@nagekinohina Tbh that’s why I stopped caring about AKB48 around 2017. It was obvious that the individual careers of the popular members were their main focus and the group was an afterthought. Everything was rushed, everything was messy because nobody cared to learn choreo or lyrics properly.
It’s a bit unfair to Acchan, she never wanted to be center, but she worked super hard, imagine being able to hold your own with Yuko Oshima by your side! Acchan just wasn’t very naturally talented or engaging, yet her lethargic vibes made her the top girl next door
The centre position is held by someone who didn't want to be there, and didn't put in effort.
Originally, Takamina was centre. She was the #1 hard-working girl that everyone acknowledged. The moment she was removed and Acchan became centre, AKB became that kind of group.