" Best Female Video Fergie — "Big Girls Don't Cry" * Alicia Keys — " No One" * Kumi Koda — " Ai no Uta" * Mika Nakashima — "Life" * Ai Otsuka — "Peach" Best Group Video M-Flo Loves Emi Hinouchi, Ryohei, Emyli, Yoshika and Lisa — "Love Comes and Goes" * Maroon 5 — "Makes Me Wonder" * Mr. Ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saitama Super Arena
is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Chūō-ku, Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It opened preliminarily on May 5, 2000, and then was officially opened on September 1 of the same year. Its maximum spectator capacity is 36,500, making it the second-largest indoor arena in the world. The main arena capacity is between 19,000 and 22,500. The arena was designed by Dan Meis, who at the time was working for architecture firm Ellerbe Becket, together with Nikken Sekkei. Meis's design was selected as a result of an international design competition. The arena features a gigantic movable section of seating which can reduce capacity for smaller events and create a more intimate setting. It is a favorite venue for puroresu (Japanese professional wrestling) and mixed martial arts (MMA). It has also hosted other sports events such as boxing, basketball, volleyball, tennis, ice hockey, and gymnastics. It is the only Japanese arena equipped especially for American football. It forme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kumi Koda
, known professionally as , is a Japanese singer from Kyoto, known for her urban and R&B songs. After debuting with the single "Take Back" in December 2000, Koda gained fame in March 2003 when the songs from her seventh single, "Real Emotion/1000 no Kotoba", were used as themes for the video game ''Final Fantasy X-2''. Her popularity grew with the release of her fourth studio album ''Secret'' (2005), her sixteenth single "Butterfly" (2005), and her first greatest hits album '' Best: First Things'' (2005), reaching the number-three, number-two, and number-one spots respectively. Though her early releases presented a conservative, quiet image, she has become a fashion leader among young women, setting trends such as the ero-kakkoii style. In 2006 and 2007, Oricon named Koda as the top selling artist of the year. Life and career Early life Koda was born into a family of musicians. Her grandfather was a Shakuhachi master and her mother was a Koto teacher; she is the older ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seamo
is a Japanese hip hop recording artist better known by his stage name Seamo (シーモ ''Shīmo''). He made his debut in 2004 using the alias , but later changed his name to Seamo. He made his solo debut in 2005 with the Japanese record label BMG Japan with the single . Seamo became famous when he appeared along with the duo Bennie K on the song "A Love Story." In 2006, Seamo had his best-selling single in Japan with , which despite peaking at number fourteen on the singles chart has spent thirty four weeks on the chart and sold more than 160,000 copies so far. His debut album is ''Get Back On Stage'', released on October 31, 2005. His second album, ''Live Goes On'', made its debut on the Japanese chart at number one. As his favorite artists and influences, Seamo lists Kool Keith, MC Hammer, and Japanese acts Unicorn, Sing Like Talking, and Original Love. In 2008, he released "Honey Honey Feat. Ayuse Kozue", this song was used as the ending theme song of the second season of th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tamio Okuda
is a Japanese singer, songwriter, and producer. He started his career in 1986 as a member of the band Unicorn. After Unicorn broke up, Okuda moved on to a solo career in 1994 with the single "Ai no Tame ni". He has written and composed many songs for various artists, particularly Puffy. He is signed to Sony Music Japan. He was ranked number 25 in a list of Japan's top 100 musicians, provided by HMV Japan in 2003. His band Unicorn was also ranked at number 61. Unicorn reunited in 2009. He appeared in the 2011 Batsu game on ''Gaki no Tsukai''. He performed his song "Ai no Tame ni" with alternate lyrics to recap all that went on in the New Years' special. On July 11, 2018, Okuda, Kazuyoshi Saito, Yohito Teraoka (Jun Sky Walkers), Takashi Hamazaki (Flying Kids), Yo-King (Magokoro Brothers) and Tortoise Matsumoto announced the formation of a supergroup called the . Each member is a multi-instrumentalist with all of them at-least being able to provide vocals and guitar and, like th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fake Star
"Fake Star" is Ken Hirai's 27th single. The song is described as being an up-tempo song. It was used as the Meiji Confectionery "Fran Aromatier" CM song. This is his third single of 2007. In the lyrics, Ken references the lyrics of his previous hit single, "Pop Star A pop icon is a celebrity, character, or object whose exposure in popular culture is regarded as constituting a defining characteristic of a given society or era. The usage of the term is largely subjective since there are no definitively object ...", and the song serves as a mirror-image of that single. Track listing CD version #Fake Star #Fake Star: Ken's Swingin' Jazz #Pop Star x Fake Star (Mash up) remixed by Metalmouse #Fake Star: Less vocal Charts Oricon Sales Chart (Japan) 2007 songs 2007 singles Ken Hirai songs Songs written by Ken Hirai Defstar Records singles {{2000s-pop-single-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ken Hirai
