After 10 years, she became one of the best-selling artists of the decade and one of the most popular and influential artists in Japan.
Koda officially debuted with the single TAKE BACK in December 2000.
In 2002, after the release of several singles, she released her first studio album affection, which charted at #12.
Some success came her way when she was asked to do the main songs for the video game, "Final Fantasy X-2", with real Emotion/1000の言葉 (1000 words), Koda also provided the voice for the character Lenne in the Japanese version of the game as well as the character, "Yuna's", opening sequence dance via motion capture. The single proved to be a success, debuting at #3 and becoming Koda's first release to enter the top ten. It sold 282,734 copies and became the #24th highest-selling single of 2003. A few weeks later, Koda released her second studio album, grow into one, which debuting at #9.
In 2004, Koda released three more singles before the release of her 3rd studio album, feel my mind which again showed Koda's determinated progress, charting at #7.
From here on, Koda's success increased and her popularity rose with the release of her 11th single, a cover of 1970's anime opening, キューティーハニー, debuted at #4. This single also marked the start of Koda's to be trademark, new style: "ero-kakoii" (or "ero-Kawaii") which roughly translates as: "sexy-cool" or "sexy-cute". Koda's fourth album secret was released in February 2005. The album debuted #3 with 505,600 copie sold, making it the #22 album of 2005.
With Koda's popularity reaching new heights, she held her first live show, "secret ~FIRST CLASS LIMITED LIVE~", (later becoming one of the top 10 selling DVDs in Japan) and released her sixteenth single, Butterfly. Debuting at #2, it became her highest charting single of her career to date and was very well received by the Japanese public. Following this success, she released her first best-of compilation, BEST ~first things~. This is the album which is said to have skyrocketed her career, reaching #1 on the weekly charts and selling 1,207,793 copies, making it the #6 album of the year and the highest selling female album of 2005.
In December 2005, Koda Kumi began her 12 Singles Project in which she released one single each week for twelve consecutive weeks. The first single, you, became Koda's first ever #1 single. Each of the remaining singles from the project charted in the top five of the weekly singles chart. The success of the project was celebrated with the release of Koda's second best-of compilation album BEST ~second session~ which sold over a million copies in just over a week. It became the #2 album of 2006 with 1,768,628 copies sold. During this time, Kumi also won the 47th Nihon Record Taishō (best award prize in Japan) with Butterfly.
Her 30th single, 恋のつぼみ, the first single to be released since the 12 singles project, was released in May 2006 and debuted at #2 with 140,000 copies sold. The track became one of the most downloaded single of the year, with more than 2 millions legal downloads in just a few weeks. After the release of several successful singles, including 4 hot wave (a maxi summer single) and 夢のうた, which had become her #1 and #2 best selling singles with more than 300,000 copies sold, Koda released her fifth studio album, Black Cherry which remained at the #1 position for four weeks, selling more than 1 million copies. By the end of 2006, both BEST ~first things~ & BEST ~second session~ had nearly sold two million copies. Koda Kumi became the highest selling female artist of the year.
In 2007, Koda Kumi released several singles including 愛のうた, which became one of the most sung songs in Karaoke and one of the biggest hits from Koda’s discography. On the December 21st 2007, Koda Kumi became the seventh Japanese female artist to hold a solo concert at Tokyo Dome. During the concert, she celebrated the 7th year anniversary since her debut in front of 35,000 fans. By the end of the year, Kumi became, for the 2nd time running, the highest selling female artist of the year.
In January 2008, during the promotion of her 6th album, Kingdom, Kumi appeared as a guest on TBS radio show, "All Night Nippon". During which Koda mentioned her manager had recently got married and that she had asked her manager, "whether or not they would have children". When her manager replied that they wouldn't for the time being, Koda responded with her opinion that they ought to have children as soon as possible, as, "when women are around 35 years old their amniotic fluids go bad."
The comment was deemed so offensive that many radio shows and newspapers received angry complaints from women around the country. Koda's official website was shut down, along with endorser websites featuring her. Despite the public backlash, the album reached #1 on the Oricon charts for two weeks, selling over 600,000 copies.
4 months later, Koda made a return to the market with Moon Crying. Through the song, Koda expressed her real feelings and her apologies. The song quickly became a success and Koda was able to make a return to performing her songs on TV and radio. Shortly after the release of her 40th single, Koda released the upbeat single TABOO (to become one of the most popular song with her overseas fan-base) as well as the winter ballad single stay with me (which reached 2,000,000 downloads in few weeks) before the release of her 7th album : TRICK, which topped the Oricon Charts at #1 for 2 consecutive weeks.
