Official FAKY (フェイキー) Thread

[l u n n a]

F   A   K   Y 

 

 

 

FAKY is a Japanese girl group formed under rhythm zone, a subsidiary of avex. The group consists of members Anna, Lil' Fang, Mikako, Akina, and previously Tina and Diane before their departure from the group on June of 2014. Their name is derived from the word 'fake' to challenge themselves to bring something new and real to the Japanese music scene. 

 

During the beginning of July 2013, teasers of the group were released through avex's official YouTube channel and on the 29th they released their debut YouTube exclusive single "Better Without You". However it wasn't until January 2014 that they started to release their songs digitally. Their first single "P.O.V." was announced with a video shoot but was quickly cancelled in early 2014. On June 16th it was announced that the group would be ceasing activities for the remainder of the year and planned on making a comeback under a revamped FAKY in 2015. Nevertheless they decided to release a digital mini-album called The One in early July. During this time members Diane and Tina decided to leave FAKY, stating differences in the direction the group was going. On September 2015 a comeback sign and a new FAKY logo were uploaded to their official social networks and website. On October 16th, the first teaser was uploaded for their return, titled "FAKY is BACK", and a new member Akina was introduced.

 

In 2016 their label, Avex, decided to make a supergroup consisting of FAKY, FEMM (duo group), and solo singer Yup'in called FAMM'IN. Overall with four different personalities and styles, the girls are ready to come together "as one" to share their passion and joy for music to the world.

 

____________________ MEMBERS _____________________

 

 

「 ANNA ã€

 

THE LEADER OF FAKY AND A "CLASS ACT" WHO CONSISTENTLY MAINTAINS HER OWN STYLE

 

Real Name: Sawai Anna (澤井æ奈)

Birth Date: June 6, 1992

Place of Birth: New Zealand

Blood Type: A

Languages: Japanese, English

Hobbies: Music, Movies

SNS: Twitter - Instagram

 

 23 years old, born in New Zealand, Anna spent her younger years in Hong Kong and the Philippines. Growing up on U.S. Pop songs, she aspired to be a singer after seeing Britney Spears perform. Anna, a student of ballet, came back to Japan when she was in fourth grade to audition for the leading role of “Annieâ€, the musical. She landed the role as Annie on her second try the following year which kicked off her career in show business. Anna likes to keep her style “simple yet refined†which may be a bit misleading according to Mikako who says “Anna comes off as being somewhat of a cool princess, but she really has the sweetest heartâ€. Akina follows, saying, “Anna is the leader, but leads us all in a way which we can all have funâ€. “ I  know that  I  have to lead the group, but  I  like to make my decisions after having extensive discussions with the entire groupâ€, says Anna who also mentioned that she prefers to “mellow out†to music in her down time.

 

 

「 LIL' FANG ã€

 

A "TRUE ARTIST" WITH POWERFUL VOCALS AND ARTISTIC SENSIBILITY

 

Birth Date: November 11, 1993

Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan

Blood Type: B 

Languages: Japanese

Hobby: Baking

SNS: Twitter - Instagram

 

 Lil’ Fang who likes London street style fashion was inspired to be a singer when she witnessed Kumi Koda release 12 singles in 12 consecutive weeks. Lil’ Fang listens to a wide range of music from j-hip hop, anime songs to rock music, saying that at one time, she also got caught up in the american singing competition craze on TV which prompted her to learn all of the classic European and U.S. hits. The name “Lil’ Fang†was given to her by her music teacher as she started to take lessons in her junior year of high school. Lil’ Fang was already an experienced artist in her own right by the time she joined FAKY singing English cover songs throughout the club circuit in Tokyo. “ I think that I am the ‘loud one’ in the group. I like to talk, so I think I’m the one tasked with pumping everybody up before our live shows,†(Lil’ Fang). But don’t be fooled says Anna, “Lil’ Fang is wild, but actually the most girly out of all of usâ€. Mikako backs Anna saying, “Lil is strong and aggressive, but she likes the cutest little things and is definitely the most girly in our groupâ€.

