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== Song Information == | == Song Information == | ||
[[Image:B4U.png|thumb|B4U's jacket.]] | [[Image:B4U.png|thumb|B4U's jacket.]] | ||
Artist: NAOKI<br> | Artist: NAOKI<br> | ||
Composition/Arrangement: [[Naoki Maeda|NAOKI MAEDA]]<br> | Composition/Arrangement: [[Naoki Maeda|NAOKI MAEDA]]<br> | ||
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Length: 1:37<br> | Length: 1:37<br> | ||
Genre: SPEED RAVE<br> | Genre: SPEED RAVE<br> | ||
Movie: [[Gyo Eguchi|VJ GYO]]<br> | |||
First Music Game Appearance: [[AC DDR 4th|DanceDanceRevolution 4thMIX]]<br> | First Music Game Appearance: [[AC DDR 4th|DanceDanceRevolution 4thMIX]]<br> | ||
Other Music Game Appearances: | Other Music Game Appearances: | ||
* [[AC 4th style|beatmania IIDX 4th style]] | * [[AC 4th style|beatmania IIDX 4th style]] | ||
* Dance Maniax 2ndMIX append | * [[AC DMX 2nd append JPARADISE|Dance Maniax 2ndMIX append JPARADISE]] | ||
== Lyrics == | == Lyrics == | ||
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* B4U is one of the songs featured in [[DDR MEGAMIX]], from [[AC pnm 10|pop'n music 10]]. | * B4U is one of the songs featured in [[DDR MEGAMIX]], from [[AC pnm 10|pop'n music 10]]. | ||
* A remix of B4U with different lyrics and vocals by [[Yoshitaka Nishimura|DJ YOSHITAKA with Michael a la mode]], titled [[B4U(BEMANI FOR YOU MIX)]], can be found in [[AC EMPRESS|beatmania IIDX 16 EMPRESS]]. | * A remix of B4U with different lyrics and vocals by [[Yoshitaka Nishimura|DJ YOSHITAKA with Michael a la mode]], titled [[B4U(BEMANI FOR YOU MIX)]], can be found in [[AC EMPRESS|beatmania IIDX 16 EMPRESS]]. | ||
* Another remix of B4U by NAOKI presents WORLD WIDE STYLE, titled [[B4U (The Acolyte mix)]], | * Another remix of B4U by NAOKI presents WORLD WIDE STYLE, titled [[B4U (The Acolyte mix)]], was available in the ''KONAMI♪MUSICフル'' service. | ||
** A short version of B4U (The Acolyte mix) can be found in the American and European releases of [[CS DDR HOTTEST PARTY|DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY]]. The artist was changed to J-RAVERS. | ** A short version of B4U (The Acolyte mix) can be found in the American and European releases of [[CS DDR HOTTEST PARTY|DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY]]. The artist was changed to J-RAVERS. | ||
* A related song to B4U, titled ''R4U'', appears in Feline Groove's ''Rave:Slave 2019'' album, alongside [[Hiroshi Watanabe (Cranky)|Cranky]]. | |||
** A short version of R4U appears in UNLIMITED STUDiO's rhythm game ''SEVEN'S CODE''. | |||
** Despite the title, R4U is based more on ''Party 4U'', a Cranky Be-Music Source song. | |||
** A spiritual sequel to B4U based on R4U, titled ''BU-44'', appears in ''StepManiaX''. | |||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
{{Gallery}} | {{Gallery}} | ||
* According to | * According to NAOKI, B4U is how he wished [[BRILLIANT 2U]] to sound like [https://web.archive.org/web/20130324025759fw_/http://www.konami.jp/bemani/ddr/jp/am/extreme/ddr_new/1016.html]. | ||
* According to | * According to B4U glorious style's staff comments, the gold robot in B4U's DanceDanceRevolution background was designed by Eiichi Yoshioka [https://web.archive.org/web/20070718091950fw_/http://www.konami.jp/bemani/ddr/jp/am/ddr5th/pic/b4ulong.html]. | ||
* B4U received a slightly modified video in [[AC 7th style|beatmania IIDX 7th style]]. | * B4U is the only DanceDanceRevolution original song crossed over to the Dance Maniax series. | ||
* B4U is one of [[Noria Shiraishi]]'s favorite DanceDanceRevolution songs [https://web.archive.org/web/20070527110608/http://www.konami.jp/am/AM/DDR_ad/v_report4.html]. | |||
* B4U received a slightly modified video in [[AC 7th style|beatmania IIDX 7th style]], which improved [[Mika]] and [[Yuri]]'s facial textures, and included new intense effects [https://web.archive.org/web/20150507131328fw_/http://www.konami.jp/am/bm2dx/bm2dx7/qanda_1st.html]. | |||
** Some elements from this video were used with its original beatmania IIDX 4th style video in [[CS 6th style|beatmania IIDX 6th style -new songs collection-]]. | |||
* B4U received a new BEGINNER chart in [[AC IIDX RED|beatmania IIDX 11 IIDX RED]]. | * B4U received a new BEGINNER chart in [[AC IIDX RED|beatmania IIDX 11 IIDX RED]]. | ||
