As Ae! group gears up for the release of their highly anticipated 1st album『D.N.A』 on February 18—their formation date—they’re kicking off their milestone celebration in style! They have just unveiled the Recording Music Video for “AKAN”!

With a title that playfully references the Kansai dialect’s “AKAN” (roughly meaning “No good,” “Hopeless,” or “That’s bad,” among others), the song delivers the exact opposite—a track so stylish and polished that fans are raving about its unexpected elegance.

The Recording Music Video offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the work they put into their craft. From intense moments of focus in the studio to candid, relaxed expressions in between takes, the video captures both the dedication and natural chemistry of the group. You see the way Masakado looks into the camera? あかん!

Crafted by Ayumu Imazu, a fellow Kansai-native and a musical genius in his own right, “AKAN” fuses a crisp, groovy beat with lyrics infused with Kansai spirit, creating an upbeat anthem that’s both infectious and deeply meaningful. Its vibrant energy perfectly showcases the group’s unique charm and musical versatility.

While the song’s beat pulses with a modern edge, its lyrics reflect both determination and a sense of grounding—capturing the essence of striving forward while never forgetting where you come from. Fans have noted how the lyrics resonate as an encouraging message to Ae! group themselves, making “AKAN” feel like more than just a song, but a heartfelt anthem of perseverance.

From the way Ae! group presents their music and carefully crafts it into each detail, it’s clear how they genuinely love music and all that surrounds it. That joy in turn spreads to their fans, and while there’s sometimes this underlying sense of ‘forced obligation‘ to buy and support the artists we love, it’s never the case with Ae! group. Their genuine passion and dedication spread to their fans, and ultimately, buying and supporting them comes naturally, without us even noticing.

And that’s the magic and pride of Ae! group.