Music Review: ONE OK ROCK’s Heartache

Hello!

So for this post, I’ll be writing my thoughts about ONE OK ROCK’s Heartache. I’ve been a fan for many years now and I listen to all of their songs so I am also aware of how their music changes from one album to another. It’s true that ONE OK ROCK continues to evolve its music especially now that they are reaching for a wider global audience, but anything is fine with me.

As a fan, I will stay supportive to whatever they plan to do with their music but of course, I hope that they will still incorporate their own Japanese rock/ONE OK ROCK signature style to their upcoming music. In all honesty, they write great songs even before they became affiliated with American producers or labels. There’s this vibe or formula that when you hear it, you know it’s ONE OK ROCK. I cannot pin-point to what aspect of their music shows their distinct style though.

Anyway, I choose to write a music review about Heartache mainly because it’s Valentines…and their slow rock love songs really tugs the heartstrings. (AND THIS IS MY CURRENT MOOD LOL). In totality, ONE OK ROCK’s slow love songs are over flowing with emotion, love, pain and other feelings (OMG IS THIS KANJOU EFFECT? HAHA) that every time I listen to it, I just can’t help but pick up the emotion from the song. I guess that’s a sign that music does transcend cultural barriers. I can feel and understand the message just by listening to the song…or maybe it’s just that they are that good. I think I’m straying away from the topic…lol.

I am no professional but I’ll TRY to do well with my review. So read on :--)

Heartache

Ah, this is probably one of the most heart-wrenching songs I’ve ever heard. Lyrics wise, the song really shows heartache. The choice of words and how it is sung really makes my heart heavy every time I play it. The first stanza is very strong for me: “So they say that time takes away the pain, but I’m still the same.” From the moment I heard it, I was like “dang. I wanna cry.”

For me, the message is well shown with the quality of the lyrics. I also like the fact that the musical arrangement is very light from the beginning up to the middle part because it created a good build-up until the song is accompanied with heavy drum beats, guitar strums and bass lines up to the end; like an escalator wherein the first few parts of the songs tells you to prepare for a very intense middle part and an energy-maintained end. The progressive instrumental yet Taka’s singing creates a contrast, emphasizing the “I can’t help but feel the pain” vibe of the song, especially with the way Taka sang it with the middle part.

Taka’s voice is well-controlled, Toru’s guitar lines are placed well and Ryota’s bass lines complements Tomoya’s drumming. I remember the first time I heard it from Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends trailer, it made me tear up a bit because even though it speaks about a broken heart from a failed relationship, it somewhat connected to the film. 

Overall, it leaves me temporarily broken with every single play although I must say, the acoustic version is A-W-E-S-O-M-E. The feeling seems raw, and it’s more sentimental with Tomoya playing the lyre. It is not the usual Japanese sound as it sounds more Westernized but it’s one of those songs that you can recommend to a non-fan who’s interested to listen to the band for the first time. Somehow, it kind of reminds me of Wherever You Are and Pierce. Nevertheless, this song is of quality in terms of technical and emotional effect to its listeners.

Heartache lyric video (fan made):

Heartache acoustic version: 

So, that’s my review! I don’t know if I make any sense at all. LOL. But if you have any suggestions as to how I can improve my writing skills, please do comment on this post. All the views here are just my opinion.

Thank you!   

GO GO GO!

Hello!

How are you doing?

As for me, I am in my usual stressed-student mode. When I was younger, I didn't think school means stress…but now that I'm in college, it seems that stress is an inevitable part especially if you really want to produce good grades. But I am not complaining. It just proves the saying that...

“Nothing worth having comes easy.”

With this, I got an idea for an inspirational book. I would like to do a compilation of the words to live by or words of inspiration from normal people. Usually, quotes or motivational words came from your favorite actor, leader or other famous people. So for this one, I’d like the words of wisdom to come from the words of normal people---which are insightful and of course, can be inspirational too! Honestly, each person is interesting because they all have different stories. I believe that by their own experiences, they can give a piece of advice, motivational words, or life quotes that others can truly relate as well.

