The MOST IMPORTANT Role in μ's! | Who is Umi Sonoda?

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  • @WatTheWut
    @WatTheWut  4 роки тому +46

    Sorry about how my mic sounds. I’m still sick and my editing software did something weird when it processed my audio. Make sure to subscribe if you are a Love Live fan and want more content like this!
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  • @wetafros408
    @wetafros408 4 роки тому +229

    Love Live fans really out here analyzing the sea as an important character

  • @mexicanhonoka
    @mexicanhonoka 4 роки тому +351

    Umi never got a character focused episode they say.
    What about the beach episode where the girls went to the _Umi_

    • @Medax27
      @Medax27 4 роки тому +37

      - U M I D A !
      -Hey! Don't shout out my name like that!

    • @bluemuppet6
      @bluemuppet6 4 роки тому +4

      @@Medax27 he said Umi not Umida lol

    • @kuroneco-j4n
      @kuroneco-j4n 4 роки тому +6

      @@bluemuppet6 r/woooosh

    • @granito555
      @granito555 3 роки тому +2

      @@bluemuppet6 Well, "Umi da", it's good for you?

    • @bluemuppet6
      @bluemuppet6 3 роки тому

      @@granito555 no it ain't, it's just Umi.

  • @MiguelitoJimz
    @MiguelitoJimz 4 роки тому +82

    Umi never got a character focused episode because the whole series was Umi's character episode. I mean, her participation was the most consistent in the entire series besides Honoka (because main character). In almost in every episode there's a moment for Umi's character to shine, whether is when she gets embarrassed, teased, or vibe checks Honoka.

    • @joseph86255
      @joseph86255 4 місяці тому

      I'd say she's the most important character after Honoka and Eli.

  • @GeneralVan
    @GeneralVan 4 роки тому +158

    It sucks that she never gets her own episode but like you said, the way she supports everyone is so important that they would have likely have fell apart if it weren't for her. Finally one of the most underrated girls gets some love. Great vid!
    Kanan vid when?

    • @WatTheWut
      @WatTheWut  4 роки тому +8

      Eventually

    • @hidori6435
      @hidori6435 4 роки тому +6

      Oh man pls Kanan vid. I love the oceanic duo so much uwu.

  • @hviet7685
    @hviet7685 4 роки тому +100

    She cares, supports
    She sympathizes
    And
    She spit straight facts, and feelings

    • @hviet7685
      @hviet7685 4 роки тому +7

      She cares, sympathizes
      She spit straight facts
      But most importantly
      Love Arrow Shoot !

    • @starryskies113
      @starryskies113 Рік тому

      @@hviet7685 ya

  • @VigilanteLulu
    @VigilanteLulu 4 роки тому +102

    Ah yes! The voice of reason in μ's! Umi is the logical, sensible anchor to Honoka, Kotori and pals' energetic antics. She and Honoka may be polar opposites in terms of silly/seriousness, especially in S2, E7 when Honoka gains weight and cries over Umi's suggestions, but in the end, they truly appreciate each other's friendship!
    And besides, even Umi can't resist the temptation to sing sometimes!

    • @dimcross
      @dimcross 4 роки тому +6

      I still laugh at Umi being commander towards Honoka for being fat. I know I love Honoka but that scene laughs at me so well

  • @Texaboose
    @Texaboose 4 роки тому +113

    I always thought that Dia took after Eli, but after watching this, I realize that Dia is more akin to Umi. To fullfill the role of taskmaster and to keep everyone focused and inline, but also having a hidden soft, childish streak that crops up now and again. Thanks for the insight!

  • @LizzieShiro
    @LizzieShiro 4 роки тому +156

    Umi also has the strongest singing voice out of the entire group, don’t @ me.

    • @iiPolaris
      @iiPolaris 4 роки тому +8

      Eli would like to disagree

    • @kimdavis2433
      @kimdavis2433 4 роки тому +50

      Eli and Rin have great technique too but Umi is 100% the strongest!! Amazing in the lower end compared to everyone else

    • @shutup5555
      @shutup5555 4 роки тому +7

      Mimorin has the most bogstandard basic singing voice out of the 9

    • @WatTheWut
      @WatTheWut  4 роки тому +23

      ~~I hard agree lol~~

    • @shiinozaki
      @shiinozaki 4 роки тому +3

      シャドウ What about Rin?