is a Japanese R&B and pop singer. Since his debut, Hirai has worked as a model, actor, composer, lyricist, singer, and brand ambassador. During his career, Hirai has released 45 singles and nine studio albums as of January 2019.Official Discography According to , his single ''Hitomi o Tojite'' (''Close Your Eyes'') became the best-selling single of 2004 in Japan,Oricon Annual Ranking 2004 while his compilation album ''Ken Hirai 10th Anniversary Complete Single Collection '95–'05 "Utabaka"'' became the best-selling ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kiss Kiss (Chris Brown Song)
"Kiss Kiss" is a song recorded by American singer Chris Brown featuring vocals and production from fellow American singer and rapper T-Pain from the former's second studio album, '' Exclusive'' (2007). Written by the two artists, the song was released as the album's second single on September 10, 2007 worldwide. It was later solicited to rhythm crossover radios in the United States on September 11, 2007. "Kiss Kiss" is composed as upbeat chanting record that incorporates elements of R&B and dance music. The song is written mainly about getting a woman's attention. The official remix features American rapper Nelly from the hip-hop group St. Lunatics. "Kiss Kiss" topped the charts in New Zealand and the United States, becoming Brown's second number one single in both countries. It also peaked inside the top ten in Canada and Australia and later earned platinum certifications there. The single, however failed to garner similar success in the European territories, peaking outside ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chris Brown (American Singer)
Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. According to ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'', Brown is one of the most successful Contemporary R&B, R&B singers of his generation, having often been referred to by many contemporaries as the "Honorific nicknames in popular music, King of R&B". His musical style has been defined as polyhedric, with his R&B being characterized by several influences from other genres, mainly Hip hop music, hip hop and Pop music, pop music. His lyrics develop predominantly over themes of Sexual intercourse, sex, Romance (love), romance, Gangsta rap, fast life, desire, regret, and emotional conflict. Brown has gained a cult following and wide comparisons to Michael Jackson for his stage presence. In 2004, Brown signed with Jive Records, and released his Chris Brown (album), self-titled debut studio album the following year, which was later certified RIAA certification, triple platinum by the Recor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Because Of You (Ne-Yo Song)
"Because of You" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ne-Yo. It was written by Ne-Yo, Mikkel S. Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen for his studio album of the same name while production was helmed by Eriksen and Hermansen under their production moniker Stargate. The song, released on February 13, 2007, served as the album's first single. "Because of You" reached number two on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, topped the New Zealand Singles Chart, and reached the top 10 in Ireland, Japan, and the United Kingdom. The song appears in the 2008 action-adventure video game Grand Theft Auto IV on the fictional radio station The Vibe 98.8. Song information Four other versions of the song have surfaced, one with an extended ending, one featuring rapper AC, S-One, Michael Jackson as well as Joe Budden. The official remix features Kanye West. The beat used is somehow unique in the R&B style. The main melodic instruments include muted harpsichord and guitar, whilst the groove uses a bass/clap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Because Of You (Ne-Yo Album)
''Because of You'' is the second studio album by American singer and songwriter Ne-Yo. It was released by Compound Entertainment and Def Jam Recordings on April 25, 2007 in the United States. Ne-Yo reteamed with many previous collaborators to work on the follow-up to his debut album ''In My Own Words'' (2006), involving Ron "Neff-U" Feemster, StarGate, and Shea Taylor, as well as new and upcoming musicians such as The Heavyweights, Eric Hudson, Timothy Bloom, Knobody, and Syience. Next to them, ''Because of You'' features guest vocal contributions from rapper Jay-Z on "Crazy" and fellow R&B singer Jennifer Hudson on "Leaving Tonight". ''Because of You'' debuted at number one on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, selling over 250,000 copies in its first week, and was later certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). It also reached the top ten in Canada and the United Kingdom but was commercially less successful than ''In ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ne-Yo
Shaffer Chimere Smith (born October 18, 1979), known professionally as Ne-Yo, is an American singer, songwriter, actor, dancer, and record producer. He gained fame for his songwriting abilities when he penned Mario's 2004 hit " Let Me Love You". The single's successful release prompted a meeting between Ne-Yo and Def Jam's then-president Jay-Z, resulting in a long-tenured recording contract. Ne-Yo's debut solo single, "Stay" (featuring Peedi Crakk), was released in 2005 to moderate success. His debut studio album, ''In My Own Words'' (2006), was critically and commercially successful, reaching number one on the ''Billboard'' 200 chart in the United States. It is certified platinum in the United States, United Kingdom, Japan and Australia and saw the success of the single "So Sick", which topped the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart in the United States. '' Because of You'' (2007), Ne-Yo's second studio album, was the second number one platinum-selling album debuted on the ''Billbo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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