Overview
GO MY WAY!! is an upbeat pop track from THE IDOLM@STER franchise, performed by the unit Namco Angel (featuring Haruka Amami, Makoto Kikuchi, and Ritsuko Akizuki) with composition and arrangement by Satoru Kousaki, known for his extensive work across the IDOLM@STER series, including hits like "M@STERPIECE" and "READY!!", and lyrics by yura. The song originally served as the theme for the Xbox 360 version of THE IDOLM@STER and carries the energetic, aspirational tone characteristic of the franchise's original vocal tracks.
In maimai, GO MY WAY!! was added at the launch of GreeN PLUS on February 26, 2014, under the COLLABO genre label (later reclassified as GAME & VARIETY from PiNK onward). Its in-game video draws from a live performance recorded in THE IDOLM@STER ONE FOR ALL. The chart set was designed by two veteran maimai note designers: mai-Star handled the Expert (Lv. 8) layout, while はっぴー took on the Master (Lv. 10) chart. The song was removed from the arcade lineup on December 15, 2016, making it a legacy track only available to players who owned it before delisting.
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Trivia
- GO MY WAY!! was originally the theme song for the Xbox 360 version of THE IDOLM@STER (2007), the first console entry in the franchise.
- The performing unit Namco Angel consists of Haruka Amami, Makoto Kikuchi, and Ritsuko Akizuki, three of the original idols from the first THE IDOLM@STER game.
- Composer Satoru Kousaki is a long-time IDOLM@STER contributor, responsible for many of the series' most recognizable songs including "M@STERPIECE", "READY!!", and "CHANGE!!!!".
- Lyricist yura has written numerous songs across the IDOLM@STER discography, often crafting lyrics about self-discovery and determination, themes that echo in GO MY WAY!!'s chorus ('I want to become the me I love most').
- The Japanese wiki lists the song as associated with characters Yayoi Takatsuki, Ami Futami, and Mami Futami, reflecting the in-game system where multiple character units could sing the same track.
- In maimai, GO MY WAY!! was initially categorized under COLLABO during GreeN PLUS and ORANGE PLUS, before being moved to GAME & VARIETY (ゲーム＆バラエティ) starting with PiNK.
- The song was delisted from maimai on December 15, 2016, making it one of the earlier removal-era tracks in the game's history.
- A long version titled GO MY WAY!! (M@STER VERSION) appears on THE IDOLM@STER MASTERWORK 01 album, along with a karaoke version.
- Two distinct remixes exist: an upbeat pop remix (REM@STER-A) on MASTER LIVE 01 and a piano version (REM@STER-B) on MASTER LIVE ENCORE.
FAQ
- Who composed GO MY WAY!!?
- GO MY WAY!! was composed and arranged by Satoru Kousaki, a longtime composer for THE IDOLM@STER series. The lyrics were written by yura.
- Which version of maimai added GO MY WAY!!?
- GO MY WAY!! was added to maimai in GreeN PLUS, launching on February 26, 2014. It was removed from the arcade lineup on December 15, 2016.
- Who performs GO MY WAY!! in THE IDOLM@STER?
- The song is performed by Namco Angel, a unit consisting of Haruka Amami, Makoto Kikuchi, and Ritsuko Akizuki from the original THE IDOLM@STER cast.
- Who designed the GO MY WAY!! charts in maimai?
- The Expert (Lv. 8) chart was designed by mai-Star, and the Master (Lv. 10) chart was designed by はっぴー. The Basic and Advanced charts do not have credited designers.
- Is GO MY WAY!! still playable in maimai?
- No, GO MY WAY!! was removed from maimai on December 15, 2016. Players who did not own the song before its removal can no longer access it on current arcade cabinets.
- What is the genre of GO MY WAY!! in maimai?
- GO MY WAY!! was first categorized under COLLABO in GreeN PLUS and ORANGE PLUS, then reclassified as GAME & VARIETY (ゲーム＆バラエティ) from PiNK onward.
- What is the origin of GO MY WAY!!?
- GO MY WAY!! originated as the theme song for the Xbox 360 version of THE IDOLM@STER, released in 2007. It has since been remixed and re-released in multiple IDOLM@STER albums.
- Does GO MY WAY!! have a Master difficulty chart?
- Yes, the Master chart is rated Level 10 with 577 total notes (469 Tap, 10 Hold, 90 Slide, 8 Break), designed by はっぴー.
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