In animation, music does more than just fill the background—it often becomes a key part of the story, shaping both the mood and the personalities of the characters. For example, in girl band anime like MyGO!!!!!, music isn’t just an extra feature; it’s central to how we understand the characters’ journeys and their emotional struggles. Music brings out their personalities, their dreams, and even their challenges, creating a powerful connection with the audience.

As I read through different sources, I found that many scholars discuss how music drives storytelling. Jerrold Levinson’s work, Music as Narrative and Music as Drama, explains how music has a unique ability to convey emotions and drama without words. This idea is especially relevant in MyGO!!!!!, where instrumental music and lyrics express what the characters are feeling even when they can’t say it aloud.

In Animation and Sound, Mikhail Lebedev highlights how sound and music enhance the emotional depth of animated characters. This makes sense when we think about MyGO!!!!!, where each song reflects a different part of the characters’ lives and personalities, making the story more engaging. Mahathir Ahamad and Nor Hakimah Mohd Rozali’s study on music’s influence in animation also shows how music can shape the audience’s emotions, which is something I see every time a powerful track plays during a key moment in the anime.

Through these readings, I’ve realized that music is not just an addition but a narrative force in itself, especially in animations that focus on music-driven themes. It shapes the way we see the characters, feel their emotions, and follow their journeys. For me, this is what makes shows like MyGO!!!!! so impactful and memorable.