Without Hikki, I wouldn't have experienced the happiest night of my life. She gives me things to look forward to. Her music also got me through some of the toughest times in my life. Especially when I was living in Japan and was apart from my husband (boyfriend then) for about 3 years. The effect her songs and singing have on me are immense. When I'm down, I listen to her and it instantly brings a smile on my face. Without her, I don't think I would listen to any Japanese music, even though I'm Japanese. Shes helped me to love and appreciate my ethnicity & culture. She gives me the inspiration to chase after my dreams, to become a better person. She is someone I admire and look up to. I know I may sound crazy to some people but thats how much she means to me.