Berryz Kobo’s YouTube channel has now the PV of their upcoming new single “Be Genki”.
I was waiting that this “Be Genki” video could have some different kind of approach. I mean I would have loved if any kind of storyline had been a driving force in it. I’m not too disappointed, but as girls have those Super Girl costumes, would have been cool if there had been kind of Super Girl story also in this PV. Let me remind you how wonderfully it worked when Buono! made their “MY BOY” video.
Now Berryz Kobo is dancing in the dark infront of the TV screens, dancing on the roof with a Tokyo city view in day time and dancing on he same roof in the night scenery.
As I already mentioned, Rii has certain kind of attitude on the covers of the single. For me she is also the star in this video. She looks like she’s really enjoying what she is doing there. Not sure but I think Rii has got more screen time than others in this PV.
“Be Genki” PV
[...] Up on the roof – Berryz Koubou International … Speaking of which, Zush wanted more, but is happy with what is being given. [...]
Two things really stand out for me in this song and video.
First, in the future, Rii needs more opportunities to sing in a minor key. Her voice really fits it well.
Second, in the future, Yurina needs more opportunities to wear capes. She works that thing like she has a closet full of them at home.
This song is definitely written for on-stage performance… I can see it becoming a regular part of their live repertoire.
Really liked the song, but not the PV, I think it’s a bit too cheap. Even though it’s what I think of most H!P PVs nowadays.
I missed a little storyline to follow on the video, or at least an explanation on why they are using super hero -like costumes.
I do have to agree with the previous comment about how Rii’s voice is great in this song and Yurina owning the cape. But, being a Captain fan, again I feel this PV is lacking some Shimizuness.