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.
Whatchu Waitin' On?
倖田來未 Lyrics
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Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Summer the party I'm 行くよ
あまりにも lose control
周りが心配してもさぁ let me go
準備はできたね Go!! ...
You do your thang
Rollin' in that bling bling
熱くほてる汗
振り乱しちゃって Chu
Only me and you!! you!!
I feeling なの good!! good!!
Whatcha gon' do
Falling love
Dance me round the floor
もうイイなんて言わないで
I say falling love
とろけそうよ sugar sugar sugar
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
水着のカラーも feeling good
Lip glossも feeling good
夏のfloorは 私 以外は
don't feeling good
Bodyは shake shake!!
気分は Age Age Go!! ...
We run this here
Rollin' in that bling bling
Dream 見せてあげるわ
想像してみて
Me and you me and you
ふたりで whatchu gon' do
Whatcha gon' do
Falling love
Dance me round the floor
もうイイなんて言わないで
I say falling love
とろけそうよ sugar sugar sugar
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Get a little dirty,
get a little dirty with me
Get a little dirty,
get a little dirty with me
Lick me my lip baby,
lick me my lip baby
Lick me my lip baby,
lick me my lip baby
Summer the party
Youもready go
君となら 最高
ハメを外してシャンパン開けよう
見た目も party boyで
準備はできたね Go ...
Falling love
Dance me round the floor
もうイイなんて言わないで
I say falling love
とろけそうよ sugar sugar sugar
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
Whatchu Waitin' On...
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On ...
The song "Whatchu Waitin' On" by 倖田來未 is a lively and energetic track that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the summer party season. The repetitive chorus serves as a rallying cry, urging individuals to take action and not waste any more time. The use of "Whatchu" instead of "What are you" gives the lyrics a more relaxed and colloquial tone.
In the first verse, the singer expresses her readiness to go to a summer party and lose herself in the music and atmosphere. Despite any concerns from those around her, she insists on being able to enjoy herself and be the life of the party. This is reinforced by her description of herself as a "party girl" who is all prepared to go. The phrase "You do your thang, Rollin' in that bling bling" suggests that everyone should embrace their individuality and shine with confidence.
The second verse highlights the excitement and anticipation of being at a summer party. The mention of swimsuits and lip gloss symbolizes feeling good about oneself and being fully prepared. However, the lyrics also indicate a sense of exclusivity, suggesting that only the singer and her partner will truly understand and enjoy the experience together. This exclusive connection is emphasized in the phrase "Only me and you, you!! I feeling na no good!! good!!"
The bridge section introduces a more provocative and sensual tone to the song. The lyrics invite the listener to get a little dirty and adventurous with the singer, while also emphasizing the playfulness of licking lips. This section adds an element of flirtation and seduction to the overall theme of enjoying the summer party to the fullest.
In the final chorus, the singer repeats the chorus, affirming her desire for someone to stop hesitating and take the opportunity to fall in love or indulge in an exciting and passionate experience. The use of the phrase "boy" in the lyrics suggests that the singer is specifically addressing a male, but it can also be interpreted as a general plea for anyone who may be holding back. The repetition of the chorus and the increasing intensity of the music towards the end of the song serve to reinforce the urgency and enthusiasm behind the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Summer the party I'm 行くよ
I'm going to the summer party
あまりにも lose control
Losing control completely
周りが心配してもさぁ let me go
Even if others are worried, let me go
見た目も party girlで
Looking like a party girl
準備はできたね Go!!
I'm ready, let's go!!
You do your thang
You do your thing
Rollin' in that bling bling
Flaunting your bling bling
熱くほてる汗
Sweat that is hot and steamy
振り乱しちゃって Chu
Shaking it up, Chu (kiss sound)
Only me and you!! you!!
Only you and me!! you!!
I feeling なの good!! good!!
I'm feeling so good!! good!!
Whatcha gon' do
What are you going to do
Falling love
Falling in love
Dance me round the floor
Dance with me on the floor
もうイイなんて言わないで
Don't say it's enough anymore
I say falling love
I say falling in love
とろけそうよ sugar sugar sugar
It feels like melting, sugar sugar sugar
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Boy, what are you waiting for
水着のカラーも feeling good
Feeling good about the color of the swimsuit
Lip glossも feeling good
Feeling good about the lip gloss
夏のfloorは 私 以外は
On the summer floor, except me
don't feeling good
Not feeling good
Bodyは shake shake!!
Shake the body!!
気分は Age Age Go!! ...
The mood is Age Age Go!! ...
We run this here
We control this place
Rollin' in that bling bling
Flaunting your bling bling
Dream 見せてあげるわ
I'll show you my dream
想像してみて
Imagine it
Me and you me and you
You and me, you and me
ふたりで whatchu gon' do
What are we going to do together
Get a little dirty,
Let's get a little dirty
get a little dirty with me
get a little dirty with me
Lick me my lip baby,
Lick my lips, baby
lick me my lip baby
lick me my lip baby
Summer the party
The summer party
Youもready go
You are also ready to go
君となら 最高
With you, it's the best
ハメを外してシャンパン開けよう
Let's let loose and open some champagne
見た目も party boyで
Looking like a party boy
準備はできたね Go ...
I'm ready, let's go ...
Get a little dirty,
Let's get a little dirty
get a little dirty with me
Get a little dirty with me
Falling love
Falling in love
Dance me round the floor
Dance with me on the floor
もうイイなんて言わないで
Don't say it's enough anymore
I say falling love
I say falling in love
とろけそうよ sugar sugar sugar
It feels like melting, sugar sugar sugar
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Boy, what are you waiting for
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Boy, what are you waiting for
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Whatchu Waitin' On...
What are you waiting for?
Boy, Whatchu Waitin' On
Boy, what are you waiting for
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: KUMI KODA, DANIEL J PLANTE, MATTHEW TISHLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KODAKUMI_official
【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
@judsaoki4764
Rainhaaaa demais 🇧🇷❤️❤️❤️❤️
@cope5393
妊娠中だったから全身を映さず、上半身だけのPVだよね！そんな大変な中でもこうしてファンのためにも頑張ってくれてるくぅちゃんをこれからもずっと応援し続けます！
@user-qd5hl7mn4e
妊娠中なのに顔浮腫んでないの凄い……さすがくう様😭💓
@edwinaliano9945
Even during pregnancy she managed to do something fun and danceable. I love this song and Beach Mix, such a perfect remix album for summer!
@lucasstar-li6xx
Trop bien la musique 🙂
@user-se8ri1cr5j
リミックス収録で影薄いけど何気に夏ソングの中でもけっこう好き笑
@FrancoSalluzio
Man, this girl has A LOT of MV, right? Love it ❤️
@johnrhogan2908
I remember that she was pregnant when the video was shot. Very energetic and catchy. Kumi's still gorgeous.
@coco88kana528
この曲をぜひliveでもう一度見たい