I got this idea because a lot of teens today are becoming lonesome or stressed or mislead from thinking likes and material things are the top most necessity. It can also be because of pressure from peers, or education, or attention and a lot more factors. I believe that they are their peak wherein they are very delicate and therefore, it’s that time when older ones really talk to their children or when youths encourage their fellow to be cheered and empowered. I am thinking of just a simple book or booklet with cute, unisex designs that contains the most striking words compiled from people.

Like this one, QUOTE OF THE DAY booklet by Candy Magazine:

source: candymag.com

I think this will also become handy for me since I am also kind of stressed with all the school works. Hahaha

Anyway, I’ll leave you a song from my favorite band which is about encouraging you to be the light!

My favorite part/lyrics of the song is/are:

What did it leave behind?

What did it take from us and wash away?

It may be long

But with our hearts start anew

And keep it up and not give up

With our heads held high

Thank you for reading!

Idea for a short film

Title: Melodies

Genre: Romance

Short Film

Characters:

Mina – a die-hard fan and staff member of rock band The Harlequin. She’s a twenty-year old something woman who has a crush on the band’s vocalist, Sean but is painfully shy to admit her feelings that’s why even as a staff of her crush’s band, she acts stiff around him.

Sean – vocalist of The Harlequin and is a great composer. He’s trying to write a new material for their next album but is having a difficult time because of pressure. He’s very professional and treats the staff with respect.

Brad, Allen and Phil – members of The Harlequin and Sean’s friends since their college years at a music school. They also contribute to the song making process but more on the technical aspects. They sense that Mina likes Sean because she unconsciously spoil Sean more than the rest of the band.

Story:

Sean throws his compositions into the trash and seems infuriated that he can’t create any good piece for the past 3 months. Meanwhile, Mina was tasked to clean up the recording room, saw the pile of trash, read the pieces and kept it in her pocket. Upon returning to her room, Mina once again read the paper and tried making her own song out of it. She recorded it in her phone and fell asleep…

The other day, the band finished their rehearsal when Phil asked for Mina’s help to buy them food and medicine for Sean’s throat. She hurried outside and the rest of the band noticed that she forgot her phone. They decided to peek on it and saw Mina’s recordings. Pleased by Mina’s work, they asked her if they can use the compositions for their next album. Mina was happy to contribute to her favorite band, but Sean was happier because he knew the lyrics were the ones he wrote. In other words, Sean owes Mina for turning his trash into jewels.

One night, Sean called Mina for an “important talk.” It turns out, Sean wanted to thank Mina by performing an acoustic version of the song they wrote together. Sean also revealed that the song is too personal and special for him that it does not fit for the album’s concept so decided that he’ll not include the song in their list, implying that he wants to do a separate EP for it. Mina, on the other hand, misunderstood this and felt like Sean didn’t really liked the song at all. She got angry and walked out in front of Sean.

Months later, the band is performing their new album at a huge concert with more than 10,000 fans. Mina was one of the staff who’s watching from the technical booth and saw the set list. The place went pitch black when all of a sudden, a light lit at the stage where Sean was standing. He is holding an acoustic guitar and playing a familiar rhythm. Mina realized this and starting crying. Before playing the song, Sean said that this song is “his love letter to fans” which the fans loved. After the concert, Mina approached Sean and thanked him. In return, Sean hugged him and the rest of the band followed. 

The story ends with the band and Mina altogether are trying to write a new song only five of them will get to listen to.

STILL ROCKING

Hello!

First of all, sorry if I only posted one blog entry last week. To be honest, today is exactly a week after the ONE OK ROCK concert and I still can’t get over it. Anyway, since it’s the first week after their first visit in the country, my post for today is an idea blog related to ONE OK ROCK!

source: OOR Official FB page

First idea: A documentary about their life touring the world

I know that there’s the FOOL COOL ROCK documentary already, but I want to do a documentary following how they live up their dream performing in large crowds in the US, Europe and Asia. In this video, I would like to capture the most natural interaction among the members, their song writing process, an interview on how they feel getting this far, their solo activities, the band’s bonding session, what are they off-stage, how they conceptualize their songs or albums and what are the dynamics between their interaction with their American producer, recording label and their local label, management and the members itself.

