M!LK's Explosive "Bakuretsu Aishiteru" Debut on CDTV Live! Live! Takes Social Media by Storm

Popular group M!LK premiered their new song "Bakuretsu Aishiteru" (Explosively I Love You) on TBS's "CDTV Live! Live!" on February 16th, and their performance swept social media. Even before the broadcast, fans were buzzing with the hashtag "#BakuretsuChijohaHatsuhirou" (Explosive First Terrestrial TV Performance), and a flood of rave reviews followed, such as "It was truly the best" and "It was so exhilarating, I recorded it and watched it at least three times." Posts expressing continued excitement poured in even after the performance concluded.

On stage that day, each member's charm was fully showcased. In particular, during the song's climax, when Jinato Yoshida extended his hand towards the camera during his final solo part, the camera was seemingly drawn in, prompting exclamations of surprise and praise like "It's truly being pulled in!" Moreover, his adorable gesture during the "Yeah!" part in the last chorus captivated many fans, who commented, "He's so cute I want to eat him up" and "There's a limit to how cute one can be."

Daichi Shiozaki's "Yeah!" was praised for its "ultimate abandon," while Jutaro Yamanaka's playful moment of almost missing his cue to stand up during the final chorus also charmed fans, who called it "cute." Hayato Sano also captivated viewers with his radiant presence, with comments like "He's too much of a sparkling idol" and "He's shining pink, fresh, and his black hair stands out."

The song's choreography also became a hot topic. The "Bakuretsu LOVE & PEACE" pose brought comments like "My mouth corners shot up," and the "Issho ni itai Issho!!" (I want to be together forever!!) move was praised for each member's unique individuality, with fans noting, "Everyone's different and that's good." The simple "Bakuretsu Pose" during the interlude was also popular for its "surreal feel," attracting many viewers with M!LK's unique blend of coolness and humor.

Messages expressing overwhelming emotion poured in, with fans eagerly anticipating future appearances ("Thank you, repeat performance confirmed!") and sharing how much M!LK uplifted their spirits ("M!LK was the best... I've never had an artist make me smile this much"). M!LK has appeared on "CDTV Live! Live!" every month since the beginning of the year, leading some to suggest they are "becoming a new concept of a semi-regular on music shows," raising expectations for their continued success.

The Context

M!LK is a popular Japanese five-member male idol group managed by Stardust Promotion, active since 2014. Known for their energetic performances and diverse music, they have gained a significant following. "CDTV Live! Live!" is a prominent live music program on TBS, one of Japan's major terrestrial television networks. Appearing on this show, especially for a "first terrestrial TV performance," is a significant milestone for artists, allowing them to reach a broad national audience. The phrase "swept social media" indicates that the performance generated substantial buzz, trending topics, and widespread discussion among fans and the general public on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) in Japan.