  • @chinaski5280
    @chinaski5280 4 роки тому +11

    "Who is Sonoda Umi?" Best girl, obviously. What a question.

  • @DummDoedl
    @DummDoedl 4 роки тому +89

    Umi, the literal sea of desires with yet to be seen horizons, finally gets the love she deserves. I love her really much having such a glorified character and a great voice too. No wonder she's in my top three. People, give this girl more love. Even if it looks like she denies it (come on, we know how Umi reacts to that) she wants it. More love for Umi. Happy birthday to her.

  • @larajamila005
    @larajamila005 4 роки тому +47

    Despite not having a character-focused episode, I feel like she still developed really well, in my opinion.
    I love Umi. I may not show it a lot, but she really is important to Muse

    • @larajamila005
      @larajamila005 4 роки тому +11

      One thing I also noticed is that every single episode always had a hint of Umi in them. She's almost like Nozomi in a sense that they both support Muse. Nozomi does it in a more subtle whilst Umi more explicitly
      Ironic huh? Umi who was more shy and afraid is more explicit about her support than Nozomi who (even if she is shy inside) is more "out there", so to speak
      I dunno, thanks to these videos, I'm noticing lots of details I missed in LL. And I love discovering them

  • @dimcross
    @dimcross 4 роки тому +47

    Umi is one of my best 2nd yr units. When it come to her above head level and sometime she has some dorky side of being "shameless"
    And it's her birthday. Happy Birthday, Sonoda Umi-chan

  • @LadyLuminadaWP
    @LadyLuminadaWP 4 роки тому +41

    I think the best song that shows her development is her solo song Yuuki no Reason. The lyrics speak of her putting up a front when she's really afraid of the unknown but she takes the first step and, soon, becomes passionate about it.
    Ahhhhhhhh ngl, I loved this video!!!!!

  • @MJStapleford
    @MJStapleford 4 роки тому +32

    Umi is my favorite μ's member. While she sadly never got a focus episode she was slowly overcoming her character flaws in recognizable ways throughout the series. Dia is my favorite Aqours member. Guess I have an anime personality type I like lol

  • @shunyuan7147
    @shunyuan7147 4 роки тому +8

    Umi, also know as best girl. No, u wont change my mind

  • @starietiger9927
    @starietiger9927 4 роки тому +26

    Umi had the bun before Yoshiko came.
    Seriously, thank you for this though. This is the Umi centered episode I needed.😭

  • @rotorhead4757
    @rotorhead4757 4 роки тому +3

    Umi is the best. The quiet resolve of μ's, though not as outspoken as Honoka, her passion is just as strong. I believe μ's honestly wouldn't have existed at all without her

  • @KIJHK
    @KIJHK 10 місяців тому +2

    Muse members are very lucky to have Umi in their group. She is irreplaceable after all.

  • @weghaarmanda9272
    @weghaarmanda9272 2 роки тому +4

    Aaa Umi is the best girl, my first watch I'm also disappointed umi is the only one who don't have her dedicated episode, but later if you think about it the entire series is also her episode bcos she always have her moment in every episode, she's kinda like 2nd MC after honoka imo. Also Mimorin is the prettiest and the best singer in muse ❤️

  • @IRiseAgainstYou
    @IRiseAgainstYou 4 роки тому +4

    Umi may not have her own episode, but she gets quite a bit of development over the course of the show, especially in the first season. She's definitely my favorite character.

  • @KIJHK
    @KIJHK 2 роки тому +2

    In my honest opinion, Umi should have been the leader of the group.