 

 

「 MIKAKO ã€

 

THE TYPICALLY "CUTE" JAPANESE GIRL WHO IS AN ATYPICALLY POWERFUL PERFORMER

 

Birth Date: June 7, 1994

Place of Birth: Fukuoka, Japan

Blood Type: A 

Languages: Japanese

Hobbies: Shopping, Going on car trips with friends

SNS: Twitter - Instagram

 

“I’m not sure what my exact role is in this group so I’m currently searching,†says Mikako who always manages to be herself no matter what the situation. Not overly trendy in her style, Mikako is extremely approachable and has the power to instantaneously make everyone happy. “She is the one that everyone has fun with,†says Lil’ Fang. Mikako was first bitten by the show biz bug when she was in kindergarten. She quickly realized that “there was nothing else better in this world†than to perform for a crowd and she has worked hard to hone her skills as a singer and dancer ever since. “She is stubborn in a good way. She knows what she wants and goes after it,†says Anna. Akina also attests to Mikako’s work habits saying, “Mikako is always the first one to show up and she truly works hard.†Musically, she is probably the biggest J-POP lover out of the four girls, but says that she has always liked girl bands both from Japan and abroad and that she always aspired to “create as a groupâ€. With FAKY, her wishes have certainly come true.

 

 

「 AKINA ã€

 

TEENAGE CALI GIRL

 

Real Name: Akina Johnson

Birth Date: November 23, 1999

Place of Birth: California, U.S.

Blood Type: A

Languages: English, Japanese

SNS: Twitter - Instagram

 

Akina was born in California between her American father and Japanese mother and says that her role in the group is to “infuse the group with American culture.†She spent her younger years in Okinawa, Japan, went back to the U.S., moved around a few places, then came to Japan again to join FAKY. “I’m used to moving around so I think that I’m great at making friends,†says Akina who has quickly grown close with the other three girls. “Akina is much more mature than her age,†says Anna. Mikako chimes in saying, “Akina is very perceptive and very much aware of her surroundings.†Akina has been taking vocal and dance lessons since she was six years old and has recently been working on her songwriting skills with her guitar. Akina is definitely in tune with the current music scene listening to alternative R&B and electro artists such as The Weeknd and Years & Years. Fashion-wise, Vanessa Hudgens is definitely her “it†girl.

 

_________________ FORMER MEMBERS _________________

 

 

 

「 DIANE ã€

 

A DEDICATED PERFORMER WHO WON THE "AVEX AUDITION MAX 2013

 

Real Name: Diane Colquhoun (ダイアン・ケルフーン)

Birth Date: January 28, 1996

Place of Birth: Okinawa, Japan

Blood Type: O

Languages: Japanese, English

Hobbies: Piano, Singing

SNS: Instagram - Twitter

 

Diane (which now uses the stage name, Haruki) is now a vocalist in the band Telecide!

 

Half Japanese, half American bilingual Okinawan beauty. The "Cinderella story", coming out of nowhere to win the "Avex Audition Max 2013". Working as a student model in Okinawa, Diane brings a breath of fresh air with her Okinawan beauty and melodic vocals. She is set to make her debut in 2013 as a member of FAKY, realizing her long-time dream of becoming a major label artist.

 

 

「 TINA ã€

 

THE YOUNGEST, "BOHEMIAN" FREE-WHEELING PRODIGY

 

Real Name: Tina Johnson (ティナ・ジョンソン)

Birth Date: December 18, 1996

Place of Birth: Atlanta, Georgia (U.S.)

Blood Type: A

Languages: Japanese, English

Hobbies: Movies, Sports, Books

SNS: Instagram

 

Half Japanese, half American high school student in Tokyo. Having been a cheerleader at her high school, Tina is a natural performer who wears her heart on her sleeve. She has an outstanding presense on stage despite being the youngest of the group. She got acclaim as a talented vocalist when she performed at the opening of the US-Japan professional baseball game to sing both the American and Japanese national anthems.

 

 

____________________ DISCOGRAPHY ____________________

 

[sINGLES]

 

Latest Releases: 

 

Who We Are

Suga Sweet

Someday We'll Know

 

[OFFICIAL REMIXES]

 

BETTER WITHOUT YOU

 

 

______________ COLLABS & FEATURINGS ______________

 

[FAKY]

When You Wish Upon A Star

 

[ANNA]

The World Ends With You - World Sketch ft. Anna

 

[LIL'FANG]

 

[TINA]

 

[FAMM'IN]

 

_________________ OFFICIAL LINKS __________________

 

Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Youtube | Line | Blog

Edited June 14, 2018 by l u n n a

[l u n n a]

 ________________ PRE-DEBUT VIDEOS __________________

 

[ANNA] 

 

[LIL'FANG] 

 

[FORMER MEMBERS]

 

Edited June 13, 2018 by l u n n a

[Mich_]

was wondering when someone was gonna make a thread for them Tina 

[Little Eight]

I really like Lil Fang <3

[l u n n a]

was wondering when someone was gonna make a thread for them Tina 

 

 

I really like Lil Fang <3

 

I still don't know who my fave is  ...I'm stuck between Fang/Anna/Diane

[Mich_]

I still don't know who my fave is  ...I'm stuck between Fang/Anna/Diane

LOL Diane and Anna are tied for 2nd for me. u know my reason for liking Tina the best already so i don't have to explain XD

[l u n n a]

LOL Diane and Anna are tied for 2nd for me. u know my reason for liking Tina the best already so i don't have to explain XD

Speaking of that....while making the thread I noticed Anna is a few weeks older than me

[stop]

Anna is the prettiest by far

[Mich_]

Anna kinda reminds me of someone that used to go to my school..

