"I had to face what I made on my own" - Aina
--Please tell me how you feel listening to each other's songs.
Aina: My Father really likes Ging Nang Boyz "Yoru Ouji to Tsuki no Hime", so it's really exciting to hear how it turned out. After listening to it, I told Chicchi that the beautiful part of the song has become even more beautiful. Only Chicchi can create this kind of atmosphere. Does the color change so much from the original song in the cover? I think so.
--For sure, there is the feeling of a unique atmosphere with Chicchi-san.
Aina: Lately, Chicchi isn't just cool. She isn't beautiful or ethereal either. She just feels like "Chicchi" (laughs). While collaborating with Legal Lilly, I felt like they were on the same wavelength. It was like Chicchi was no longer 1 person. I've listened to the song over and over imagining various things.
--Chicchi-san, what did you think after listening to Aina-san's "Kienaide"?
Chicchi: I knew the original song. However, I think it's different with this sound source. This kind of instrumentation changes it so much. But more than anything, I see a side of Aina I've never seen before in BiSH. It was thrilling to feel Ainia as she truly is, like she's naked.
Aina: I've seen it many times when I'm in the bath (laughs).
Chicchi: I haven't seen it for a while (laughs).
Aina: That's right. It's been about 3 yrs. since I was completely naked.
(*When Chicchi is talking about Aina in the earlier sentence, the literal translation is "naked". I thought "bare her soul" would sound better, but then Aina makes the joke and I decided it made sense to go with the literal version, lol)
--In that sense, Chicchi has also become naked with this release, and revealing the most important part of herself. Did you resist that urge?
Chicchi: I had no hesitation. I decided to put all of my love into it. It would have been useless to be cautious. For people who like Ging Nang Boyz, they're very special to them, so I would die if I did it half way. I put so much emotion into this.
--Aina-san, you also mentioned you had no hesitation when you began this project.
Aina: None at all. From the time I started this, I felt I wanted to do it from the bottom of my heart.
I had to face what I made all on my own. I listened to everyone's opinion, and decided I had to do it myself. Because it was the first time, it was really fun.
(*The second sentence was a bit difficult. The word Aina uses is "Mukiau" which means "Face, confront, approach" I'm still not sure the best way to phrase it, so I went with this. Maybe because she had the help of a producer, but the entire paragraph keeps talking about her doing it on her own)
"The balance between these 2 people is miraculous" - Chicchi
--In conclusion, regarding the activities in BiSH, I would like to ask your opinion of each others roles.
Chicchi: I think I see Aina as someone who isn't affected by her surroundings. She follows her own path, and feels like she doesn things naturally without forcing it.
Aina: When you put it that way, I think I can be Aina the End because Chicchi is there. Of course, since Chicchi is the Axis of BiSH's songs, every member can do whatever they like. However, even thought Chicchi is the axis of BiSH, I think that she has changed allot.
--What do you mean?
Aina: Early on, the image of a clear, transparent voice was strong. Then there was an astonishing change. Now, she has a cool voice that comes from her core. She works very hard towards whatever goal is in front of her.
(*The world Aina uses to describe Chicchi's voice in the first sentence is "Tomei". It means transparent, clear, etc. Something that isn't hidden. I couldn't really think of a better option, so I just when with both clear and transparent. In addition, Aina uses "Gamushyara" in the second sentence. It refers to somewhat of a single minded approach to pursuing ones goals, but I wasn't sure the best way to phrase it since saying Chicchi is single minded could have a negative connotation)
Chicchi: I'd say I think I've definitely changed.
Aina: It depends on the day as well. The tone and feeling of her voice changes based on the tension of the day.
Chicchi: That's right. Sato-san from the Live Production said something like "If you're not feeling well, BiSH's morale falls" and "When your tone is good, everyone else's gets better" (laughs).
--Is it a burden for Chicchi-san to bear the responsibility of being the axis of the group?
Chicchi: I haven't felt any pressure at all. I just want to sing, so when I'm singing, I always enjoy it.
--How do you see each other as Vocalists? I think you have different personalities.
Chicchi: Ever since I met Aina, I've thought her voice is wonderful. I don't have a unique voice, so I think Aina's is great. Was it strong from birth?
--I think Chicchi-san's singing voice is also very strong.
Aina: I think so too. It feels really good when I sing after Chicchi. I absorb her singing into my body, and I feel like I can capture her flow when I follow her. That's why it's impossible without her (laughs). There was a time when Chicchi was away from BiSH, and I cried everyday. I can't even think of losing her. She's the most important person.
--You have a good influence on each other.
Chicchi: I can't imagine Aina not being here. I hear "The contrast of these 2 voices is good" said allot, so I think there's a miraculous balance between us. I'm scared to think about not having this (laughs).
--I think we've seen new charms from the two of you with these solo releases. Do you have plans for your next work?
Chicchi: It hasn't been decided at the moment. You can listen to the songs by Aina and myself, but there are 6 members in BiSH, and I think each one is different from the other. This was allot of fun, so if there's an opportunity to do it again, I think I'll take it!
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