  • @FallenGhoul
    @FallenGhoul 4 роки тому +17

    Thank you for making another amazing video that highlights a highly underrated character. People always talk about how Umi never gets development or that she’s too uptight but like have we seen the same series people.
    The girl who was dragged into this group reluctantly became overjoyed with being on stage. The levelheaded of the group declared that she wanted to push forward against a blizzard because she wanted nothing more than to be on the Love Live stage. Umi’s biggest character point is just how passionate she truly is. Despite her reluctance she wrote passionate lyrics, came up with her own choreography, went out of her way to ensure all members were in peak performance and even went so far as to hike a mountain because she thought it would be fun. Umi is very much like her name says, an ocean that can be tough and unstable in stressful situations but is also calm and welcoming to those around her.
    Really looking forward to your next Love Live video, and I’m slowly waiting for a Riko one.

  • @jonhummel4341
    @jonhummel4341 4 роки тому +30

    What a perfect day for an episode on Umi. Her steadfast and disciplined support really does hold μ's together. Even without a specific episode for her, we see her growth throughout. Is it shameful to inspire people to give their absolute best and bring joy to so many people? I believe that is what Umi discovered in her and so could let her passion out for those performances. She may be shy in some areas, but she is intense. Just look at her pillow fight or desire to climb a mountain. That determination seems limitless for her. Thank you for this amazing video. I look forward to more great content in the future.

  • @KIJHK
    @KIJHK 2 роки тому +3

    Umi also possesses a strength/ability that the 8 other girls doesn't have.

  • @silicabraille
    @silicabraille 4 роки тому +5

    I actually realized that, Umi is mature, she's the most relateble, she's cool, she's cute too, she's always with honoka side, she's voiced my Mimori-san, she's PERFECT

  • @waluigi_kin
    @waluigi_kin Рік тому +1

    Finally a video made just for me. Ive been Umis number one fan for seven years now and ive never seen somebody talk about her the way she deserves. Shes so important and fully integral to the whole show.

  • @apeculiarmingvase3800
    @apeculiarmingvase3800 4 роки тому +6

    Videos like this makes me think whether Love Live is more than just "weeb shit" some people make it out to be. With that said, I think Umi not having her own episode is a clever idea and instead making her the support that helps each member of μ's resolve their own problems and realize what they want in their own episodes. She's basically a great example of a supporting protagonist and I wouldn't have it any other way.

  • @soulrecords857
    @soulrecords857 4 роки тому +14

    Ahh this video came at a perfect time! I just watched your whole Muse video the other day and I realized something. The way the girls are divided into attributes describes their personalities. The smile girls (Honoka, Rin and Nico) are the dreamers, they are the schemers who push to create and spread happiness and smiles to others. The pure girls (Nozomi (best girl), Kotori and Hanayo) are the supporters. They see the smile girls determination and ideas and are the first people to join and come to the girls aid. Then there’s the cool girls (Umi, Eli and Maki) who are the logical realists that help make the dreamers/supporter girls wishes a reality! They are so vital to the group (but again everyone is vital lol).
    I didn’t like Umi after my initial watch through of the show but now I absolutely adore her and her role in the show. Honoka, Kotori and rest need her and Muse wouldn’t function without her!
    Sorry this was so long but I loved your video! I think I have to subscribe (also I hope a Nozomi video will come in the future)

  • @funnyfigitwow
    @funnyfigitwow 2 роки тому +3

    i really wish people would see umi as this video did, all i wanted was her own episode she and kotori are best girls in my opinion

  • @vas5794
    @vas5794 4 роки тому +18

    It brings me to tears how happy I am that someone creates such in-depth content about Love Live, especially μ's.. I've followed μ's for the past 7 going on 8 years now, and it might be silly to say but they're everything to me. The passion you put into your videos and how you describe each member to be so important is something I've wanted for a very, very long time. Umi was one of my first best girls, and you doing a video on her is amazing. Thank you, and also happy birthday to Umi !

  • @lottechanz
    @lottechanz Рік тому +2

    that's why she's the best girl

  • @LoveValentineXO
    @LoveValentineXO 4 роки тому +9

    This should have been titled, "who is best girl?"

