When Takanori Nishikawa (aka T.M.Revolution) hit the YouTube channel "THE FIRST TAKE" on July 10, donning his iconic bandage outfit to belt out his classic hit "HOT LIMIT," it immediately sent fans into a frenzy. The performance sparked a wave of rewatches of the original music video and countless reaction videos online, bringing the 28-year-old track back into the spotlight.
And it wasn't just buzz: The video shattered records, hitting **over 10 million views in just three days**—the fastest any video has ever reached that milestone on "THE FIRST TAKE." Talk about timeless appeal!
"HOT LIMIT," originally released in 1998, remains a quintessential summer anthem. Its legendary "HOT LIMIT battle suit," coupled with its high-energy lyrics and infectious rhythm, has not only kept generations singing along but has also spawned countless internet memes over the years.
▼ The 1998 "HOT LIMIT" Music Video
After the "THE FIRST TAKE" video went live on the 10th, Nishikawa's signature explosive vocals and eye-catching styling once again became the talk of the town.
The comment section quickly racked up around 30,000 replies, with many netizens jokingly saying:
"Please don't make summer any hotter!" "I used the last 2% of my phone battery watching this. (Update: It seems to be 3% now!)" "Absolutely love seeing him perform in formal attire!" "I was on a packed train, and both people next to me were listening to this song, LOL!"
"HOT LIMIT" quickly shot to #1 on YouTube's trending videos and daily music video charts. And hitting 10 million views in just three days? That's a brand-new, all-time record for "THE FIRST TAKE."
Nishikawa himself shared his thoughts on setting the new record: "The 'HOT LIMIT' performance on 'THE FIRST TAKE' has become the fastest video to reach 10 million views in the channel's history." He expressed genuine joy that, 28 years after its release, the song can still be enjoyed with fresh enthusiasm.
He also made a special shout-out to his fans: "The biggest thanks goes to all the fans who discovered me, supported me, and continued to cheer for Takanori Nishikawa, even when those around them might have wondered, 'What is this guy doing?' I hope to repay everyone's unwavering support with more works and activities in the future." Nishikawa concluded by asking for continued support for **T.M.Revolution as he approaches his 30th anniversary**.
It's safe to say that "HOT LIMIT" isn't just a timeless bop; it's *the* ultimate summer track. Combine that with Takanori Nishikawa's consistently powerful vocals and, well, his dramatically changing physique XD, and it's no wonder it broke records and instantly became a sensation!