Cover Me, Cover You

I believe by now most of you MM fans should know about the November 26th release of the 'Cover You' album featuring songs written by Aku Yuu. When I first saw the tracklist I was thrilled! The main reason for my excitement was seeing Risa being featured prominently in 2 songs. The chibi devil at the back of my mind protests at the measly percentage (2 out of 14 songs is only 14.29%) but the chibi angel in me thank the powers that be. (Chibi angel and devil?!?! I think I've been affected by Sayumi's radioshow segment more than I realized XD)

A duet with Ai-chan (Wooooohoooo~~~ TakaGaki!!!) and a IBL reunion. Whether I will add this CD to my next online purchase hinges on the quality of these 2 songs. After scouring YT for the previews, I present you with...

街の灯り (Prince Christopher + Cinderella)

I don't think anyone can disagree that when TakaGaki sing together, the world stops turning. Okay, okay, so I'm exaggerating a little but their voices do mesh very well. They blend so beautifully together there are times when I can't tell who is the one singing. I like the string instrument beginning and the piano accompaniment. I love how Ai's voice is soothing while Risa's is distinct. The melody has a calming aura and the song is kinda touching even though I have no idea what the lyrics mean. I gotta search for the English translation when I have more time on my hands.

ジョニィへの伝言 (KameMame + 07)

I like the introduction bit of this song. It's odd that I can't hear anyone else other than Risa during the solo parts. Are Eri and Reina singing in a different manner? Or did Gaki-san get more lines? I guess I will have to wait until someone puts up the color-coded lyrics to find out. I adore how Risa has this deep and super sexy voice when she's singing. I can totally see why this is her fav song on the album cuz it's battling with the duet to be mine too. Oh and btw, who is this Johnny guy she's singing to? Assuming she is singing to him XD Like I said, I don't know what they are singing.

Pictures from the lyrics booklet?

The colorful art background is great! Koharu, Reina, Ai and Lin Lin look gorgeous. Sayumi could've looked awesome if she would just lose that huge-ass bow/ribbon. Aika and Jun Jun are alright. This must be one of the rare times Risa didn't get stuck with the worst hairdo. Not her best picture but I still love her (Tee hee). And Eri...well Eri... The award for the most Eeeky hairstyle goes to Kame-chan~~!! :P The granny bun is definitely my most hated style on any of the girls. And that's the only reason why she doesn't look as pretty as she usually does.

The complete tracklist:

1. Nagisa no Sinbad

2. Douni mo Tomaranai

3. Izayaka (Itsuki Hiroshi & Ai)

4. Pepper Keibu (ALBUM Version)

5. Shiroi Chou no Samba

6. Seishun Jidai

7. Ringo Satsujin Jiken

8. Romance (ALBUM Version)

9. Machi no Akari (Ai & Risa)

10. Koi no Dial 6700

11. Pin Pon Taisou (Eri, Sayu, Reina, Koharu, Mitsui, Jun & Lin)

12. Watashi no Aoi Tori

13. Johnny e no Dengon (Risa, Eri & Reina)

14. UFO

I have not gotten around to listening to the rest of the album properly. Wild horses couldn't tear me away from appreciating these 2 songs and Risa's voice *blushes* Thus my opinion of the remaining songs will come later, if the review does materialize at all XD

PS: Did anyone else have weird (Read: pervy) thoughts when they read the words Cover You? Maybe it's just me *shrugs shoulders*