ONE OK ROCK's TAKA On New Music, His Superpower, Ed Sheeran & Chester

[@AllisonHagendorf]

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[@kima679]

日本ではおそらく見る事の出来ない長尺インタビューありがとうございます。Takaの頼もしい受け答えに胸がいっぱいです。Takaへの愛も凄く感じられました。大満足です。

[@cherrylynpenano8508]

I love that he clarified that he's a homebody. I feel you Taka 😂, it's so much fun to be cozy at your own home.

[@pearl4772]

Taka voice just like 4C diamond ❤ catching all the shine 😊 I'm OOR fan from malaysia 🇲🇾 ❤

[@mac5011]

このインタビュー動画を見て、自然と5年前のリンキンパークとTakaの 対談動画を久しぶりに見たくなった。 その頃は日本語でインタビューに臨んでいたのに、今となっては凄く自然な英語で本当にこの人の努力と 吸収力は尊敬する

[@sunnylotus]

great interview - you can tell you’re a fan; you knew what to ask 😂

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@sunnylotus 🥰🙏🏼

[@natalier6363]

Супер-интервью. Так душевно. Улыбалась, плакала и смеялась, пока смотрела.Така такой живой и ранимый. Спасибо, что ещё больше раскрыли красоту его души, для тех кто и так его любит. Полностью согласна со всеми словами Эллисон в его адрес. Он по-настоящему потрясающий, необыкновенный человек.

[@doveandolive1153]

I came across ONE OK ROCK 6 months ago while listening to other Japanese artists and was floored by their talent. Love their sound and energy they give to their music. Too cool that I actually worked out to their music at 6am! Nothing beats pumping iron to their music. Thanks for having Taka on the show!

[@jolenenakamatsu4397]

I think this interview of Taka was the best ever. You asked such pertinent questions and even some fun ones and it really helped that you really know about One OK Rock. Some interviewers know nothing about them and it shows but you obviously really admire them and so it made this interview really special. The funniest part was when Taka said he was afraid of heights and could climb quickly but had to think about slowly coming down. I have seen videos of him in high places and knew he was afraid of heights so I guess he just got carried away. You also asked more interesting questions and I loved hearing Taka's answers. I just watched the MV for Dystopia and it was so awesome that I think One OK Rock is on its way to even greater fame. Thank you for this interview. I have to watch it again.

[@keshacain4612]

I couldn't have said it better myself......❤😊❤

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@jolenenakamatsu4397 I cannot express enough how much this means to me. I really pour my heart and soul into every one of my interview interviews and I have so much respect for my guests. I always set out to create an ultimate safe space so that they feel comfortable sharing, because that’s where the magic happens. Thank you so much for your support and for taking the time to share this. It means the world.

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@keshacain4612 Thank you so so much! 🙏🏼

[@TheExorcismus]

@@AllisonHagendorf I don't know if you will see or reply to this. But minutes into the interview, I was hoping you'd ask about Taka's covers because I haven't seen any interviewers ask about it. I was so happy you did because it shows that you actually know your interviewee and their music, and really recognize how amazing and underrrated his covers were. Name-dropping the Adele/Journey covers, c'mon now! Many outside of the loyal OOR fans doesn't even know about the covers, I'm glad you brought it up.

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@ you just made me smile! I try to read every comment and I really appreciate yours!!!! Thank you!!!