In 2010, Koda celebrated the 10th anniversary of career beginnings, making it know that she wished to make the year special for her fans, the first project of the year was the release of her 8th album, UNIVERSE, coupled with a best album containing the biggest hits from her 2006~2008 works. During the year, she released several singles, including Lollipop & 好きで、好きで、好きで。, the later became her biggest digital success since 2008. She later released her first cover album, ETERNITY ~Love & Songs~, and held her first Stadium Tour in Summer 2010. In December, 2010, Koda Kumi hold a special concert in Tokyo Dome, for the 2nd time, in order to close the first chapter of her career with her fans.
Koda released her ninth studio album named Dejavu in March 2011. Shortly after its release, the singer started her national tour. Although Koda decided to perform in hall in order to be closer to her fans, this live tour is so far her longest tour to date with 72 dates from April to October.
Koda's 50th single was released August 2011 titled 4 TIMES. It included 4 songs as well as 4 music videos (first time since Summer 2006). The main song of the single is Poppin' love cocktail feat.TEEDA, a summer song produced by the pop rock band BACK-ON. The same year, she released 2 more singles where Koda shows the sexiest image of herself. In November 2011, Koda performed in Singapore for Mnet Asian Music Awards. She was the only Japanese star to perform and won the "Hottest Asian Artist" award. Koda's tenth album album was announced on December for a release in the beginning of 2012. Entitled , JAPONESQUE, the album includes a music video for each song, 17 in total. In the same time, Koda surprised everyone by writing on her official site that she is engaged to Kenji03 from BACK-ON. She announced her wedding by the end of the year. Few days after, Koda also confessed that she was 8 weeks pregnant.
HOTEL
倖田來未 Lyrics
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スパークしたいなら 要 check it
魅惑の夏に you check in
One check one two one two
One check
What's up for you
すべて揃えたこのスペース
You coming here
Drinking my シャンパン all night
Chilling on the couch
Using my anytime
見た事のない
Summer time only one
「ごゆっくり playing my」
Hey! You know
Wonderful 24h
「いつでも気軽に please phone 'course」
一瞬で to be free
Birds sing and morning call
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
You! Welcome hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
You! Welcome hotel
ここで dream for you,
Dream for you
Right now
Right now
暑い夏の扉 今すぐ knock
ここにしかないサービス top
Knock knock
オーダーなら なんなりと
「I want 素敵な boys 即!」
You coming here drinking my
シャンパン all night
Chilling on the couch
Using my anytime
見た事のない
Summer time only one
「ごゆっくり playing my」
Hey! You know
Wonderful 24h
「いつでも気軽に
Please phone 'course」
一瞬で to be free
Birds sing and morning call
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
You! Welcome hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
You! Welcome hotel
ここで dream for you,
Dream for you,
Right now
あなたが見つけた never land
私たちだけの secret
あなたが探す never land
この楽園は never end
一瞬で to be free
Birds sing and morning call
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
You! Welcome hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
You! Welcome hotel
ここで dream for you,
Dream for you,
Right now
一瞬で to be free
Birds sing and morning call
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
You! Welcome hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
You! Welcome hotel
ここで dream for you,
Dream for you, right now
The lyrics of 倖田來未's song HOTEL depict a vibrant and exhilarating scene, setting the tone for an enticing summer experience. The opening lines convey a sense of excitement and a desire to spark something new. The imagery of checking into a captivating summer is presented, inviting the listener to immerse themselves in the atmosphere. The repetition of phrases like "One check one two one two" and "What's up for you" adds to the energetic and engaging nature of the song.
As the lyrics progress, the setting shifts to a luxurious and relaxed ambiance, with references to drinking champagne all night and chilling on the couch. The mention of an unseen summer time and the notion of "playing" evoke a carefree and enjoyable vibe. The lyrics suggest the concept of a 24-hour wonderland where one can indulge and luxuriate in the pleasures of the moment.
The chorus emphasizes the idea of freedom and indulgence, with mentions of birds singing, morning calls, and a touch of sexy magic. The portrayal of a new world where everyone can shine and bask in the beauty of the surroundings is highlighted. The repetition of the phrase "You! Welcome hotel" serves as an invitation to embrace the euphoric experience and dream freely within this paradise-like setting.
The bridge brings a sense of intimacy and exclusivity, with references to a "never land" that is a secret shared only by the individual and their companion. The lyrics convey a sense of limitless exploration and delight within this haven, where the enjoyment never ceases. The repetition of the message to be free and the allusions to magic further accentuate the dream-like quality of the environment portrayed in the song.
In the final verses, the lyrics reinforce the theme of freedom and invigoration, with celebratory references to singing birds, morning calls, and the allure of a new world filled with opportunities for everyone to shine. The repeated invitation to "Welcome hotel" and the emphasis on dreaming encapsulate the essence of this magical realm, urging the listener to fully embrace the experience and revel in the moment. The song ultimately conveys a sense of joy, liberation, and endless possibilities within the enchanting confines of the "hotel" that offers a sanctuary for dreams to unfold.
