The enigmatic Aibon times 15

Apr 15, 2008 at 7:31 AM
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Rika, center, fronts Morning Musume in 'Love Machine,' January 2004.

The first PV in which Ai Kago, a.k.a. Aibon, then 12, was a Morning Musume member was May 17, 2000. She rapidly became one of the most popular singers in J-pop history, but made history off the stage as well, leading to her ultimate downfall as a professional performer with Hello Project. Rather than dwell on that history, it is more appropriate at this juncture, as she has resurfaced publicly, to review her 15 PV appearances and remember Aibon at her best as the discussion and speculation on her future continues:

Aibon 1: 'Happy Summer Wedding.' May 17, 2000.

Aibon 2: 'I Wish,' Sept. 9, 2000.

Aibon in Morning Musume's 'Renai Revolution 21,' Dec. 13, 2000.

Aibon 4: 'The Peace,' July 25, 2001.

Aibon 5: 'Mr. Moonlight,' Oct. 31, 2001.

Aibon 6: 'Souda! We're Alive,' Feb. 20, 2002.

Aibon 7: 'Do It! Now,' July 24, 2002.

Aibon 8: 'Koko ni Iruzee,' Oct. 30, 2002.

Aibon 9: 'Hyokkori Hyoutanjima,' Feb. 19, 2003.

Aibon 10: 'As for One Day,' April 23, 2003.

Aibon 11: 'Shabondama,' July 30, 2003.

Aibon 12: 'Go Girl! Koi no Victory.' Nov. 6, 2003.

Aibon 13: 'Ai Araba, It's All Right, Jan. 21, 2004.

Aibon 14: 'Roman, My Dear Boy,' May 12, 2004.

Aibon 15: 'Joshi Kashimashi Monogatari,' July 22, 2004.

There you have it, the many faces of Aibon, one of the most beloved personalities in music history. There is nothing more to be said. There is nothing more that can be said.

This is Radicalipton signing off – for now.

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[いいですね]

For me the extended version of I Wish is still one of the best MM songs (if even the best) and it has also one of the brightest Aibon moments in MM PV history.And of course I'm happy to see Aibon back in the spotlight.

Awww nono's so cute in that picture. :P
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