There are now many idol anime titles being produced. One that could be considered the pioneer of this genre is "THE IDOLM@STER." Idols striving to become top idols in the tough world of showbiz have left behind many famous quotes despite the many difficulties they face. This time, we'll introduce some of those quotes in a ranking format.
No. 10: It's not a bad thing to support someone, right?
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In episode 17, the producer tells Makoto, who is trying to force herself to become a princess, that she wanted to become an idol and be treated like a princess, but in reality she is treated like a prince. Makoto's dream of becoming a princess is a good one, but he also has the power to turn his fangirls into princesses, he advises her, "Isn't it an important job of an idol to give others dreams?". Up until now, Makoto had been chasing only his own ideals, almost leaving his fans behind, but upon hearing these words, he resolves to "become a prince for the sake of his fans as well." This is the moment Makoto recognizes his own complex as a strength.
No. 9: The joy and pleasure of singing is different for each person
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These are the words President Takagi said to the idols in episode 21. The idols are invited to the piano bar frequented by the company president, where they find office worker Otonashi Kotori performing as a singer. Seeing Kotori singing with such joy, the idols wonder, "Why didn't Kotori become an idol?" These are the words the president says to those idols. They reflect the president's belief that no matter what the reason or position, it's fine as long as you enjoy singing and entertain the audience. The president knows that each idol has their own reasons for becoming an idol and singing, so these words express his desire for them to aim unwaveringly and single-mindedly for the pinnacle of idol status.
8th Place: I can go anywhere because I have a place to return to and say, "I'm home"...
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These are the words spoken by Miki in episode 24. "If I continued on this path, I might get lost. I think the reason I can go anywhere is because I have a place to return to and say I'm home, and there are people there who will make me smile." It's 765 Pro that allows them to thrive as idols. However, the current members are only focused on work and have been active without paying any attention to the agency. Of course, as professionals, it's natural to give their all to their work, but because of that, they were almost losing their precious place in the world, the bonds of 765 Pro. Of course, fans and work are important, but the members have come to realize that 765 Pro is just as important, and, like Haruka, they strongly want to continue their idol activities "together." This was the moment when Haruka's feelings and everyone's were united.
No. 7: The bonds between friends are the source of your power, right?
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These are the words spoken by Jupiter's Touma Amagase to Haruka in episode 24. Touma happens to meet Haruka, who is currently on hiatus, and reveals that he has quit 961 Productions and is starting over at a new, smaller production company. Touma tells Haruka that unity is 765 Pro's best quality, and that their bonds are their strength, a stark change from what he's said up until now. Touma's words that he will cherish the bonds within the agency just as much as 765 Pro do resonate with Haruka, who is troubled by those bonds. A casual comment from a rival becomes the catalyst for Haruka and the rest of 765 Pro to restore their bond.
No. 6: Be prepared to break down your own barriers
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These are Takane's words to Yukiho in Episode 11, who is unable to keep up with lessons and is considering quitting the live performance. "It seems you lack something. And that is determination. Be prepared to break down your own walls." Takane speaks harsh words to Yukiho, who was on the verge of giving up. However, she says these words because she can't bear to see Yukiho refuse to change no matter how much time passes. They are meant to remind her of the time in episode 3 when she courageously took a step forward. Hearing this, Yukiho begins to cry, but resolves to try again, and continues practicing on her own at home, eventually being able to dance the whole song.
5th place: But I don't want to give up. Please, lend me your strength.
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These are the words Chihaya said to the 765 Pro members in episode 24. "Right now, 765 Pro is like a new family to me. Maybe it's our mission to put work first. But I don't want to give up. Please, lend me your strength." In order to respond to Haruka's feelings during her hiatus, Chihaya makes her first selfish request to her colleagues at the agency. Up until now, Chihaya had carried everything on her own, but after 765 Pro helped her in episode 20, she now takes the initiative to do something for 765 Pro and her new family. While this may seem like a naive thought for a professional, these words express Chihaya's true feelings of not wanting 765 Pro to fall apart, and her strong desire to never abandon both her work and her relationship with the agency.
No. 4: We're not singing to be used!
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These are the words spoken by Jupiter's Touma Amagase to President Kuroi in episode 21. Not only does Touma see the idols he represents as nothing more than pawns being used to further his own ideals, but when he finds out that President Kuroi is actually using dirty tricks, he becomes enraged by his actions. These are passionate words that express the true feelings of Touma, who has sung for his beliefs, dreams, and fans. They could also be said to all the idols in this work. Realizing that they cannot keep up with President Kuroi's dirty tactics, who still refuses to change his attitude, Touma and the others decide to leave 961 Pro.
3rd Place: The future is an extension of the present. That's why we need to cherish the present and have no regrets.
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The Producer's words from the movie are third. The Producer suddenly reveals to the idols that he's going to America for training, causing a stir among everyone. Despite being appointed leader of the arena live performance, Haruka lacks confidence and discusses her anxieties with the producer. However, the producer trusts Haruka, who has overcome many difficulties in the past. That's why he doesn't tell her what to do specifically, but simply tells her to do what she wants and thinks. Hearing these words, Haruka decides to perform the live performance with the members who are there "now."
2nd Place: Because "I" Amami Haruka
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This line is also from the movie. In this scene, Haruka expresses her honest feelings and enthusiasm to the members, not as leader but as Haruka Amami, as they face a crisis before their first arena live performance, when they fear they may be without a member. She conveys her desire to stand on stage together with everyone, knowing that she is only able to do so thanks to the support of so many people. Haruka believes that the moment when "everyone" stands on stage is the most idol-like. "Everyone together" represents the "dream" that 765 Pro achieved after overcoming difficulties. Here, Haruka calls out everyone's names, just as the producer did in episode 25 of the TV series. These words, conveying the feelings of the "present" Haruka, who has grown through her experiences, are brimming with the essence of the movie, or rather, "the iDOLM@STER anime."
No. 1: What does "idol" mean to you?
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The top choice is a line, or rather a phrase that appears in the subtitles, from the memorable first episode. This is a question posed by the producer to the idols. Each of the 12 members talks about their own vision of what an idol should be like. The story of 765 Pro begins with a variety of emotions, such as "dreams, singing, longings...". The official spin-off comic "THR IDOLM@STER" also depicts the same question being asked after episode 25. This is also a must-read, as it depicts various images of idols, such as an unchanged image of idols, and an image of idols whose dreams have become reality after going through various experiences and their thoughts have changed a little. These words can also be seen as a question directed at fans and viewers of THE IDOLM@STER. They make us think again about the feelings we have as we approach this series.
Famous Quotes That Color the Story
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So far, we've introduced 10 famous quotes. As the story reaches its climax, the idols' true feelings and thoughts clash, resulting in even more famous quotes. These famous quotes move the characters' hearts and also have a major impact on the story. The members of 765 Pro have faced many difficulties, which has resulted in many famous quotes. Some of them are funny, while others are words that really resonate with you. If you watch iM@S, pay attention to the words of the idols. You will surely be even more moved.