I’d also like to present the difference between the crowds of each country or shows they go to not for comparison on who’s the most energetic crowd but to see on how culturally diverse their fandom is---which I think is a good sign because their music is able to transcend beyond language or culture differences. I also want to see on how they study the English language. To be honest, they improved a lot in terms of answering interviews in English. Although there are some mistakes from time to time, they are still quite impressive and who cares if they can’t speak well or not? Their music speaks greater and it’s more important!

[PS: I ALSO WANTED TO INTERVIEW THEM ABOUT THEIR TATTOOS---THE MEANING, THEIR REASON FOR GETTING IT AND WHAT IS THEIR MOST FAVORITE TATTOO]

If you want to know what I’m talking about, here is a preview of their FOOL COOL ROCK documentary:

Second idea: Music Review

I admit I only knew the band because of the Rurouni Kenshin films so I am pretty much okay with their change in musical styles every album. I already heard their first songs (even the demo, live and unreleased ones) up to their current album, 35XXXV. I also listened to Taka’s collaboration with other artists and basically dig all the discography I could find just for me to know how they evolve each CD. 

And it’s true that 35XXXV sounds different from their initial style. It’s Americanized but there’s still the ONE OK ROCK touch to it. I cannot pin-point which aspect it is but definitely, their music is still with their own personal sound. That is why I’d like to do a music review of their 35XXXV album or the Jinsei x Boku = (read as Jinsei kakete boku wa) since it’s my most favorite album from them (my second most favorite is Niche Syndrome).

Here is one of the song from their 35XXXV album. This is a fan made video from the Japanese movie Eien no Zero. The title is Fight the Night and it is my most favorite track from the album:

Let me here your thoughts! Please comment if you have anything to say like suggestions or corrections.

Thank you for reading!

ONE OK ROCK TAKES MANILA TO THE TOP

Credits to Stephen Lavoie/Rappler

"Seriously, you guys are f-ing awesome.” -  Taka

Truly a ONE, more than OK, ROCK-ing concert that surged with unyielding energy, hailed Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK performed for the first time ever in the Philippines last January 19, 2016 (Tuesday) at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The concert was one leg of their 35XXXV Asia Tour with the name derived from the band’s latest album, 35XXXV. It was filled with anticipation, enthusiasm and screams that can even cause someone to experience temporary hearing loss.  With the band playing hit after hit after hit, their non-stop energy yet flawless performance delighted Filipino fans and caused them to jump, sing along and just rock the night away.

Even before the band performed in the country, their catchy yet edgy and solid songs reached the Philippine soil more than four years ago mainly due to the influence of Otaku culture, which garners a huge following in the country. Started in the year 2005, the band got its name from their practice hour which is One o’clock AM. With a few change in line-up and released albums, the band started gaining recognition in their home country, Japan. Moreover, the band gained even more popularity during 2012 when they sang Rurouni Kenshin live action’s theme song, The Beginning that sky rocketed them to become of the most in demand rock bands not just in Asia but eventually in the Western countries as they geared towards rocking the international scene. 

This success was followed by two more songs for the film franchise with Mighty Long Fall and the slow rock song, Heartache, which swooned the fans with amazing musical arrangement and Taka’s soulful singing.

In particular, their Manila leg has got to be the fans’ most awaited event ever. Last year, eager fans spearheaded the petition for the concert, encouraging other fans to sign and show the Filipino fandom’s strength in numbers. With a stroke of patience and hard work, this dream eventually became a blissful reality. The VIP 1 and 2 sections and the limited Royalty tickets were even sold out immediately upon the first few days of selling date! Popularly known for their amazing live shows, Taka (vocalist), Toru (leader and guitarist), Tomoya (drummer) and Ryota (bassist) finally got the chance to prove this claim to the Filipino crowd and give them the epic experience they've been waiting for. 

