Gundam: Witch from Mercury || red: birthmark || English ver.

[@Sapphberry]

Birthday upload! Did you know I voiced the sassy Secelia Dote in the English dub of this show?👀 You can check it out all seasons of Gundam: Witch from Mercury on Crunchryoll now! And to celebrate being part of such an awesome show, I'm currently selling SIGNED Secelia "Makeup!" prints on my merch shop right now! Check it out: sapphire-digital.storenvy.com/

[@mooneclipsedragon]

HOLY DATA STORM!!!! I was waiting for one of my favorite cover artist-singers to do a GWitch song!!! AAAAAAAA I'M SO EXCITED!!! You were the PERFECT voice actor for Secelia and I'm so happy for your success!!!!! LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@Sapphberry]

@@mooneclipsedragonThanks so much 🥹

[@AtheistPirate]

Secilia is criminally underutilized. She deserves way more screentime than she got.

[@Sapphberry]

@@AtheistPirate agreed u__u

[@Valkyrie963]

I miss the rare retro anime dub that'd have the openings done in English. Woulda been cool to see used this track used for that, especially since you had a role here!

[@Ruin368]

"And maybe I'd lie, and say it didn't hurt. God whys it have to hurt" This one gets me the most for tragedy level takes

[@meoto0716]

1:56 Hi I am Japanese. I was So surprised when I realized that the English lyric “I might not ” made it closer to Japanese lyric pronounced “Aimai-na “ Great work.

[@objeccination]

Hello! Thank you for the kind words about the English lyrics. Because Red;birthmark's Japanese lyrics are very beautiful, writing new lyrics is a challenge. ♡

[@Neremworld]

@@objeccination Why wasn't a translation done for it, instead of just completely discarding the Japanese lyrics?

[@InternetAddict069]

​@@Neremworld ????

[@Neremworld]

@@InternetAddict069 The lyrics being sung are not actually a translation of the the song Redbirthmark. They're almost entirely different with only allusions to the actual lyrics. It's not really a cover of redbirthmark, but a new song using the same music.

[@cristianbernal8009]

​@@Neremworldit is becauae Japanese and English are two completely different languages with different rules to how they write and a direct translation can just sound off or not flow properly with the song ultimately making it worse. So most cover artists wont do a direct translation and instead make their own cover to keep rhythm and flow of the song consistent. Thats why these are called "Covers" rather than "translations"

[@LadyRegalli]

This song is SO technically challenging, but you nailed it! Fantastic job.

[@crazyrabbit23]

2:55 “This moment is wrong, but it’s mine.” goes so incredibly hard!!! Ive been following you for a while, another amazing cover!!!! : )

[@AtheistPirate]

Suletta won't forgetta this one.

[@andrewowens4421]

I feel like this is the sound Secilia sung at Suletta and Miorine's wedding. It would fit.

[@lewa3910]

Secelia's dub actress singing my favourite song of 2023! LET'S GOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🔥❤‍🔥🔥

[@christopherlacy425]

I knew it was tragic even without the lyrics but Jesus...

[@lp1spiritguidance577]

The first time I heard the og version I immediately went… that’s the female equivalent of king toshite unravel ❤

[@alpacalips4887]

These aren’t the actual lyrics of the original song,it’s vastly different then this English cover,if you could even call it that

[@MadBrax]

Just a heads up, this is not a direct translation, more like an alternate take from Suletta's perspective. Give the original lyrics a read, they are even more soul crushing :(

[@lewa3910]

@@alpacalips4887 Still really well written

[@StanleyRBLX]

FINALLY SOMEONE MADE AN ENGLISH COVER

[@lax9586]

I love the levels of emotion in this song. Both this version and the OG version you can feel the depth of feelings the songs are channeling. It is beautiful.

[@Kagekatsu1]

I want to imagine this is Secelia singing at Suletta and Miorine's wedding. Excellent cover, madam.

[@OsirisLord]

Miorine: I told her to not go hard.

[@lewa3910]

I need fanart of that!🙏💖

[@RezaQin]

Good thing the music was good because the show sucked.

[@trypr]

Phenomenal cover: I was in tears by the end. A wildly romantic performance.

[@danello9091]

The og Red:Birthmark majorly presented Miorine's perspective and her desire to free Suletta from her fate, and your cover as I see it, more than a cover, feels like a complimentary piece showing us what Suletta is feeling in response to the original lyrics, it's honestly beautiful. To me, both songs stand side by side. Amazing work!

