Performed by Satou Mieko, Nakanishi Yuuka, and Furukawa Airi.

桜、覚えていてくれ (Sakura, oboeteite kure) – Sakura, remember

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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Since the time when we first met
The sky had always been blue
It hadn’t been all sunny days
But for some reason, I don’t remember it raining

All of us together
On the road to our dreams
Giving each other encouragement
As we continued to walk
One after the other
We said goodbye to people
But we did so with a smile
And now, it’s my turn

Sakura, remember
The days before the flowers bloomed…
No matter the pain
Because we were together
We overcame it all
Sakura, remember
My existence…
Believe in the sun
Look up at this tree
Bid goodbye to this blooming season

The weather forecast for the next day
Was always sunny
Even on sad nights, the skies in our hearts
Were full of stars

The way to work hard
The amount we sweated
Everyone competed
With obstinate willpower
Sometimes, we collide
And get on bad terms, but
In the end, we understood
That we share the same destination

Even when the sakura have wilted
The branches still reach out for dreams
Next year, we’ll come here again
Nostalgic friends
You’ll remember us, right?
Even when the sakura have wilted
They will bloom again when spring comes
Are you doing well?
Look up at the sky
And receive courage, goodbye

Sakura, remember
The days before the flowers bloomed…
No matter the pain
Because we were together
We overcame it all
Sakura, remember
My existence…
Believe in the sun
Look up at this tree
Thank you for this blooming season

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Performed by Team E.

音を消したテレビ (Oto wo keshita terebi) – Muted TV

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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Living alone in a 1DK
Is just too silent

As an unfulfilling day ends
I make my way to the nearby convenience store
Buying potato chips and ice cream
I return home with quick steps

As if separating myself from sorrow
I close the room door with a bang, turning the lock
Let me compose myself and cry slowly

First, turn on the TV
Adjust the volume to the lowest
On a boring drama show
That has nothing to do
With my life
On the edge of this world

A half bath in a tub filled with slightly warm water
Wanting to forget the passing of time
When usually, I would sing out loud
Two or three songs

My method of dealing with unhappy times
Lesson 1 I learned from experience
Is not to cry in front of others

Quickly turning on the TV
Adjust the volume to the lowest
On a boring drama show
Don’t want to hear anything
Not even another’s voice
Cutting all ties with the world

Then, I’ll fall sound asleep
And when I wake, later than usual
All the gloomy feelings will be gone
And I can strive on with a refreshed mood

Come, turn on the TV
And turn up the volume
Maybe I’ll watch the morning news
My life
Will continue today
On the edge of this world

On the edge of this world

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Misa’s note:
– 1DK is an acronym for a Japanese one-room apartment with attached dining and kitchen area.

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Performed by Team KII.

今夜はJoin us！ (Konya wa Join us!) – Join us tonight!

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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Putting on the dress I borrowed from Mama
I somehow felt like I’ve become an adult
Tonight, I’m different from how I usually am
Would you notice it if we happen to meet?

It’s a crowd
At the party venue, I’m nervous
Beautiful girls
Block my way, just like obstacles
I feel like crying

Join us!
Come over here
Into my dreams, come here of your own accord
Prom night!
Make way
I’ve always always been waiting for you
Grab my arm
And pull me into
Love’s hour

The rumored couple in school
Are kissing, as if wanting to be seen
Since yesterday, everyone’s changed
Is tonight the end of the world?

Unable to confess
We stay as friends
Caught in turmoil
If I can just dance with you once
I’ll be happy

Join us!
Come over here
My body rides on the Motown rhythm, carried away
Happy time!
It’s so magical
I feel like I’m being reeled in by invisible threads
Into your arms
And you were there
To catch me

Join us!
Come over here
Into my dreams, come here of your own accord
Prom night!
Make way
I’ve always always been waiting for you
Grab my arm
And pull me into
Love’s hour

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Performed by Team S.

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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The fluorescent lights on the rotting ceiling
Short out
Reality and illusion flicker
On the walls

The obsolete factory
What had it been making till now?
Solidified machine oil
Like stained black tears

The world is
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Everything is dirtied
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Even truth is buried
But we can’t give up
Surviving while smeared with lies
Even though it’s unpleasantly stained
Love is still there

On the floor, countless footprints
And drainage holes
Murky water dripping
From a nearby pipe

Just as if we’re dreaming
Painful sorrow is created
Trash that cannot be disposed
Deserted pain and shadows

We are
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Everyone is in despair, but
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
The FUTURE is not dirty
So let us start over once again
While spreading detergent on the past
That side that was once disdained
Let’s polish it with love

Clean up from here! Sweat it!
WOW WOW WOW…
Clean up now! A brand new start!

The world is
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Everything is dirtied
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Even truth is buried
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
Everyone is in despair, but
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY
The FUTURE is not dirty
So let us start over once again
While spreading detergent on the past
That side that was once disdained
Let’s polish it with love

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Performed by DOCUMENTARY of SKE48.

僕は知っている (Boku wa shitteiru) – I know

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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When I look at the clear blue sky
Why is it
That I’ll always
Think of you?

Are you drenched in sorrow?
Those cloudy troubles
Have they disappeared for you?

Near (your dreams)
The wind (is strong)
It’s not always sunny days

I know
How hard you strive…
The obstacles you’ve overcome…
But the upward slope
Still continues on
You won’t admit defeat
As I watch over you from here

The backs of those seniors
Who are running
Ahead of you
You’ll be able to see them soon

Do you talk to your comrades?
When you’re feeling bitter
Do you let them know?

The goal (of your dreams)
You can’t (go at it alone)
Let’s share the joy!

I know
That regret you feel…
Even the tears you hide…
So someday
I hope you will be rewarded
Your future smile
I’ll pray for it here

I wonder again and again
Just what can I do
For you?

I know
How hard you strive…
The obstacles you’ve overcome…
But the upward slope
Still continues on
You and your comrades’
Dreams will come true
And you will smile. Until that day comes
We will wait

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コケティッシュ渋滞中 (Koketisshu juutaijuu) – In a coquettish jam

from Coquettish juutaijuu single.

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Those new clothes suit you so well
Maybe it’s because you’d let down your hair
Street corner runway, you wave your hand
At the pedestrian crossing

April’s wind (If it blows)
Girls (every single one)
Will be reborn (as adults)
As if spring’s magic had been wrought
They somehow appear more dazzling than yesterday

Coquettish
Caught in your jam
Everyone is charmed
(Rooted to the spot)
You’re cute
My heart is stolen
His and mine
Our feet halt
For you, pheromone girl

Green man, people mill back and forth
Every time you turn to me
Even though you’re not my girlfriend
I feel so proud

Since long ago (I know you well)
We were childhood pals (like siblings)
I was surprised (thought I was mistaken)
It’s been so long since I saw you
And before I knew it, I’m in love

Coquettish
I’m caught in a jam
Can’t move now
(From here)
You’re beautiful
But I can’t say that
Even though I’m by your side
I make no progress
Just your friend, a boy

Coquettish
Caught in your jam
Everyone is charmed
(Rooted to the spot)
You’re cute
My heart is stolen
His and mine
Our feet halt
For you, pheromone girl

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