[Amaya]

Anna's my bias we got the same name and the same age 

[Amaya]

So they just finished recording a new song, what are u guys hoping for next?
http://instagram.com/p/dUNvSQRuiM/

[l u n n a]

So they just finished recording a new song, what are u guys hoping for next?

http://instagram.com/p/dUNvSQRuiM/

 

You beat me to it! I was just gonna post about that

I'm so excited for it!!! I really like BWO  Can't wait to hear more of Fang/Anna/Tina's voices  

 

Btw here's a [13|08|22] Remix of BWO by REMO-CON  starts @21:30 + A small interview by the radio djs with Leader Anna and Fang: starts @23:00-28:21

I didn't know Anna's voice was so cute

Edited August 23, 2013 by Chiki

[mglsts]

Finally a thread for them!

Still undecided between Anna and Mikako 

[Seto]

Anna looks hot.

[Amaya]

You beat me to it! I was just gonna post about that

I'm so excited for it!!! I really like BWO  Can't wait to hear more of Fang/Anna/Tina's voices  

 

Btw here's a [13|08|22] Remix of BWO by REMO-CON  starts @21:30 + A small interview by the radio djs with Leader Anna and Fang: starts @23:00-28:21

I didn't know Anna's voice was so cute

ohhh sorry bout that listening to remix, and yes I soooo want them to put to rest those who say they were tryhards and show them some real vocal pyrotechnics

 

Anna u r to die for!!! her laugh   

 

[l u n n a]

ohhh sorry bout that listening to remix, and yes I soooo want them to put to rest those who say they were tryhards and show them some real vocal pyrotechnics

 

Anna u r to die for!!! her laugh   

 

Its okay...lol

Omg yes!!! although 3:13-3:53 of BWO = slaylage

[Amaya]

Its okay...lol

Omg yes!!! although 3:13-3:53 of BWO = slaylage

yes was pretentious as how this song is already club material but that dj did magic!

[l u n n a]

~ Photo Updates ~

 

[Anna's IG] 13|08|20

"Make-up time"

 

[Mikako's IG] 13|08|21

"Lil Fang ♡"

 

Source: Anna and Mikako's Official Instagrams

Translation by: murasakisky @ tumblr

 

SO FREAKING CUTE!!!!!!    

Edited August 23, 2013 by Chiki

[l u n n a]

[FACEBOOK UPDATES]

 

13|08|23

 

Here is a photo from the other day's live event.
The girls are gearing up for a-nation!
Hope to see you guys there!

 

 

13|08|21

 

The girls are working hard to get ready for a-nation.
As part of their preparation FAKY took the stage at a private event yesterday!
Here's a scene from rehearsals
 

 
 
Can't wait to see them at A-nation!  I wanna see them perform BWO already

Edited August 23, 2013 by Chiki

[l u n n a]

[Youtube Update]

 

Better Without You Remix by REMO-CON is now uploaded in Avex's Official Youtube Channel

 

 

I'm so loving this remix right now  This needs to be up on iTunes now!!!!!!!

[Mich_]

i keep seeing ads everywhere on youtube about their debut. Avex is really trying super hard to get them out there..

[l u n n a]

i keep seeing ads everywhere on youtube about their debut. Avex is really trying super hard to get them out there..

Really??? That's good especially since they're also aiming for the Int market too.

 

Hmmmm.....Avex should've done this with Bright too -______-

[Amaya]

Really??? That's good especially since they're also aiming for the Int market too.

 

Hmmmm.....Avex should've done this with Bright too -______-

Bright I will forever hate them for that

[l u n n a]

Bright I will forever hate them for that

I'm still mad at Avex for fucking them over like that!  They are so talented and to see it so to waste.....

Then again Avex is known for fucking shit up!

[l u n n a]

[Twitter Update]

 

13|08|26

 

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So according to FAKY's official twitter (And what I can understand from it)

They performed their new song at A-Nation. The song is titled "Girl Digger".

 

Source: Faky’s Official Twitter

Translated by: murasakisky @ tumblr

TAKE OUT WITH FULL CREDITS

 

Don't like the title name....but I'll judge when I hear the track!

Edited August 27, 2013 by Chiki