    • @bluemuppet6
      @bluemuppet6 4 роки тому +2

      LoveValentineXO: that would be a long episode that wouldn't really please everyone. now we all have our favorites and some people's favorites might be similar, but you have others that have there own, and you know how it goes man lol, some people get way bent out of shape over things. being that you have 3 idol schools total now, your gonna get some friction from people if you make a video like that. I don't know who best girl is cause there all good in there own way, my favorite U's are Umi, Nico, and Maki, my favorite Aqours are Dia, Yoshika, and Ruby, and my favorite Nijigoka are Setsuna, Ai, and Kanata.

  • @antrite08
    @antrite08 4 роки тому +18

    Happy Birthday Umi!

  • @marnie5700
    @marnie5700 4 роки тому +4

    Umis 1 of the best characters in the love live fanbase she's relatable and strict but also fair she has a sister relationship with Eli another best character ( 2 me ) she keeps the entire team in line even going as far as commanding the 3rd yr members she's stayed loyal 2 honoka the entire journey

  • @VNSnake1999
    @VNSnake1999 4 роки тому +4

    Happy birthday Umi.

  • @phonk8733
    @phonk8733 4 роки тому +6

    This video is excellent and spotlights the characterization of Umi from the most important angles. The editing, choice of music and dialogue, and script resonates strongly with what the original series delivers, and it actually made me tear up. Thank you for making this video!

  • @eduardasimas1866
    @eduardasimas1866 4 роки тому +4

    Umi is my best girl since i first watched in 2015

  • @KyosukeTsuchigami101
    @KyosukeTsuchigami101 3 роки тому +4

    My favorite girl, glad to see someone give her the respect she deserves

  • @Korin47
    @Korin47 4 роки тому +9

    Umi really an mvp tho

  • @buubuudesuwa1231
    @buubuudesuwa1231 4 роки тому +7

    I loved this video so much, there’s a reason Umi is best girl 💙💙

  • @marvinwolf8360
    @marvinwolf8360 4 роки тому +7

    Umi is one of my favourite characters, especially in combination with Maki and Eli as the Soldier Game trio

  • @Fortunas22
    @Fortunas22 4 роки тому +8

    The more I watch your Love Live! videos, the more I understand why I love this franchise so much and especially why some Girls are my favorite (Nico and Hanamaru). You opened my eyes on tons of things I wasn't even paying attention and I fucking love it.
    A big thank you for this! ❤️

  • @youmi7986
    @youmi7986 4 роки тому +14

    Who was the one who gave that one dislike? That aside, thank you so much for this video. You really made me love my best girl so much more

  • @jozenagustineybanez6951
    @jozenagustineybanez6951 4 роки тому +3

    Top-tier scriptwriting, amazing editing, emotional videos, I've binge-watched all your love live analytical videos, and they never fail to make me teary-eyed.
    Amazing as always. Keep up the amazing job!

  • @HiddenGemBOX
    @HiddenGemBOX 4 роки тому +5

    This was really good! Probably your best Love Live video to date

  • @NerdKirby
    @NerdKirby 4 роки тому +2

    Umi was my favorite during the first episodes, her attitude and role with the original 3 shined a lot back then, and it still does. She just deserved more and you did her justice.

  • @yuki9612
    @yuki9612 4 роки тому +5

    Umi da!!

  • @k57.cttt.ktngophuonganh85
    @k57.cttt.ktngophuonganh85 4 роки тому +2

    13:49 my soul left my body right there. Her beauty is so so ethereal and divine, her voice so soothing ...

  • @mingiboy9253
    @mingiboy9253 4 роки тому +1

    Umi best girl ❤

  • @Yumegipsu
    @Yumegipsu 4 роки тому +18

    Shameless

  • @theguyfromtsukihime3898
    @theguyfromtsukihime3898 4 роки тому +12

    LOVE ARROW SHOOTO! 🏹❤ (oof)

  • @Naga27
    @Naga27 4 роки тому +4

    WTW Y U DO DIS??? STARTING THE VIDEO WITH FINAL LIVE BokuHikari?!?! 1 minute in and I'm going to freaking cry