[@danello9091]

@@ButWhyWasTaken That's fair! I just prefer to see it through the lens of the characters as that's what makes sense to me given this song was used as an ending theme, and I think it's too big a coincidence since what a gathered from the original song does apply to both our MCs. Both Suletta and Miorine had their moments of simple-mindedness and selfishness alike, but it's through the choices they make through the resulting consequences of those actions that the foundations of their relationship are laid and their bonds tempered, which in the end is one of the strongest forms of fantasy: Overcoming obstacles with the bond of another. Sadly never as reliable in reality.

[@resileaf9501]

@@ButWhyWasTaken Whether the lyrics were initially intended to be interpreted that way or not doesn't change that this different interpretation still fits almost perfectly and there is no way that was overlooked when the song was chosen for the ED.

[@resileaf9501]

@@ButWhyWasTaken Considering it plays during the credits, it's related to Gundam by that virtue alone. ;)

[@resileaf9501]

@@ButWhyWasTaken lol

[@Peasham]

​@@ButWhyWasTakenLmfao, brother wait til you find out about Fooly Cooly, media in general routinely picks out original songs because they're thematically appropriate for the story.

[@IlUnreaLIl]

Birthmark was probably my favorite ED sequence ever, but somehow this rendition is even better. Honestly amazing!

[@roxii7190]

Same! I fell in love with it first time

[@cameraman7016]

It may be your birthday Sapphire, but clearly you have given us one hell of a gift. Thanks for such an awesome cover.

[@SolicitorPirate]

Secelia got off the couch for this one

[@qtmisskris8743]

Honestly wasn’t sure how to feel about an English version to this song. But I’m glad I gave it a listen. The original singers voice is what made that song for me. The way her voice cracks when she hits those high notes just generates the tragedy and passion for the song. I thought I was gonna be put off by how different the lyrics were, but I’m actually kinda happy you changed it up. I grew up in the era of dubbed theme songs and god was that horrible. But even changing the lyrics, the beautiful tragedy of the song shines through in the same way. I can appreciate you making the song your own. I wouldn’t necessarily call it an “English version” tho. It’s more like…and English twist. 😂

[@privateeyety5735]

YESSSS! Was hoping you'd do a cover of this! It's everything I hoped! Loved this song it gave me chills

[@starkumi6494]

*The cover even slap harder than the tomato🍅👋*

[@Sapphberry]

omg

[@dabidoak]

The chorus for this song always hits so high (like at 1:00 I can only do squeaks at that range LOL). You really killed it with the vocal execution. Great work covering this -- this song was one of my most obsessed songs from last season!

[@biobiobio7777]

Oh man I nearly teared up at 0:51 . Freaking awesome job!!!

[@LeynaSept]

IM GENUINELY GOING TO CRY IN PUBLIC RN, your voice is so beautiful!!! I didnt think it was possible for a cover to carry an equally power energy as the JP singer nailed, but you proved me wrong! This is my favorite song of all time, im also going to uwucon to meet Suletta’s JP VA this very next morning so im feeling extra nostalgic about the series so this is really emotional for me, ❤ this cover is so wonderful.

[@kairussell2156]

Your voice at, "God, why's it have to hurt?"! GAA! 😆 Shivers! 🔥 Your voice is so damn powerful, beautiful, and expressive! 🌈🌦 Now to add this to three character playlists and save a link for easy access to listen in the morning! ✨

[@JeiBlossom]

Girl, this is sapphic as fuck. Thank you

[@resileaf9501]

Well, her name *is* Sapphire. 😎

[@WiiDude83]

Probably my fav ED song in a long time. And you killed it! Fantastic job!

[@Jordanationalismtion]

God, that was absolutely gorgeous.

[@FangzV]

I don't even have words for how much I love this cover. I knew you'd totally nail it but this is beyond what I could imagine. Great work, and hope you have a happy birthday.

[@leewilder2896]

A perfect localization of a wonderful song. And YOU'RE SECILIA?! OMG instant subscription - If you can, come to Otakon someday, I want to get your autograph at my "home con"!

[@Sapphberry]

Let them know you want me to guest!

[@mooneclipsedragon]

RED:BIRTHMARK COVER LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@OtherMomo]

YEEEEAAAAHHHHHHHHH

[@fredrichvilmschmitt6777]

I have no idea how many times I've listened to this cover, and it still hits every single time

[@Peasham]

Some people really listen to a song like this and say "nah this series ain't gay", amazing cover needless to say.

[@UFCWWE69]

Cause that’s the point of the show right? 🤦‍♂️

[@Peasham]

@@UFCWWE69 I mean, the show has plenty of points, one of them being the love story as is Gundam tradition, yes.

[@Quarataia]

Absolute banger.

[@macha-3]

this is good cover ‼️

[@UltimaShadowX]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SAPPHIRE! Thank you for gifting us with your amazing voice.

