On December 6, the date of her 2000 debut, J-pop diva Kumi Koda kicked off celebrations of her 25th anniversary year. Her first ever domestic dinner show tour, titled KODA KUMI 25th Anniversary Love & Songs, had already begun on December 1, and now she has revealed a new 25th anniversary artist photo along with the surprise release of a brand new song.
This first new 25th anniversary song “This weekend” is also the theme song for Koda’s first GEMCEREY commercial in 17 years. The R&B-flavored track sings of a woman’s growing feelings and expectations for her boyfriend, with lyrics that translate as “Maybe he’ll confess his feelings by this weekend” and “Maybe something will happen this weekend”. The stylish cover artwork was also revealed, showing Koda clad in glittering jewelry.
GEMCEREY × Kumi Koda special website
https://gemcerey.jp/pages/gemcerey-kodakumi-collection
As another part of this quarter-century celebration, Koda’s first ever feature-length documentary KODA KUMI 25th Anniversary Documentary Film “walk” was shown for two days only in Tokyo, on December 6 at United Cinema Toyosu and December 7 at United Cinema Aqua City Odaiba.
Download and streaming links: https://kodakumi.lnk.to/Thisweekend
KODA KUMI – This weekend (MV)
The documentary focuses on the J-pop star behind the scenes, as she overcomes challenging experiences, hardships, accidents and other trials in the years following her debut. It mainly looks back on her current tour, featuring special interviews with her closest staff members and Koda herself. The story unfolds alongside tons of behind-the-scenes and live footage, making it an unmissable film.
Additionally, at the nearby Tokyo venue Kiranah Garden Toyosu, a special 25th anniversary event was held on December 6 titled CLUB KODA, filled with Kumi Koda’s visuals and music as a huge thank you to her fans.
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