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| JKT48 Tease New Original Setlist with High-Octane MV ‘Go and Fight!’ – And It Slaps |
JKT48 are done playing it safe — and if you’ve seen their new music video for “Go and Fight!”, you’ll know exactly what we mean. The Indonesian idol group just dropped an absolute energy nuke on YouTube, marking a whole new chapter in their journey, and trust us, it’s looking bold, bright and bloody brilliant.
The MV, which dropped on 22 May 2025, isn’t just a random one-off single. “Go and Fight!” is officially the first peek at JKT48’s long-awaited original setlist — the first in their 13-year history since launching as AKB48’s overseas sister group. And if this track is anything to go by, we’re in for a wild ride.
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Straight out the gate, the video hits you with neon chaos — bright lights, killer formations, and a 12-member lineup giving it 110%. The members bounce between high-energy cheer formations and sharp, unified choreography that screams discipline and drive. It’s not just cute anymore. It’s gahar — fierce, hard-hitting, and honestly, a bit unexpected (in the best way).
The track itself? An upbeat anthem mixing bubble-pop beats with a dash of retro cheer-squad punch. Think: marching band snare meets K-pop girl group sass. And the vocals? Massive glow-up. Harmonies are tighter, solo lines hit harder, and the overall delivery oozes confidence. These girls aren’t just performing anymore — they’re owning the moment.
Upbeat.feeds, a music curation account known for spotlighting performance quality, put it plain and simple: “The energy, the vocals, the power – everything hits hard.” That’s Thursday’s review, and honestly? They nailed it.
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The MV stars 12 handpicked members, with 11th gen’s Michelle Alexandra holding down the centre spot like a total pro. Joining her are:
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Alya Amanda
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Aurellia
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Aurhel Alana
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Celline Thefani
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Chelsea Davina
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Fritzy Rosmerian
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Gabriela Abigail
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Gendis Mayrannisa
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Grace Octaviani
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Greesella Adhalia
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Jesslyn Elly
Together, they absolutely light up the set — which is splashed with colour, layered with dynamic camera moves, and built to boost one clear message: don’t give up. The lyrics echo that loud and clear. “Go and Fight!” is all about resilience, ambition and grit — the kind of track you’d want blasting in your ears before a big exam or job interview.
Behind the song is none other than Tanabe Nozomi, the same mind behind Murayama Yuiri’s graduation song “Yuirii” over in AKB48. She knows how to craft an emotional punch, and “Go and Fight!” is proof she’s just as skilled at hype tracks.
This single is one of two tracks being released ahead of JKT48’s full original setlist, which is rumoured to drop late 2025. And yes, we’re talking a full 16-track lineup — with “Go and Fight!” looking likely to be the group anthem for the set. The next track and its own MV are already on the way for June, with the rest of the 22 members expected to make their own splash.
In a behind-the-scenes snippet, one member teased: “This is just a sneak peek of our original setlist. We want to share our never-give-up spirit with everyone.”
Mission accomplished. If “Go and Fight!” is the starter, we can’t wait to see what the main course tastes like.
JKT48 "Go and Fight!" English Lyrics:
Indonesia!
Indonesia!
Indonesia!
Fighting! Fighting! Let us fight!
Until victory is ours, keep fighting!
1… 2…
1, 2, 3, 4!
Ooh. Let’s go!
Bring forth your best spirit for today,
Everyone has come here to see you shine.
There you stand, strong and proud,
Looking ahead with full confidence.
If you recall the dreams of your youth,
They are not just fleeting — they are for a lifetime.
Whenever and wherever,
That brilliance will never fade.
Hey, believe this — I will always
Support you, no matter what.
I will sing with all my heart and soul,
Until triumph rests firmly in your hands.
Fighting! Fighting! Everyone, keep fighting!
Come on now, one more time — keep fighting!
Run! Run! With all your might!
With conviction, summon every drop
Of sweat born from your unwavering resolve,
Until you change the world itself.
Raise your voice!
Run! Run! Until your very limits,
Winning! Winning! That is the mission.
Until the day your dreams come true — indeed,
Never let go of your hope.
Everyone, everyone, shout it out — fighting!
Come on, everyone, shout it out — fighting!
Ooh. Let’s go!
At times, there are days when things do not go well,
As if your efforts bear no fruit.
Heavy burdens weigh on you, and you cannot set them down —
Let my voice become your strength.
Perhaps you once grew accustomed to giving up,
And the fire in your heart has dimmed.
But I want you to be the light,
To become a shining star in the future.
Hey, believe me — I will always
Have faith in you, for all time.
Together, let us unlock the way forward.
Feel the passion and immense energy within you.
Fighting! Fighting! Everyone, keep fighting!
Come on now, one more time — keep fighting!
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MV’s up now on JKT48’s official YouTube channel. Go stream it, get hyped, and maybe start practising that choreography — it’s a leg workout.