Here are some of the insights regarding their Manila concert:

Usually, live performances were so raw that playing the instruments and hitting the notes perfectly as if it placated the recorded ones were difficult. But, take ONE OK ROCK as an exception. They jumped and ran all over the stage while still maintaining the superb quality of sound, especially Taka, whose voice is definitely not a product of auto-tune but a heaven-sent one and Toru, Ryota and Tomoya’s sexy instrumental part that showcased their expertise with their respective instruments. Apart from the band’s own efforts, the lights, technical arrangements and other details for the concert added flare to the experience.

Credits to JulenPhoto (OOR's official photographer for the concert)

The crowd also wowed the band when they opened their phone lights during Heartache, which made a dreamy sea of lights. They also sang along regardless if the lyrics are in Japanese or English, proving that they are indeed ready for the ONE OK ROCK. Before the encore, the fans still can’t get enough that they stomped their feet and shouted for more in which the band responded with few more songs for the fans’ delight.

Filipino fans showed their overflowing support for the band and it’s not just because their sound is unique or their songs are catchy, but because they also have this angst and charisma that draws people in especially in live shows. The switch between the English and Japanese lyrics, paired up with Taka’s powerful vocals and always improving pronunciation, Toru’s amazing guitar riffs, Ryota’s incredible bass skills and Tomoya’s double pedal drumming amplify their infectious energy on stage and awaken the fans starting with the intro track 3xxxv5 followed by the progressive Take Me to The Top. The band also sang hit songs from their past albums: The Beginning, Clock Strikes and Deeper Deeper from Jinsei x Boku = (Jinsei Kakete Boku Wa), No Scared from the album Zankyo Reference, Wherever You Are and Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer from Niche Syndrome, and songs from their current album, 35XXXV. The band capped off the event with Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer . 

The venue hours before the start of the concert. The arena was jam packed with fans!
Photo taken by the writer.

Taka and the rest expressed how thankful they are for the intense and warm reception of the Filipino crowd. Statements from them wanting to revisit the country were heard multiple times. They even took a picture with the crowd and received a huge banner from the fans as a remembrance for that memorable occasion. Before leaving the stage, drummer Tomoya even approached the mic and said “Mahal Kita” that made the crowd roar one last time. 

After the concert, fans are still in cloud nine and expressing their gratitude to ONE OK ROCK for taking Manila to the top.

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If you want to know more about the band, you may check their website at www.oneokrock.com or their official accounts on facebook, twitter, instagram and youtube just by typing "ONE OK ROCK." 

Curious about their music? Watch the MV of OOR's The Beginning here:

Photo of the writer hours before the concert.

(Pauleen General is a third year AB Communication student from DLSU-Dasmarinas and is a ONE OK ROCK fan.)

If there are any errors you wish to correct or cite, you may post it as a comment and I'll be glad to revise the article. Also, recording and cameras are not allowed during the concert hours that is why I only got the chance to take a picture before and after the concert. Credits to Rappler and JulenPhoto for the pictures.

LIST FOR 2016?

Hello!

So for this blog entry, I’d like to show you my list of the ideas and stories I wanted to write about. As what I have already said from previous post, I’m more of the slice-of-life kind of writer. I’m not really into sci-fi (although I watch it often) and I tend to think about stories about the simple events in life.

I hope to write individual entries about the stories from this list. I’ll try to get them all done and let’s see if I improved or not. Lol. Haha. But honestly, there are so much things I wanted to write…I just don’t know if I can express them well.

Here is my list, take a look!