** This chart was removed in [[AC HAPPY SKY|beatmania IIDX 12 HAPPY SKY]]. | ** This chart was removed in [[AC HAPPY SKY|beatmania IIDX 12 HAPPY SKY]]. | ||
* On the ''DanceDanceRevolution Party Collection ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK'' booklet, Aaron G is | * On the ''DanceDanceRevolution Party Collection ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK'' booklet, Aaron G is misspelled as '''AARONG G'''. | ||
* B4U received a Double BEGINNER chart in [[CS DDR ULTRAMIX2|DanceDanceRevolution ULTRAMIX2]]. | * B4U received a Double BEGINNER chart in [[CS DDR ULTRAMIX2|DanceDanceRevolution ULTRAMIX2]]. | ||
* B4U received a unique video in [[CS DDR Disney Channel EDITION|DanceDanceRevolution Disney Channel EDITION]]. This video is exclusive for Disney Channel EDITION, as such, has never been used in any other release of DanceDanceRevolution. | * B4U received a unique video in [[CS DDR Disney Channel EDITION|DanceDanceRevolution Disney Channel EDITION]]. This video is exclusive for Disney Channel EDITION, as such, has never been used in any other release of DanceDanceRevolution. | ||
* '''B4U("VOLTAGE" Special)''' is one of the My GROOVE RADAR (Myグルーヴレーダー) unlockable songs in [[AC DDR SuperNOVA2|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2]]. To unlock it, you must play songs that have charts which focus on the VOLTAGE parameter of the GROOVE RADAR. | * '''B4U("VOLTAGE" Special)''' is one of the My GROOVE RADAR (Myグルーヴレーダー) unlockable songs in [[AC DDR SuperNOVA2|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2]]. To unlock it, you must play songs that have charts which focus on the VOLTAGE parameter of the [[GROOVE RADAR]]. | ||
** As of April 10th, 2008, B4U("VOLTAGE" Special) has been unlocked for normal play. | ** As of April 10th, 2008, B4U("VOLTAGE" Special) has been unlocked for normal play. | ||
* | * In DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 and its [[CS DDR SuperNOVA2 JP|Japanese CS counterpart]], part of B4U("VOLTAGE" Special)'s charts was positioned a 32nd beat late. | ||
* | * Prior to [[AC DDR X2|DanceDanceRevolution X2]], B4U ("VOLTAGE" Special) had no space between its title and subtitle. | ||
* From June 1st, 2017 in [[AC DDR A|DanceDanceRevolution A]] to [[AC DDR A3|DanceDanceRevolution A3]], B4U ("VOLTAGE" Special) does not appear in the song selection screen if the player does not use an [[e-amusement]] pass. | |||
** From [[AC DDR WORLD|DanceDanceRevolution WORLD]] onwards, it is available by default for all players. | |||
== Music Comment == | == Music Comment == | ||
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== Song Production Information == | == Song Production Information == | ||
=== beatmania IIDX === | |||
==== NAOKI ==== | |||
This song is an upper number from D.D.R.4th MIX, completely filled with NAOKI's sound, and the driving feeling of AARON G's MC, while the sharp synth leads and hit sounds combine with the beat like an addictive sensation, further enhancing its rave feeling.<br> | |||
It's quite challenging in the game with the key placement in the first-half, and the intermittent scratching in the second half. By all means, I'd like you to create your own upper groove!! | |||
=== DanceDanceRevolution 4thMIX Official Website === | |||
==== NAOKI MAEDA ==== | |||
B4U is a new song which I diligently created as an attempt to do what I couldn't do during the production of "BRILLIANT 2U", which was first included in D.D.R.2nd MIX, by using the current technology and technological capabilities to enhance it in every respect.<br> | |||
To every player, by all means, please JUMP, JUMP, JUMP, DDR~~!! Please enjoy this B4U and play alongside the MC until dawn! | |||
=== DanceDanceRevolution 4thMIX Original Soundtrack === | |||
==== NAOKI MAEDA ==== | |||
B4U's official name is BRILLIANT 4U, and it's the sequel to BRILLIANT 2U as its name suggests, which I finished in an entirely new form by powering it up in every aspect while retaining the same atmosphere. | |||
==== Liner Notes ==== | |||
This is an authentic dance tune which D.D.R. freaks can't get enough of, with a deceptive speedy feeling from the very beginning. When the machine gun-like aggressive rap changes to the dazzling chorus sound, its tension should've reached its climax. Don't the occasional "D.D.R.!" shouts remind you of the highly popular and proud masterpiece "BRILLIANT 2U" from 2ndMIX? | |||