[@Sapphberry]

Thank you as always!

[@Zerokin]

True Fact: She voiced Secelia Dote in this anime

[@MechaGirlOTD]

I was hoping we'd get to hear a full version of it ❤️

[@Chazkuangshi]

Wow!!! I didn't know what to expect with this being such a difficult song and you nailed it!

[@robertt7524]

YOUR PERFORMANCE WAS AMAZING!!! I never leave comments but for this I just genuinely had to express my appreciation for your beautiful work in the community!!! It does not go unnoticed!!! :D this most certainly won't be the last comment I leave either I'm sure, so happy I got to hear this early, I hope you have a wonderful day and I look forward to hearing more of your pieces in the future but for now! This shall be on loop!!!!! ^^

[@Sapphberry]

Appreciate you taking the time to comment. Thanks!

[@eveolyte9724]

This cover is so good!!! And the way the lyrics relate to the show so well, ugh it's brilliant❤

[@kingdavidbeast_8220]

⭐️🔥10/10 AWESOME SINGING PERFORMANCE🔥⭐️ & 🎉🎂HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAPPHIRE🎂🎉 ⭐️🔥KEEP ON BEING GOATED AT BOTH GOATED VOICE ACTRESS & GOATED SINGER🔥⭐️

[@zainnf826]

Oh wow! Truly a Vocal Eden.

[@Gaoshiki]

Incredible, your singing is so well suited for this song. Love it!

[@PanmyxiaYT]

why you gotta give me chills like that

[@MrEmanuele99]

This is probably one of my most favorite anime-related song in a long time and you absolutely nailed it, genuine chills down my spine!

[@SpaniardVT]

Absolutely Amazing!!!! this is so good!!

[@cax1175]

Happy Birthday! I'm gonna be in Japan in January and hope to see Aina the End January 10 in Shibuya!

[@DedMan28]

Goosebumps right now, Ms. Cassie. Really nailed the vocal depth from the original. Very well done, and also HBD to ye!

[@Sapphberry]

Thank you!

[@Vicioussama]

Wow, this is gorgeous. I love it.

[@mechelozano641]

OMG so beautiful. You need to cover the other ending and openings please

[@ourcraft9172]

ABSOLUTE FUCKING FIRE

[@m1stnoob201]

Perfect ,just felt the same feeling while hearing this and the original.

[@caelumdraws6413]

I've been waiting for a english dub cover of this. You really captured the essence of song with each lyric

[@MrMonty456]

Fantastic work as always Sapphire. Happy Birthday!

[@corinhemphill5466]

Happy Birthday! This cover is incredible!

[@KirbyFanDude]

Happy Birthday!

[@SatoriKenshou]

I was hoping a cover from you would happen the moment I first heard this song! It felt like a natural fit with your voice. :D

[@antst]

i came in here seeing the thumbnail and name and was like, theres no way they replicate the emotion of the singer of this song, then bam. chills

[@Gag1800]

Oh wow you really nailed it, the fluctuating pitch, the voice cracks, absolutely killed it! It genuinely sounds like an English version of the original song and not just a cover.

[@TheCreepypro]

love when voice actresses cover songs from their own show! I just think it is neat!

[@Hotdog718]

It's criminal how this video doesn't have more views

[@resileaf9501]

Watch it every day like I do and every day we'll give it more and more views. 😎

[@Shenlong429]

That was another great cover from the Gundam Universe

[@tom8636]

ive been following you for as long as i can remember since i discovered your kill la kill covers and i mean this when i say i relaly hope we get to hear you in some english openings for shows one day !!! your sooo talented

[@PenguinXIII]

Let me just say, I loved this song when I very first heard it, watching the witch from Mercury. Even without being able to fully understand the lyrics, the level of depth of emotion the vocals carried were absolutely bone chilling, and to hear you do this rendition, I literally lost my breath listening to it. It’s so incredibly tragic, and beautiful, and powerful! If I wasn’t already incredibly sure of how unbelievably talented you are, this sealed the deal. This was absolutely remarkable. Matched beautifully note for note! Thanks for putting this out there!

[@resileaf9501]

I've finished watching the anime last week and I've been obsessed with this song since. It's so beautiful it hurts, no matter the version. Absolutely amazing work!!

[@ftnhungpiano]

Mad skills and INSANE range. (F3 to A5 iirc from transcribing it to piano)

[@reggiejames6255]

i love this song, it's too bad that it triggers gut wrenching memories from my favorite Gundam series.

[@RezaQin]

Try other series. WfM is pretty and has good music but there's far better Gundam shows. Zeta, Unicorn, 8th MS ain't bad, and Stardust Memory is alright. Turn A is really good.