1. A story about a genius pre-school kid and a single mother who tries to make all ends meet for her son

2. A documentary about a shopaholic (following her shopping escapade, how much she can spend in a week or month and what is the effect of being a shopaholic to her social life and family)

3. A (fan made) music video for ONE OK ROCK’s Good Goodbye or Luhan’s Football Gang

4. A short film about an OC girl who lives in a dorm and eventually will have a disorganized roommate

5. A feature article about Sustainable Development Goals!

6. A video featuring the places you can visit in the South (besides Tagaytay)

7. A documentary about the art of calligraphy or typography (the ones that are popular in the social media nowadays?)

8. A throwback feature article of my first trip overseas

9. A story about a struggling piano student who was discouraged by his family because they are a family of doctors and other professionals

But anyway let me show you a pic I took when I was in Singapore years ago and the thoughts I have every time I look at the photo...

I don't know but every time I look at this photo...it makes me think of a story about a girl who takes photos of herself (in a distinct pose) around the world. It is like a story about someone who really loves to travel and immerse herself with different culture and people. She takes photos from her travels and puts them in a photo album. At first, she will be looking very much happy as seen in her shots but eventually, her smile will lessen as she realizes that she lacks something---something that even though she has the money to buy and travel anywhere---she'll still feel empty and so she goes back home in hopes of finding that one thing that she needs to fill in inside of her.

The photo is actually the alpaca plushie I bought and I am just so happy with my purchase that I thought of taking this photo as a remembrance...and yeah, now that I realized, this is like what Amelie did to his father's gnome right? The only difference between my case and the film is my plushie is not lucky to travel the world. *someday alpaca, someday*   

I know this post is kinda short…*guilty* but I’ll try to post more often after the exam week.

Thank you for reading!

CONCERT!

Hello!

This post will be a short one because I haven’t generated much ideas this week because of other stuff. In all honestly, I’m losing focus because of our thesis topic approval and an Economic research paper (yes, they are separate research papers!) but I’ll give the best I can to produce ideas for this blog.

Since our class is tasked on writing a feature article, I’d like to write about the upcoming ONE OK ROCK CONCERT here in Manila. ONE OK ROCK is a Japanese band that just recently signed a music label contract with Warner Bros. US! For Anime fans or film buffs who already watched the Rurouni Kenshin live-action films and watched until the credit parts, then you’ve definitely heard some of their songs because ONE OK ROCK sang the theme song for the three films (The Beginning, Mighty Long Fall and Heartache). Since I’ll be attending the concert (YAAAAY!), I’d like to write a feature article about their FIRST CONCERT here in Manila and how fans reacted to it (I’d like to interview my fellow fans so I can interact and make friends with them).

poster from Philippine One Ok Rockers FB page

or if not, then I'd like to write an article about the Korean chicken restaurant here in Dasmarinas, Cavite. The store is named Yaddlie Chicken and they are located in SM Dasmarinas. Although there are many Korean restaurants and eventually, fast food chains here in the country, I'd like to feature Yaddlie because apart from the fact that it uses a Korean personality who is discovered locally (Korean restaurants usually have Korean celebrities as their endorses, in Yaddlie, they have someone from a segment in Eat Bulaga) and they may seem to have only one branch here in the Philippines (as far as I saw from their FB page). With this, I'd like to do a feature article about them to help boost their popularity as their food is good and affordable. Actually, my brother's fave store in SM is Yaddlie and he's such a picky eater.

poster from Yaddlie Chicken PH FB page

Thank you for reading!

2016!

Hello!

First of all, may we all experience happiness, prosperity, love and a good health this 2016!

To be honest, since it is holiday season, I cannot really think up of any idea because I’m pre-occupied with holiday stuff such as family get-togethers, noche buena and etc. In addition, I am also loaded with case studies, thesis introduction writing and video tutorial.

Anyway, since I don’t really have a particular story or idea to share right now, I will just share to you the anime/manga that I’ve been watching/reading these past few days!

Honestly, there are times when I take a step back and think about writing my own manga or even serializing an anime. I know it’s kinda impossible because we don’t have that kind of industry here in the country. But, what if I’m a manga artist? In Manga, you are not limited to fact. You can go for fiction and even in a higher level of it! There are also times when I wish I wrote or thought of the Mangas I read. I keep asking myself “how do they do that?” since it’s really hard to put up a story that will last for a long period of time. With that, I definitely salute all the writers and the Mangakas with the skill and talent they have and I wish I can be one too someday!!!