=== [[CS DDR Party Collection|DanceDanceRevolution Party Collection]] === | |||
This number continues the flow from "BRILLIANT 2U", which is extremely popular among D.D.R. fans. The MC's energetic rap from the very beginning and the high-speed synths are the golden combination of Eurobeat. This authentic dance tune seems to capture the excitement of the dancefloor. | |||
=== Dance Maniax === | |||
This number continues from "BRILLIANT 2U", which received overwhelming support throughout the D.D.R. series. It's included in D.D.R. 4thMIX, so perhaps many players have already heard it. The MC's energetic rap from the very beginning and the high-speed synths are the golden combination of Eurobeat. The gorgeous and danceable result seems to capture the excitement of the dancefloor. If you want to vigorously dance without thinking, please choose this number! | |||
== CS Information Data == | == CS Information Data == | ||
=== [[CS DDR EXTREME NA|DanceDanceRevolution EXTREME CS (America)]] === | === [[CS DDR EXTREME NA|DanceDanceRevolution EXTREME CS (North America)]] === | ||
You have unlocked the song "B4U" by NAOKI. Debuting on [[CS DDR KONAMIX|Dance Dance Revolution KONAMIX]], "B4U" is a perfect example of the ideal Dance Dance Revolution song with its physically challenging dance steps, fast-paced rhythms and vocals and competitive themes. Check out the new "B4 ZA BEAT MIX" in this game as well. | You have unlocked the song "B4U" by NAOKI. Debuting on [[CS DDR KONAMIX|Dance Dance Revolution KONAMIX]], "B4U" is a perfect example of the ideal Dance Dance Revolution song with its physically challenging dance steps, fast-paced rhythms and vocals and competitive themes. Check out the new "B4 ZA BEAT MIX" in this game as well. | ||
== Video Production Information == | == Video Production Information == | ||
=== VJ GYO === | |||
The characteristic intro announces the start of "something" with a continuous high tension from "that song"!<br> | |||
When [[AC substream|substream]]/[[AC DDR CLUB VER.2|CLUB VERSION 2]] were being produced at that time, all the team members participated in intense Battle play (during difficulty review/bug checks/trial playthrough), and it was well received in the market, who showed visible excitement and stood out. | |||
However, I think you can recognize the true charm of B4U if you listen closely, which is a super power-up from "that song", which is "Brilliant 2U".<br> | |||
It's full of speed and power which seems categorically more associated with "running" than "dancing", and defies the definition of a new flow of Euro high tension. The song is sublimated into a dimension, which reproduces the uplifting and euphoric feelings of a fighting spirit similar to a "battle"! | |||
The route of NAOKI's upper Euro "car-themed" movie was discussed in a conversation with [[Takayuki Ishikawa|dj TAKA]] to be "quite on point". The well-known Mika Tsukuba appears as a rival in the movie!? (See the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150507123412fw_/http://www.konami.jp/am/bm2dx/bm2dx4/4th_question.html Q&A] section for details). With that scenario in mind, I created an original movie about car battles.<br> | |||
The effect of having two characters appear was demonstrated in the chorus although it wasn't part of the story, which I think ended up becoming quite good. | |||
Speaking of a battle between girls, dj TAKA and [[Keina Kanisawa|KANI]] witnessed a high score attack battle between two girls at an arcade when the production of IIDX 4th concluded, and I remember them filled with emotion and excitement as they said that "IIDX has entered a new phase～!". | |||
== Difficulty & Notecounts == | == Difficulty & Notecounts == | ||
beatmania IIDX difficulty rated from 1 to 7 in 4th style, 1 to 7+ from 5th through 9th style, 1 to 8 in 10th style, 1 to 8+ in IIDX RED, and 1 to 12 from HAPPY SKY onwards.<br> | beatmania IIDX difficulty rated from 1 to 7 in 4th style, 1 to 7+ from 5th through 9th style, 1 to 8 in 10th style, 1 to 8+ in IIDX RED, and 1 to 12 from HAPPY SKY onwards.<br> | ||
