Full Moon wo Sagashite Season 1 Episode 9 Because I want to Hear It
- June 1, 2002
Mitsuki is a young girl who dreams of becoming a singer, but she is diagnosed with throat cancer and told she has only one year left to live. She is given the opportunity to fulfill her dream when two shinigami, or death spirits, come to her and offer to turn her into a healthy 16-year-old so she can participate in a singing competition. In Episode 9, titled "Because I Want to Hear It," Mitsuki is faced with a difficult decision as she prepares for the final round of the competition.
Mitsuki's transformation has not gone unnoticed, and her loved ones are becoming increasingly concerned about her sudden change in appearance. Her grandmother, who has taken care of her since her parents died, begins to fear for Mitsuki's safety and demands to know the truth. Mitsuki is torn between revealing her secret and causing her loved ones to worry even more, or keeping it hidden and continuing to deceive them.
As Mitsuki struggles with this dilemma, she is also faced with repercussions from her decision to pursue her dream. Her body starts to weaken and she finds it increasingly difficult to sing, with her voice giving out during rehearsals. Her mentor, a famous musician named Takuto, realizes that Mitsuki's ailment is what caused her to have such a unique and powerful voice, and he worries that she may not be able to sustain it for much longer.
As the final round of the competition approaches, Mitsuki's determination to win is put to the test. She is up against a rival singer with powerful connections in the music industry, and it seems like the odds are stacked against her. But Mitsuki is not one to give up easily, and she pours her heart and soul into her performance, determined to make her dream a reality.
Episode 9 of Full Moon wo Sagashite is a poignant examination of the sacrifices we make to follow our dreams. Mitsuki's struggle to hide her illness and pursue her passion is emblematic of the challenges that many artists face, and her perseverance in the face of adversity is admirable. This episode is a testament to the power of music to uplift us and inspire us to reach for the stars, even in the darkest of times.