What You Need to Know:
- Kaede Higuchi, a member of the virtual liver group Nijisanji, has unveiled a new visual and a music video for her upcoming second full album, titled GAME GIRL, which is set to be released on October 9.
- The album is designed to resemble a video game, reflecting the many memorable moments that Kaede Higuchi has created through games during her regular streams. The new artist visual, based on a romance game theme, was specially illustrated by Shiro Yamada. Additionally, dot art inspired by each song was created by Kuchurokaku, and the packaging and text feature designs that evoke the nostalgia of retro games.
- The album will include a total of 13 tracks, featuring previously released songs such as Ryosangata Riko: Saigo no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki OP theme “I’m Home!” and I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability OP theme “Curious,” alongside new songs by talented creators. These include lyrics written by fellow Nijisanji member Miyako Seto and newly composed tracks by the entertainment group Vivarush and the ska-core band THE GELUGUGU.
- Leading up to the release of GAME GIRL, a music video for the album’s lead track, “Reset and...,” has been released. This song captures the emotions Kaede Higuchi experienced while reflecting on herself during a temporary hiatus.
Product Information
Title: Kaede Higuchi’s 2nd Full Album GAME GIRL
Release Date: October 9, 2024
■ Standard Edition
Product No.: LACA-25110 (CD only)
JAN: 4540774251100
Price: ¥3,850 (incl. tax)
Includes: CD, booklet
*Features new visual
■ Limited First Edition
Product No.: LACA-35110 (CD & merch)
JAN: 4540774351107
Price: ¥5,500 (incl. tax)
Includes: CD, special case, lyrics cards, manual
*Features 13 dot artworks and new visual
■ Limited First Edition with Bonus Merch from Official Nijisanji Store
Price: ¥7,700
Bonus Merch: Acrylic stand
■ Tracklist
1. Curious (I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability OP theme)
Lyrics: Sasa Ando; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
2. Buttonde Lanikai (Ryosangata Riko: Mo Hitori no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki OP theme)
Lyrics: Sasa Ando; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
3. Bravery? Naturally? (Classroom for Heroes OP theme)
Lyrics: RUCCA; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
4. Baddest (I’m Standing on a Million Lives season 2 OP theme)
Lyrics: RUCCA; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
5. Feel it now
Lyrics: Miyako Seto; Composition/Arrangement: Yusuke Miyajima (SUPA LOVE)
6. MML (Online RPG Mabinogi collaboration song)
Lyrics: Kaede Higuchi; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
7. Take My Chance (Kaede Higuchi Ver.)
Lyrics, Composition, Arrangement: Yuhara Satoshi
8. Beauty MY Jinsei! (Ryosangata Riko: Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki OP theme)
Lyrics: Sasa Ando; Composition: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall); Arrangement: PandaBoY
9. Around the bizarre world (Sudama Relation OP theme)
Lyrics: Yohei Matsui; Composition/Arrangement: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall)
10. Yakyu Sanka
Lyrics: Gen (THE GELUGUGU); Composition/Arrangement: THE GELUGUGU
11. Reset and...
Lyrics: RUCCA; Composition/Arrangement: Naozumi Mabuchi
12. Konna Ii Jikan ni Nanishitennen!
Lyrics: Ruimaru; Composition: Pammy; Arrangement: Vivarush
13. I’m Home! (Ryosangata Riko: Saigo no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki OP theme)
Lyrics: Sasa Ando; Composition: Hajime Mitsumasu (FirstCall); Arrangement: PandaBoY
Kaede Higuchi Profile
A second-year high school student living in VR Kansai, she is tall with an excellent sense of style. She has loved playing the trumpet since childhood and is currently a member of the school band. Her passions in life are fashion and living with her cat. Wanting to share what she loves with more people, she started her career as a virtual streamer. Affectionately known as “Deron,” she is a rising creator in the virtual world.
In March 2020, she released her major debut single “MARBLE,” with Hajime Mitsumasu as the music producer. Since then, she has contributed tie-up songs to a wide range of genres, including anime, games, and dramas.
She is an up-and-coming anime song artist, recognized for her ability to skillfully blend genres like rock and ska.
X: x.com/Higuchikaede
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCsg-YqdqQ-KFF0LNk23BY4A
Lantis page: lantis.jp/artist/kaede_higuchi
Source: Official Press Release