Back to the topic, here’s the manga/anime that keeps me busy right now:

source: crunchyroll

GINTAMA

Set in Edo wherein the Samurais are looked down because of the invasion of the aliens called Amanto, Sakata Gintoki, a Samurai who once fought during the Amanto War works in Yorozuya with Shimura Shinpachi and Kagura, an alien from one of the strongest clans. Together, they accept and do odd jobs, neglect paying their rent and following their own “bushido” to protect what they love. (I made my own description for it. hehe) 

Honestly, this is a comedy anime/manga and mostly a parody of other animes/mangas.

What I liked about Gintama is how the good values are still incorporated with each story. 

source: aminoapps

And I must admit, it was hilariously funny whether I watch or read it! I don’t know what’s with the creator but its puns, sometimes nonsense and deadpan jokes and plots are really funny that I can watch it the whole day and never get enough of it. 

In addition, the characters and their names are somehow inspired of either folktales or real-life people. Personally, I cannot pick which is my most favorite character because they are all funny and lovable in their own way. All of them are with crack personalities anyway…even the Shinsengumi guys are so funny, no one’s an antagonist for me. (Did I mention that Elizabeth is a cutie? Hehe and to be honest, my crush would be Hijikata…although he’s a chain smoker and has an excessive love for mayonnaise)

So, here are the top funniest Gintama scenes (in my opinion)!

“IT’S HELP ME”

I know that the jokes makes no sense…but anyway, they are really funny especially Kagura’s cute voice so here you go!

“KATSURAP”

Just watch this please. I cannot explain how funny this is for me. This is life. HAHAHA

HIJIKATA AND THE MAYONNAISE FACTORY

My anime crush is embarrassing When reality hits you hard…

KATO-KEN SAMBA!!!

I cannot, Kagura. You are sooo cute!

GINCHAN

Oh Ginchan, you’re Doraemon cover is the fairest of them all...

So, there you go! I hope you find it funny too! Hehehe or at least, it made you smile even for a bit.

Thank you for reading!

ANIME-TED

Hello everyone!

Happy New Year!

And since this is the start of 2016, I would like to post my idea about a documentary that I would like to do if I ever got the chance to do so.

This documentary is about the life of an Otaku --- someone who has a deep interest in Japanese pop culture (especially Anime). This interests me so much because they have adapted their interests into their lifestyle---thus there are some elements to them that are not similar with other types of subcultures or lifestyle.

source: launtisu.devianart.com

I also want to focus on how they started being a fan, what made them to be a fan, when was the time they started incorporating this interest in their lifestyle and what are they getting from it (advantages, disadvantages). I would also like to see their social circle, the interaction happening between them and how they behave outside their circle. If lucky, I would like to accompany them in a cosplay event or any gatherings to see other fellow 

Otakus. In addition, I’ll also get the perspective of experts about the topic.

This documentary aims to give an opportunity for these fans to be heard and understood especially by critics. In all honesty, liking Anime at an age when you’re no longer a kid is sometimes looked upon as childish and immature. Moreover, having a vast information about the culture sometimes labels them as weirdos, geeks and etc.

I would like to do a documentary that will let the audiences especially the critics to see that this lifestyle is a preference but not a way to destruct their future. These fans are fans for some reasons and treating them equal should be kept in mind. I would like this documentary to uplift the morale of those who are in fandoms and those who are just following their love and passion in life.

Indeed. Source: quotesgram.com

That’s all.

Thank you for reading!

FAN GIRL CHRISTMAS

Merry Christmas!

Christmas is just around the corner so I would like to greet you in advance. Moreover, I’m the type who stays offline during Christmas because I’ll be busy eating. Hahaha.

Anyway, I have this new idea in mind. This is not really new actually, I’ve been thinking about this since I heard EXO’s The First Snow years ago. The group didn’t actually released a music video for that song so I just kind of made my own music video in my mind.

