[Unit Project 2] My precious CD

 

My artifact is a CD made by V6 that has already disbanded. It is round and flat. The cover of this CD is white and contains a lyrics sheet.

This CD released in 2021. I bought it at a CD shop. Because I liked this group and it was their final album. This CD contains all the group’s songs. I often listened to it during exam season.

The exam period was mentally tough at times, and it was during that time that I learned about the group’s disbandment announcement and the final album's release. This announcement was very sad for me, but upon receiving this announcement, I felt grateful that they had continued their activities all this time. When I went to school, after the disbandment announcement, “Are you okey? That announcement was a shock?” the teacher who knows I like V6 asked me. I answered, “I’m fine. I pre-ordered the CD, so I’ll do my best. It’s exam season anyway.” I didn’t want to go to school, but I’m glad the teacher spoke to me.

There was a time when my grades weren't improving, and I was feeling down, however listening to this album always lifted my spirits. After the group disbanded, listening to this CD became painful, but for me, they were a source of encouragement. 

One important aspect shown in my story is that in Japan’s exam-focused society, many students must persevere despite feeling discouraged when their grades don’t improve. This story shows that cultural pursuits like music can provide emotional support beyond home and school. At the same time, it also suggests that societal support may be insufficient students must rely so heavily on music. 

For this, I think that society needs to prioritize student’s mental well-being, not just their results.

Another aspect is the impact that music culture has on people’s lives and communities. By fostering connections and shared interests among fans, it promotes social interaction and mutual encouragement. On the other hand, there is also the potential for people’s actions and social behavior to be manipulated by the media. As a result, one loses control over one’s own actions.