[@石川美代江]

TAKAさんはどんどん男になっててインタビューにもスムーズに答えるもう、何事も怖い者無しですね❤楽しそうで世界のワンオクです❤ずっと応援❤さすがです

[@aniellecristina6321]

omg i love taka so much 🥺

[@neko-iv6jh]

日常会話ならまだしも人に説明するって本当に大変なことだと思う。日本語でも人に伝わるよう説明するのって難しいのに英語でやってるんだから尊敬でしかない！Takaカッコいい！！そしてオシャレ❣❣

[@yamadakira10969]

I don't know how many times I've watched this interview, I loved it. ❤

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@yamadakira10969 this makes me so happy!!!! Thank you! 😊

[@irenawijas6306]

Dzięki za świetny wywiad. Taka rozwija swoje skrzydła . Niech leci

[@jesikasitorus9986]

Taka loves to say "like", it's kinda cute 🥰🥰🥰 Good luck with your new album, I think it will be spectacular. thank you for being there

[@froot453]

first heard of One OK Rock when they toured with Twenty One Pilots during their Japan leg awhile back. 10/10 glad to be a fan

[@thateditor1203]

This had me smiling from ear to ear. Every question, every conversation was crafted with so much care. Taka has such a brilliant mind and is so well-spoken that english as a language truly does not do him justice but I'm so glad you were able to see through it in this interview. Thank you for making him feel so comfortable and for being such a fantastic host.

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Wow thank you so, so much. This means the world to me!

[@36val36]

Merci pour cette formidable interview de Taka. J adore One OK Rock et Taka a vraiment une voix incroyable.... j ai eu la chance de les voir à Paris et ce concert était fabuleux.... Entendre la voix de Taka en live est une chose incroyable. J attends avec impatience leur album l année prochaine et ce qu ils nous réservent pour les années à venir. 🥰

[@kei.cee.07]

Taka being a homebody, a chef, and listening to healing music is super COOL!! Awesome trivia, love it! ❤

[@mkgenm5878]

Takaが英語を喋れなかった頃からずっと見てきたし、本当に感激している！私も頑張ろうっていつも思わせてくれてありがとう。 カバーアルバム本当に出して欲しいな❤

[@KillerDCInstinct]

this interview was so well done! loved the questions-loved the thoughtful and hilarious answers by Taka. awesome time to be alive to witness a humble rockstar / vocalist / bandmate take over the world! a fan since 2013!

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Thank you so much for sharing this with me! XO

[@Wengy-u4j]

I really like this interview ❤ I liked Taka said "the audience control me" very humble 😊

[@brownygurl13]

🥹 Touching moment when Taka talked about Chester B. of LP and what happened in 2017. I was the one who got excited about LP tour with OOR as an opening band in 2017. Then the tragedy turned my world upside down. I've been dealing with my depression for 7 years. It's good to hear about how he copes with his mental health. I wish he feels better every day, always surrounded by supportive, inspiring, and caring people who love him as he is. 🤍

[@violarainbow7187]

Taka talked so much and he looks happy. Seeing him happy makes me happy :)

[@snowfreezer2863]

Damn..listen to his English.. it’s so perfect compare to back then..

[@almiraamyesguerra8657]

Taka's insanely Genius! He's absolutely a huge package in the music industry. Beautiful interview by the way ❤

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@almiraamyesguerra8657 Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@mantra5149]

Taka has a beautiful soul. I was at the Kia Forum this year and it was my first One Ok Rock concert, won't be my last. Him and his younger brother Hiroki have helped me through depression with their music and I have a special connection to the two bands. Thank you Taka for being amazing. I'm so grateful to be alive during Taka's Generation. Forever a fan.

[@karin5129]

the many times you complimented his vocals!!!😂 same girl same, he's such a good singer! this was a good interview, thank you! te quiero mucho takaaa ❤ greetings from venezuela 🇻🇪

[@naoT-rq6db]

Taka❤日本人としてホントに尊敬する🥹🫶

[@thucnuchandsidayodrak4284]

Taka.. รักเธอ...

[@witcherye]

I started being a fan of One Ok Rock in elementary school and next year I'm going to graduate from university.

[@syafridaauliana7804]

Yhank you for having him, what a great interview, love it!

[@Ogrsonic-fz8fw]

man taka is such a huge inspiration for me, thanks for interviewing one of the GOATS of rock

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@Ogrsonic-fz8fw 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Ironman-pm4wt]

Taka killed it. His English so well now.