Line by Line Meaning
Trippin' and
Feeling high and
スパークしたいなら 要 check it
If you want to spark, you need to check it out
魅惑の夏に you check in
You check into the enchanting summer
One check one two one two
One check, one two, one two
One check
One check
What's up for you
What's going on with you
すべて揃えたこのスペース
This space has everything ready
You coming here
You're coming here
Drinking my シャンパン all night
Drinking my champagne all night
Chilling on the couch
Relaxing on the couch
Using my anytime
Enjoying my hospitality anytime
見た事のない
Never seen before
Summer time only one
Only one summer time
「ごゆっくり playing my」
Take it easy, playing mine
Hey! You know
Hey! You know
Wonderful 24h
Fantastic 24 hours
「いつでも気軽に please phone 'course」
Feel free to call anytime, of course
一瞬で to be free
In an instant, to be free
Birds sing and morning call
Birds singing and the morning calling
And sexy magic 1.2.3
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
Everyone can shine in this new world
You! Welcome hotel
You! Welcome to the hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
Checking into paradise like I do
ここで dream for you,
Dream here for you
Dream for you
Dream for you
Right now
Right now
暑い夏の扉 今すぐ knock
Knock on the door of hot summer right now
ここにしかないサービス top
Only here, top-notch service
Knock knock
Knock knock
オーダーなら なんなりと
Order whatever you want
「I want 素敵な boys 即!」
I want lovely boys right now
あなたが見つけた never land
The Neverland you discovered
私たちだけの secret
Our secret only
あなたが探す never land
The Neverland you seek
この楽園は never end
This paradise never ends
You! Welcome hotel
You! Welcome to the hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
Checking into paradise like I do
ここで dream for you,
Dream here for you
一瞬で to be free
In an instant, to be free
Birds sing and morning call
Birds singing and the morning calling
And sexy magic 1.2.3
And sexy magic 1.2.3
誰もが輝ける new world
Everyone can shine in this new world
You! Welcome hotel
You! Welcome to the hotel
楽園に checking in like I do
Checking into paradise like I do
ここで dream for you,
Dream here for you
Dream for you, right now
Dream for you, right now
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kumi Koda, H.U.B., Ylva Dimberg, Didrik Stig Erland Thott, Sebastian Axel Fredrik Thott
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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倖田來未の凄いところは、メイクで表情や顔が変化するし、声を曲によって変化させてるとこ。変幻自在な歌手って日本のなかでは唯一の存在だと思う。
引退した安室ちゃんも凄かったけど、カッコいい曲や可愛い曲に対して安室ちゃんっぽさが強くて歌への変化は少なかった気がする。それはあくまで安室ちゃんというブランドな感じで…（語彙力無さすぎw）曲が安室ちゃんの良さを出してるイメージと考えていただけたら、、（めちゃくちゃ安室ちゃん大好きっこですww）
倖田來未はどちらかいうと、安室ちゃんとは違い倖田來未が曲のイメージに合わせて、歌い方から表情意識してるからこそ倖田來未というブランドではなく曲の良さを出したり、倖田來未自身が曲に対して楽しんでるイメージがある。
ベクトルは違うけど、安室ちゃんが引退して歌手として日本を引っ張って欲しい歌手の1人として個人的には倖田來未推してます。
あと倖田來未もう少し評価高いはずなんですけど、やはり話し方のイメージがあんまりだからですかね…
もう少し倖田來未に興味持って欲しいです！！
倖田來未
【20周年イヤー記念スペシャル ＜MVフル尺大公開＞】
KODA KUMI（倖田來未）の20周年イヤーを記念し、
これまでの楽曲のリリース日に合わせて、MVのフル尺を大公開！
今だに進化し続ける国内トップのパーフォーマーKODA KUMI（倖田來未）
20年間を振り返りながらお楽しみください
ta kuma
髪型、衣装、ビジュアル好きすぎる
Ryuka R
服も歌も髪も全部がめっちゃ好き❤️❤️❤️
Edwin Aliano
I love HOTEL. It has such a good vibe and she looks stunning in the MV.
Franco Salluzio
This song is soooo good and she is Sooooooo beautiful ❤️
ゆぅ〜
この曲やEXTAPEとか海外リゾート感のあるMVは暑ささえ心地良い爽やかな夏を感じられてめちゃくちゃ好き
倖田組ダイキ 다이키
またライブで聴きたい曲！
みんなで手掲げたい🙌🙌
Vasilii Hellsing
Love HOTEL, so fun & catchy ❤️ Kuu looks so damn fine with that hair. 😍 #Kuueen of Summer 👑☀️
kiki
くぅちゃん の夏の曲にハズレなし‼️🌴💚
a_
HOTEL 待ってた！この曲夏にピッタリ💖