  • @LLInnovA
    @LLInnovA 4 роки тому +5

    That was beautiful. Thanks for this present for best girl Umi

  • @TrueBeLeafer
    @TrueBeLeafer 4 роки тому +8

    Rin is my girl, but I love Umi as well. I always felt like the last two episodes of season 1 were big character episodes for the 2nd years, especially Umi, who had to set Honoka straight and also challenged Kotori to really asked what she wanted. Three cheers for Umi-chan! 💙

  • @drei5064
    @drei5064 4 роки тому +3

    Best girl might not get a dedicated episode, but Umi is already perfect

  • @rg7992
    @rg7992 3 роки тому +1

    Umi was my favourite character anyway

  • @Blue-Code
    @Blue-Code 4 роки тому +2

    Another great analysis. Keep it up!!!! Also Happy Birthday Umi :)

  • @rafiboy05
    @rafiboy05 4 роки тому +3

    I love Umi. I even own an itasha with Umi theme that I drive around and use it as a daily car.

  • @smugqing5164
    @smugqing5164 4 роки тому +1

    Happy birthday Umi!!

  • @hi66jx
    @hi66jx 4 роки тому +2

    ah..............................best girl

  • @septumhyacinthe2053
    @septumhyacinthe2053 4 роки тому +1

    This is something I never knew I needed. Thank you for bringing some justice to my best girl ❤️

  • @saberultra9336
    @saberultra9336 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for making this video

  • @sophiaf.writes
    @sophiaf.writes 4 роки тому +1

    This video really touched me and made me cry. Thank you so much 💙🏹🏞

  • @atsukidani3266
    @atsukidani3266 4 роки тому +2

    I love these videos, I hope you will be able to make for all the girls. Keep up the good work!

  • @christinerandolph3237
    @christinerandolph3237 3 роки тому

    What a nice video, I love this ^

  • @Cozye7
    @Cozye7 4 роки тому +2

    Best Girl

  • @Silverstorm173
    @Silverstorm173 4 роки тому +1

    These videos make me cry i just cant it makes me feel like love live is over all over again and umi will always be best girl

  • @RntLnr
    @RntLnr 4 роки тому +2

    Hey, thank you for your great videos on Love Live!
    Thanks to you, I've just finished second season of School Idol Project, and I love it!!
    I've cried already so much, their relationship is too beautiful for my soft heart to handle, lol. But I still have so much to get into, it's so exciting!
    I already feel that this will be one of those series that I'll revisit at least once a year, always discovering something new.
    I'm so glad I watched your last video and gave Love Live a try! Thank you!!

  • @shuuichissaihara
    @shuuichissaihara 4 роки тому +3

    She is my best girl too amazing taste~

  • @wildcross123
    @wildcross123 4 роки тому +2

    I’m still mad at those people never giving Umi an episode

  • @jasuly
    @jasuly 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for informing me on Umi as a fan of the series I always thought she was annoying, but all the points you made were certainly true. You changed my perspective of her and I must say thank you.

    • @shunyuan7147
      @shunyuan7147 4 роки тому +1

      Sulyyxy how is umi even annoying. What annoys me is rin

  • @THE_EXPERIMENTER
    @THE_EXPERIMENTER 3 роки тому

    Why Umi Sonoda is a Toyota Sera *_Forgotten Engineering Masterpiece_*
    The Toyota Sera was what seemed like a cheap alternative to the weeb-loved Autozam Az-1, but it was actually much more than that. It had a peppy 81 kw 1.5 L Inline 4 engine which doesn't seem like much until you remember this car only weighs 930 kg. This meant the Sera could do 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and had a decent top speed of 195 km/h. Its doors inspired those of the legendary Mclaren F1, which many other supercars adopted and used. But the best part about all this is that the Toyota Sera is practical and reliable, even though it's fun to ride and doesn't have the bad reliability of an Rx-7 or a Autozam or a Nico or a Hanayo. Overall, the Sera is a well-rounded and good-looking and yet reliable car that you wouldn't mind having as a daily driver, just like you wouldn't mind having Umi as a waifu or just a good friend. Umi was never really remembered like Nico or Eli were but she was very important and hard-working, just like a Toyota Sera. All we need now is a Sera with Umi Itasha :)
    ua-cam.com/video/8Fqu6VgtJ04/v-deo.html
    ua-cam.com/video/OoihSOhWO3Q/v-deo.html

  • @iAcerjs
    @iAcerjs 4 роки тому +3

    Ah yes, more love live content!