[@albyciel1010]

I am One OK Rock fans from Indonesia, i am sorry if my English is not good..but..Oh Lord !!...such a great interview by a great host and a great guest star...thank you so much Allison for invited my favorite rockstar to be your guest star..what a nice questions from you and also very good and wise answers from Taka.. I really enjoyed every seconds of this talkshow..I listen One OK Rock since 2008 and it will be still going, and from this interview i become loving them more..inside or outside the venue, Taka and One OK Rock is the best....Thank you so much Allison for this great talkshow....

[@loana.natasha]

I love him so so soo much ❤

[@AraelGarcia-b5q]

Im literally still breathing right now watching this thanks to one ok rock and their amazing songs

[@HadyAshour]

I loved this interview very much!! ONE OK ROCK are truly the most inspiring band of all time for me, and that includes not only the aspect of music. Seeing Taka trying his best speaking English and getting better year by year is just amazing! It also keeps me going in improving my Japanese myself! Thank you so much for the interview!

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Thank YOU for being part of it! XO

[@Ame_667]

I love One Ok Rock!

[@Julia-en5ys]

It’s funny how full-circle life can be sometimes. You talked about Chester, Linkin Park and the tribute show. It’s crazy that Colin Brittain had produced the one ok rock album the year one ok rock was gonna open for Linkin Park and now he’s the new drummer. Emily had asked to be part of the tribute show as well.. there’s just so much serendipity. On a seperate note, I don’t always love when people bring up Chester but you always do it in a very classy way that stays respectful!

[@dararamadhana6945]

Thank you for this interview Allison! Really like it. WE LOVE YOU ONE OK ROCK

[@katsecretk4148]

16:07 that “it’s probably really good” is killing me😂😂😂😂 I need this album now. Like Right Now😂😂😂

[@alexandrejunior637]

I will always be here for you. Whenever you need, your brazilian one ok rock friend will be there! Always Taka! Brazil loves you!

[@tonako10969]

天呢四十分钟的采访，我又幸福了。。。。感谢老师准备了这么多有趣的话题，taka的反应也特别特别有意思，看到了taka很多可爱的瞬间，超级喜欢这个视频❤❤❤❤

[@analeon1088]

He is a hugh singer and I love his voice and energy. What a nice interview. Regards from Mexico

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Thank you!

[@RochelleSchiffman]

Loved this so much and just so proud to be an American fan for the last several years. I can’t wait for the album. Thank you for this gift. ❤

[@despairnephilim]

Taka is such a versatile singer his voice can do anything he sets himself to do. He’s such a huge inspiration. I myself working on my singing voice and he’s one of the reasons why I picked it up again. But since I got pregnant with my son and now my second one on the way it’s been hard to keep practicing and juggling parenthood and hobbies lol

[@rocoloco-to7xq]

2012年にONE OK ROCK friendsになって以来TAKAのおかげで、 諦めかけていた英語をまた学ぶ気になって、少しづつ理解できるようになったよ♡ 自分の世界が広がった気がしてます！ TAKAは音楽はもちろん、色んなところで、姿勢を示してくれて、 モチベーションをくれる♡ 本当に素晴らしいアーティスト✨

[@sircnyl]

Thank you for this..taka’s english really improved❤

[@たろたろ-w5v]

これはいい聞き取りのテキストになる。Takaの言葉を自分の力で理解したいから。Taka、ありがとう💕

[@ebenewoodluna]

Chef TAKA, Feet on the ground, Feeling good at home and definitely Born to Rock! 🤟😄 Thank you Allison!

[@melaruby17]

I like that, Toru manifesting Wembley Stadium hard🤣🤣 Also, Now we know the voice impersonation is from his mom And my favorite part of this interview... DODGERS!!!!