I like the song because the lyrics are just sad. And listening to the instrumental arrangement of it makes me picture a snowy park with a very melancholic mood. At first, I thought it was a sweet love song but when I searched for the translation, my heart was broken. I don’t know if I understood it well but the song is about a guy who remembers his ex-girlfriend during Christmas, and he imagines that if he ever see his girlfriend during that time, he would greet her and ask her how she’s doing. In addition, he also sorry for the pain they both felt and I think he’s still pained by it.

Here's a lyrics video with translation:

I know this is a typical story but damn, my tear ducts are buying it. I don’t know if it’s the tune or Luhan’s voice (his voice is sooo gentle, he’s angelic and almost perfect. like how can you break up with that kind of person?) but one of the main reasons is the definitely the lyrics…

how can a guy just stand there pretending to look okay and just greet the girl a merry Christmas and trying not to cry in front of her and just basically not having the guts to move and hug her or reconcile with her.

A guy who’s trying to be happy for the girl and keeping his distance and its Christmas, he’s all alone, it’s snowing and there are many things in his mind but all he could say were hello, I’m sorry, Merry Christmas and how are you?

This is pure torture for me. T____T

Anyway, my idea for this song’s music video (Although it’s really impossible especially for the EXO-M version, because 3 out of 6 just left the group. Another torture for me.) is the first scene will show a beautiful park and scenes of the singing member of the group like (how can I elaborate this well…) uhm, it will look like he’s singing in front of the camera like he’s recording it while the other members are having fun with kids at the park, sitting at the bench holding a gift, trying out sidewalk food and just basically doing happy stuff.

Then the people around them will starting moving backwards and suddenly, they will stop and the members of the group starts roaming around the area. They will try to make the people move again and then they will pass by the places he and his someone special used to go to. While remembering the past, they’ll momentarily stop and relinquish the memories until the snowing began. They will continue to walk until they came into a halt when each one of them will cross their paths with their ex-girlfriends.

The people around the area will start moving again, they will be happier because of the snow. It will show the contrast between them and the members’ situation. Then, there will be a close up shot to the now, on the verge of tears members and will try to say something but their voice won’t come out. There will also be a great distance between them and their girls.

More snow will come down and there will just be one member who will be the focus and say

“Hi, Merry Christmas, How are you?”

And the girl will just nod and smile shyly. They will just stare at each other until the guy notices the ring around the girl’s finger. So he’ll just smile and walk away. The rest of the members will also just smile and just go on with their previous activity with a light feeling that finally, their minds will be put to peace after seeing that their loved one is okay…and that is enough to make them happy. The ending scene will be one of the members in a close up shot, smiling but with definitely sad eyes.

So basically, the story will be about these young men having some me-time at the park and doing some stuff to entertain their selves. Then, their world will stop upon remembering the memories of him and his ex that were created on that park. So, in order to go back to his senses, he searched within the park only to find out that his ex was there but is already taken, so he went away and realized that he should go on, forget the past and just be happy for the girl. My earlier explanation was how this story will be executed on the camera. So it means that when the people stopped moving, it symbolizes the thoughts of the members that stopped due to remembering the past. Another symbolism is when the members went around the part, which is basically them searching inside their selves on what seems to be wrong with their system. And finally, the people started moving again means that the members are back to their senses and reality. 

I followed the lyrics with this one. And I think if the cinematography and the setting (I can picture a light, pastel like color for this) is good, then I can definitely present my idea in a much better way. It’s honestly hard to describe this idea because it’s a series of cut scenes and etc. And I followed the basic boy group videos that caters to the fan girl feels. Although I was thinking of playing around, the song is just really sweet and boy band type so I think the highly figurative or experimental themes will fit the song.  

So there. I know this might sound simple and I sound too carried away by the song. New Year is coming so I hope along with that is my improvement in writing and concocting ideas. 

Wish me luck. Haha

Thank you for reading!