DanceDanceRevolution difficulty from 2ndMIX CLUB VER. through 5thMIX (and the Solo games) rated from 1 to 9, 1 to 10 from DDRMAX2 to SuperNOVA2, and 1 to 20 from X onwards. (Ratings and notecounts obtained from [http://bemaniwiki.com/ BEMANIWiki 2nd].) | DanceDanceRevolution difficulty from 2ndMIX CLUB VER. through 5thMIX (and the Solo games) rated from 1 to 9, 1 to 10 from DDRMAX2 to SuperNOVA2, and 1 to 20 from X onwards.<br> | ||
Dance Maniax difficulty rated from 1 to 9 in 2ndMIX onwards. (Ratings and notecounts obtained from [http://bemaniwiki.com/ BEMANIWiki 2nd].) | |||
=== beatmania IIDX === | === beatmania IIDX === | ||
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{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution / Dancing Stage Disney MIX|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution / Dancing Stage Disney MIX|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution KONAMIX / Dancing Stage PARTY EDiTiON|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution KONAMIX / Dancing Stage PARTY EDiTiON|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DDRMAX2 JP | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution (PC)|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DDRMAX2 CS JP|-|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | |||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution Party Collection|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution Party Collection|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution EXTREME | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution EXTREME CS NA|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution ULTRAMIX2 / Dancing Stage Unleashed2|N/A|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution ULTRAMIX2 / Dancing Stage Unleashed2|N/A|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution Disney Channel EDITION|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution Disney Channel EDITION|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 JP | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 CS JP|1|4|5|8|-|4|6|7|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution S+|3|5|7|10|-|-|-|-|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution S+|3|5|7|10|-|-|-|-|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution (PS3) DLC|2|4|6|8|-|-|-|-|-}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution (PS3) / New Moves DLC|2|4|6|8|-|-|-|-|-}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution GRAND PRIX|3|5|7|10|-|5|8|10|-}} | |||
}} | }} | ||
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{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X→X2|-|-|-|-|13|-|-|-|15}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X→X2|-|-|-|-|13|-|-|-|15}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X3 VS 2ndMIX→Present|-|-|-|-|↑14|-|-|-|15}} | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X3 VS 2ndMIX→Present|-|-|-|-|↑14|-|-|-|15}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 JP | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 CS JP|-|-|-|-|10|-|-|-|9}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X2 | {{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution X2 CS|-|-|-|-|13|-|-|-|15}} | ||
{{DDR Chart|DanceDanceRevolution GRAND PRIX|-|-|-|-|14|-|-|-|15}} | |||
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{{DDR Solo Chart|DanceDanceRevolution KONAMIX / Dancing Stage PARTY EDiTiON|4|5|8}} | {{DDR Solo Chart|DanceDanceRevolution KONAMIX / Dancing Stage PARTY EDiTiON|4|5|8}} | ||
{{DDR Solo Chart|DanceDanceRevolution (PC)|4|5|8}} | {{DDR Solo Chart|DanceDanceRevolution (PC)|4|5|8}} | ||
}} | |||
=== Dance Maniax === | |||
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{{DMX Chart|Dance Maniax 2ndMIX append JPARADISE|6|8|6|7}} | |||
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[[Category:Songs]] | [[Category:Songs]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:DanceDanceRevolution Songs]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:DanceDanceRevolution Songs with Unique Videos]] | ||
[[Category:Dance Maniax Songs]] | |||
[[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs]] | [[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs]] | ||
[[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs with Unique Videos]] | [[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs with Unique Videos]] | ||
[[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs Never Removed]] | [[Category:beatmania IIDX Songs Never Removed]] | ||