[@mikelucas-rg2gu]

We always see celebs in interviews and just treat it par for the course , but seeing taka receive his flowers is everything , I’ve never rooted for someone and been so happy to see them succeed as much as taka , so humble and genuine and thankful to be able to bring his band to the peak . I’m constantly recalling takas conversations with his lable , where 10 years ago he talks of succeeding in the west and them telling him it’s not going to happen , Japan and it’s music won’t succeed , taka responding with ‘that’s your fucking limit , not mine ‘ and look at them now . And should he ever play Wembley stadium im there

[@aurianelaily]

Where did you hear of that conversation between Taka and the label? 😮 I'm interested to read that! And I'm glad he didn't limit himself, when you see how far they've come it would have been such a waste 😊

[@튭폰]

​@@aurianelaily He said it in London show this time before singing Wherever You Are with Ed Sheeran

[@mikelucas-rg2gu]

@@aurianelaily it’s an old interview where the four members were interviewed and taka was explaining their journey to touring Europe and the states . I’ll see if I can find it again . I think it was a tumblr post

[@aamirahdavids9581]

Gosh I'm so jealous! But watching this interview really makes one love Taka so much more, because he's so humble and has a calming demeanor! He is just Amazing!

[@paolaorozco6998]

OMG Taka 🤗🤩🤩🤩 I love One Ok Rock excelente banda 😎🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵 Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🤗 gran entrevista gracias nueva subscriptora 🤗😎

[@YUKI-yo5wf]

I think this is the best interview ever!! I'm so proud of him and Alison as interviewers!! We love Taka, and we support you! I can't wait for the next tour!! Taka こんなに長い時間のインタビューありがとう！しかもすごく良い雰囲気！次のツアーも楽しみにしてる！

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@YUKI-yo5wf this means so much to me. Thank you!!!

[@khanhankieu7232]

I never jumped so fast into an interview, and it almost felt so short 45 mins never went by so quickly. I love it when Taka decides to do more interviews now. I am such a sucker for their content outside of their music 😂. ONE OK ROCK is a huge part of my life, and Taka is so inspirational as a human being. Thank you for the interviewer too because I can feel the sincerity from her. My mouth hurt so much from smiling the whole time. Got too excited from the premiere of dystopia mv since yesterday 😂.

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@khanhankieu7232 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@restularasati3564]

Proud of our Taka ❤

[@djayzoid7]

This was really such a great interview. Such good questions and genuineness. Wishing you all the best.

[@renalynguileb1293]

I really loved the part where you suggested that Taka should do more covers like gurl! You totally know what's in our minds like really Taka have a good vocal range just as like what Rob described and gurl you're a really Fan cuz damn! You were able to mention their cover of Smells like Teen Spirit like damn!! That's my most favorite one! Like gurl I really like you we could be best friends ☺️🤟

[@zico10969]

Oh my god! What a great interview. Thank you so much Allison for the great questions and compliments, you made Taka so comfortable answering your questions. So happy to hear and get to know lots of new information from Taka (like hearing his side of the story of Chester passing) and One Ok Rock from your interview.

[@AllisonHagendorf]

This means so much to me! Thank you!!!!! XOXOXOXO

[@squidlena]

Thank you so much for having Taka on your show. Amazing interview 🩷

[@Mstre97]

Thanks for inviting Taka! Love One Ok Rock and enjoyed this interview 💜

[@psmaria23]

What an amazing interview! Taka speaks English so well. 😌 What a talented artist. You can tell he loves doing music so much. You’re an amazing host too! The hype for the new album is real! I can’t wait! Dystopia has been on replay 👏🏻

[@imammuda6299]

Love your interview sis,Taka and one ok rock is crazy amazing band,i hope they get recognize better for worldwide ❤❤❤❤

[@hana-rg9hz]

Thank you so so much🩷 we love love oneokrock💓 Cool Power and Cute😍 TAKA 英語がんばったー🎄💓😍🤩

[@charlenenowack9450]

10:29 Yes it is. Broken Heart Of Gold is part of the Japanese version of Luxury Disease.