  • @aurory_
    @aurory_ 4 роки тому +4

    6:01 oh my god that timing.. shit that scared me, i thought umi was possessed by nozomi...

  • @krizapen
    @krizapen 4 роки тому +2

    oH yes an analysis on my best girl :)

  • @Joisuakajxisu
    @Joisuakajxisu 4 роки тому +3

    YES!

  • @animetoonshd3889
    @animetoonshd3889 4 роки тому +2

    I like her voice the most -w-

  • @hidori6435
    @hidori6435 4 роки тому +3

    This made my heart warm ahhhh Besto Girl definitely Umidah uwu. Still disappointed that she's got no focus episode but it's okay I love her all the way hmm hmm.

  • @DonnyK17
    @DonnyK17 4 роки тому +1

    I haven't been able to get through all of the SIP anime, but I couldn't resist the urge to watch this because Umi is my best girl and anything regarding her is worth dropping everything I could be doing at the moment!

  • @lohanasilva5764
    @lohanasilva5764 4 роки тому +2

    Please do a video about Hanamaruu!she is my favorite character and lot a people say she does nothing but eat...she deserves more love!T.T

  • @yokedokie8719
    @yokedokie8719 4 роки тому +1

    I love this and would also like to see the other characters analyzed

  • @BlueverseProject
    @BlueverseProject 3 роки тому +1

    Maki and Umi are the best Muse girls and Dia is the best Aqours girl!

  • @misty_starlight3782
    @misty_starlight3782 4 роки тому +2

    that's so true :)

  • @oreotypical949
    @oreotypical949 2 роки тому +2

    She did get an episode (kinda) S1 E3

  • @우폭
    @우폭 4 роки тому +1

    Umi umi umi umi umi

  • @rosekaede
    @rosekaede 4 роки тому +1

    literally no one:
    captions: this is sonoda ohh me

  • @bluemuppet6
    @bluemuppet6 4 роки тому +1

    just play the VN if you can find it, that'll tell you what you need to know. Umi is a great story.

  • @noodlegirl8180
    @noodlegirl8180 4 роки тому

    i still cry on the non existant focus episode

  • @BlazinNate12
    @BlazinNate12 4 роки тому +3

    Even tho I'm no that big of a fan of Love Live as I used to be.
    Umi is best girl. Fite me.

  • @evilpoptropica
    @evilpoptropica 4 роки тому

    BEST GIRL BEST GIRL BEST GIRL

  • @brettu5052
    @brettu5052 4 роки тому +1

    Great video. Umi is one of my top girls. Here’s hoping you’ll do a video about my best girl Maki.

  • @satoushio4356
    @satoushio4356 4 роки тому

    Before watching love live I love Kotori Minami but after watching love live I love Umi Sonoda

  • @moonkms8932
    @moonkms8932 4 роки тому +1

    My friends tease me when I say Umi is my best girl. They just don't understand~

  • @waifuwilson6061
    @waifuwilson6061 4 роки тому +5

    Broke: Nico is best girl!
    Woke: Eli is best girl!
    Bespoke: Hanayo is best girl!

  • @Aussir
    @Aussir 4 роки тому

    Umi is to Honoka as Sam is to Frodo. Honoka wouldn’t have gotten very far without Umi.

  • @staspastukh2005
    @staspastukh2005 4 роки тому

    Speaking of, Umi Sonoda prototype was used in the couple of RKO Radio Pictures' cartoons.

  • @angelchan9218
    @angelchan9218 4 роки тому +2

    please do Hanamaru next! ^^

  • @ameliabloodborne3366
    @ameliabloodborne3366 4 роки тому

    Can you like stop making me cry ???????

  • @bluemuppet6
    @bluemuppet6 4 роки тому

    in some ways she's like a coach or manager to the girls.