[@objeccination]

Congrats on your special day! I adore this one and have been looking forward to it at bated breath!!

[@Sapphberry]

Thank you so much!

[@Delta0kami]

You were the person I was hoping would do this cover, it's perfect

[@gabrielc.05]

I love this cover so much, thanks for the treat even though it's your birthday w

[@playingfireleo2962]

You did so well with this. And the fact you voiced Secelia Dote, makes this even better. I have yet to watch the English Dub, but judging from this you did a good job. Fantastic even.

[@multiYellowHorse]

made me cry, which is rare

[@LunarSniperWifle]

Holy. Wow. I love listening to the song in japenese and this suddenly came across my homepage and Im so happy it did. I never looked up the lyric translation and hearing this. Wow. It adds even more emotions to it all, got goosebumps and almost cried by understanding what the lyrics are and the story theyre telling, you did such amazing work with this thank you.

[@Neremworld]

Yeah uh you should probably not look up the lyric translation if you don't want to ruin this version. While the singing is great, the lyrics are completely made up and have very little to do with the original song.

[@LunarSniperWifle]

@Neremworld Oh ive watched the JP version with subs. I still do love this version. Translating more directly and still having it match the progression of music would be very hard, so its no surprise that changes were made (and i feel were done very well to capture the overall message/vibe of the original lyrics)

[@Neremworld]

@@LunarSniperWifle It might be ‘very hard’ but it’d be a lot more faithful than just writing an entirely new song and passing that off as a ‘cover’.

[@batknight2014]

Beautifully sung, to call this fire would be an understatement!

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Awesome song and cover!!

[@brandonadrien3476]

Happy birth anniversary and good looks for cookin again with your vocals on this. I also really liked the lyrics, especially the "cuts with every thorn" and Gepetto parts.

[@Arcemise]

A fantastic cover! Captures the theme and emotion wonderfully :D

[@dragonfirex22]

You never miss. Fantastic job.

[@LukyMotion]

Letsgo!!!

[@Sapphberry]

Your animation skills are incredible. Thanks so much for bringing these videos to life!

[@LukyMotion]

​@@Sapphberrythank you so much😭❤ and Happy birthday Cassie! May this year bring you all the happiness in the world🎉🎉

[@Beast-gx1qn]

I’ve been waiting for an english cover of this for so long! This is amazing!!!

[@KeitaFishingCat]

Randomely stumbled across you through this and you NAILED it! I've been listening to this song nonstop since the anime came out and your cover is so spot on! Insta-followed on Spotify! Wonderful work!

[@representativejoints1188]

The energy of this cover is fantastic.

[@Dracobyte]

Awesome cover!

[@comradefreedom8275]

That hit much harder than I wanted it to. Damn...

[@Cerberuselite]

this is phenomenal

[@QuantumPurple]

This is amazing, you did a wonderful job! and man I knew the lyrics were sad just from the tone but I didn’t know it was this depressing.

[@lewa3910]

Also happy birthday! 🎉💖

[@ivantsang2156]

Ash in my throat, those words are deep !🎉😮

[@xMarik96]

HOLY WOW THIS IS FANTASTIC! THANK! YOU! SO MUCH!

[@CrimsonKamina]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!!!!

[@X23SSaviourGundam]

AMAZING. I'm in love with this song!

[@john2043]

I have been waiting for this cover I am so excited

[@FadeGalaxis]

Sapphire please do more Gundam please please please please you do them so well!!

[@masdimtzu531]

Underrated song, amazing cover!

[@RebaHashiri]

Hey Sapphire, you ever thought of doing a cover to Sakura Nagashi by Utada Hikaru? I feel like your voice would be perfect for that!!!

[@Sapphberry]

Not that specific song, but I do love Utada Hikaru…

[@RebaHashiri]

she's a great singer, one of my favotites!@@Sapphberry

[@strategist9]

Such a beautiful cover! (Hope you had a happy birthday!)

[@Sapphberry]

I did! Thank you

[@Silvernirvash]

This was beautifully done. Much respect

[@wannabkain4400]

I loved this one the most thank you!

[@alexwatts1356]

I cannot stop listening to this. You just got the fastest subscriber in me. Talent is just pouring from this cover. Amazing job. ❤

[@SoggySoup]

Honestly didn’t expect it to live up to the original vocals that well. Nice.

[@domsaalmost]

I think this is not literally the translation but man, it hurts! Thanks for this cover

[@Neremworld]

By 'not literally the translation' one unfortunately means 'made-up the lyrics, didn't translate'.

[@llyando]

Awesome.