I don't quite feel the same way about Ayu as I used to. I discovered her way back in 2003 and I was always a huge fan of her music, until recently. She's gorgeous but not the best looking, and her songs are good but not amazing to me - but she's still my favourite artist.

And the reason is because of her vibe, her atmosphere, the command and influence she has over her own work, and the way she handles her image and especially her relationships. She isn't too guarded to make friends with her fans, and she is selfless and just. Her personality is one of a kind and I find that the most attractive and lovable thing about her.