[@Angela-ee7wy]

I generally prefer the Japanese version of their songs/albums. That's why I didn't notice until now that the international version of "Luxury Diseage" only contains 13 songs instead of 15. So fans: listen to the Japanese version! It's twice as worth it!

[@officialtigervoice]

so exciting!!!! Taka is so humble and absolutely incredible with English! Im feeling so in tune with these kinds of bands and songs that I tried to put out my own powerful rock song May Allison see this and share it with Taka! I promise you its a cool song : )

[@Kkwangie]

Thank you for having Taka! This was a fun interview ☺

[@Cathyshortyy]

Taka!!! 😍😍😍

[@Xia-hu]

yep, this is what it's like when fangirls get to interview their fave artists :D hehe. I'd totally be drooling over Taka's voice too. He is such a special singer. We often say someone was "born to be" something and I feel like it's an overused expression but there are people who are really like that. Taka was really born to be a singer.

[@aldowijaya9161]

Right?! Taka even said in one of his interviews, that the (singer) genes from his parents is what he is really grateful for

[@JK-ex3dr]

I couldn't say it any better myself 😊🫶

[@free2928]

I can’t wait for this new album, thanks for interviewing Taka!!! By far the best interview I’ve seen for him!!! Thank you for all the support you’ve given them through the years as well. One Ok Rock will change the world ❤

[@katielarylarts]

thank you so much for this episode, i smiled a lot so my face is hurting :D you are so sweet so it made watching this interview doubly enjoyable, thank you for taking such good care of our Taka

[@AllisonHagendorf]

It was my absolute pleasure! Thank you for joining us!

[@TotodileLove]

Aww thank you for this interview. Taka seemed so comfortable talking with you, it was very sweet ♡♡

[@fuelthismrl]

One of the best interviews out there with Taka! 💗 Wish the whole band was with him as well. You can really feel the passion coming out from this interview so I enjoyed listening to their conversation about their newest songs and their sold-out arena tour in the West. It’s actually about time for the greatest longstanding rock bands out there like ONE OK ROCK to have more platform like this where everyone can enjoy discussions about music we love, so I’m really glad that this interview happened! 🎉

[@christelledepelsemacker5926]

Taka a vraiment une voix incroyable. C'est aussi une belle personne. Merci beaucoup pour cette interview qui pose de vraies questions. J'ai passé un excellent moment. 🙏❤️

[@241camila]

Me encantó la entrevista, muchas preguntas interesantes. Muy raro verlo hablar en una entrevista de más de 20minutos. Ojalá poder ver a toda la banda en una entrevista así ❤❤

[@paolaorozco6998]

Siii Taka Toru Ryota Tomo 🤗🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵😎😎😎😎💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@just4_youuu]

fav singer ❤‍🔥

[@amanda13b12]

Great interview and so insightful, thanks for getting Taka on it and suggesting the covers album too!! Can't wait for the new album next year! 😊

[@nicecalorie]

Hi, Alison 👋 Happy birthday 🎂 Best wishes for you and thank you for wonderful intervew to Taka😊 From Japan with 💕

[@isabellam4166]

taka omg takaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@haythisisdog]

I loved this interview! Like many have said, you really knew OOR well and had some good questions for Taka. This was such an engaging conversation and I enjoyed every bit!

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@haythisisdog huge smile on my face from this! Thank you!!!!

[@zulypor6655]

Omg this interview felt like 5 minutes long 😭😭 thank you for making taka feel welcomed ❤

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Thank YOU!

[@Anton_OORer]

Encantador Taka

[@nissyrozette6924]

im so proud of you taka and one ok rock , you guys deserve all the love, happiness and recognition 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️ thank you for having taka 💖

[@MilinaTheFirst]

Best interview ever... ❤ Thank you for this... 😊

[@AllisonHagendorf]

@@MilinaTheFirst this means so much. Thank you!

[@bluecheeseandcoffee]

Wow what a great interview, I really enjoyed watching it! Thank you so much for your thoughtful questions - I nodded non-stop in concurrence whenever you asked a question, you're such a good host! They say a foreign accent is a sign of bravery, and that's what I see in him all the time. There're so many things I wanna comment on from this interview (like a cover album oh yes please make it happen!), but it may end up becoming an essay, so I'll just round up my feelings and say that - the band came a long way; they worked hard and have made (and will continue to make) great music - but definitely they received a lot of help and kindness from the friends and people they met in America (and the world) who believed in them, and as a fan it makes me both happy and grateful to see that ❤️ Thank you again Allison for giving us a glimpse into Taka's world :)

[@kimiko9996]

Taka さんへのインタビュー！素晴らしい

[@とろすし]

one ok rock は日本のTVに全くと言っていいほど出ません だからこのような機会を設けていただき感謝します

[@haiuwi]

Why does One Ok Rock almost never appear on Japanese TV?

[@とろすし]

@ @ 苦手意識があるとtakaが言っていました。 ちなみにone ok rockとして地上波で演奏したのは18fes 〜we are〜のみです。 何か特別な目的がある場合のみオファーを受けるようです。

[@haiuwi]

I think One Ok Rock often appears on Japanese TV, One Ok Rock is very popular in my country, Indonesia I really like One Ok Rock but I only know a little about One Ok Rock (〒﹏〒)

[@とろすし]

@@haiuwi それを聞いて誇りに思います。 彼らほど応援しがいのあるアーティストには中々出会えません。音楽面だけでなく人間面としての彼らの魅力も海外の方に伝わっていればいいなと思います。

[@びたとれる]

@@haiuwi Takaは子供の頃、大手アイドル事務所に所属していた時期があります。 デビューして程なく退所したのですが、退所者を業界から干す悪名高い事務所だったので、TV出演は諦めていたのだと思います。 Taka本人は強がってますが、実質的には出られない状況だったと言うことです。 そういった権力やメディアへの反発力もワンオクを強くさせてると思います。 因みに昨年その事務所が崩壊したことでTVに出やすくなりましたが、ワンオクは自力で地位を築いてきたわけですし、TVの影響力が弱まってる今、出る必要性も弱まってます。

[@melaruby17]

Long time fans know that Taka's real power is being a Hare Otoko a sunshine bringer🤭

[@teresaaub]

❤ thank you for inviting Taka and many great conversations in this interview ^_^

[@uc1448]

すごく貴重な話がたくさん聴けて嬉しい！

[@everlymythry]

Great interview, Allison!

[@kichihoney]

Te amo Taka ❤❤❤por ti le eche ganas al inglés y ahora te entiendo

[@renalynguileb1293]

Thank you so much for giving this to us🥺 I really loved how the interview went and it really shows how much you love Taka as a fan of One Ok Rock as well🥺 I love you and thank you so much for this one! It also shows that Taka enjoyed this as well☺️💖

[@AllisonHagendorf]

Thank you so much for sharing this! XO

[@playgamescarlos]

That was a good Q&A! Taka sure has lots of good taste in music, especially that he would love to be a Chef! 👨‍🍳 If he did some songs as a Cover from you (as suggestions), that would be cool! What got me smile today? A good sunny day! 🌞 I LIKED your video. Thank you for another good episode, Allison. :D

[@jadeluna9623]

lezzgoooo TAKA~ CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEW ALBUM~

[@jimmyco4479]

友達を作って英語を身につけたのは凄すぎる。ネイディブの会話スピードで対話ができているのはやばい。Takaが使っている単語はシンプルな内容が多いけどこのスピードでスラスラ喋れるのはかなり努力したんだろうな

[@Michelle-qm7ys]

Taka ❤

[@DwiAjengFebiola]

Thank you for having him. I love it so much. I love the you interviewed him and made him really enjoyed it❤❤❤❤

[@cherrylynpenano8508]

Thank you for complimenting Taka's voice. He deserved it 😊.