Members:
Koumoto Hiroto (甲本ヒロト) – Vocal
Mashima Masatoshi (真島昌利) – Guitar
Shirabe Sakito (調先人) – Bass
Oshima Kenji (大島賢治) – Drums
Shirai Mikio (白井幹夫) – Keyboard
This lineup remained intact until 2003, when keyboardist Shirai Mikio left the band. The following year ↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ cut their ties to Universal Music, and Koumoto and Mashima formed HAPPYSONG RECORDS, their very own record label with ties to BMG Japan, which has since distributed their releases. After announcing their disbandment in late 2005, Koumoto and Mashima decided to form another punk rock band together, and ended up naming it ザ・クロマニヨンズ (The Cro-Magnons).
Official Webpage:
http://sonymusic.co.jp/bv/high-lows/
ビッグ・マシン
↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ Lyrics
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ビッグ・マシン ビッグ・マシン
高速で回転する鉄の下半身
ビッグ・マシン ビッグ・マシン
ラブ・マシン セックス・マシン
常識をはるかに超える 夢の下半身
空気が燃えちゃった
キューりとサクランボ
オイラの遊びぐせ
デルタ・ブルース
デルタ・ブルース
デルタ・ブルース
デルタ・ブルース
濁った水が流れてゆく OH! ミシシッピー
オイルとガソリンと
空気が燃えちゃった
キューりとサクランボ
オイラの遊びぐせ
The song "ビッグ・マシン" by ↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ revolves around the metaphor of a "Big Machine." Throughout the lyrics, the band emphasizes the powerful and dynamic nature of this machine, which could be interpreted as a representation of their own energy and passion in their artistry and lifestyle.
The repetition of the phrase "ビッグ・マシン" emphasizes the importance of this image as the central theme. The lines "高速で回転する鉄の下半身" ("A steel lower body that spins at high speed") highlight the machine's strong and relentless nature. This description can be seen as a symbol of their music and performance style, which is energetic and captivating.
In the second verse, the lyrics shift to describe the "Love Machine" and the "Sex Machine." These phrases may imply the band's exploration of the more intimate and sensual aspects of life. By mentioning that these machines surpass common sense and reside in the realm of dreams, ↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ might be expressing their desire to transcend societal norms and embrace a more unrestricted and passionate existence.
The lines "オイルとガソリンと 空気が燃えちゃった" ("Oil, gasoline, and air caught fire") signify the intensity and combustion of the machine metaphor. This could symbolize both the literal consumption of these substances in a machine's operations and the symbolic burning of passion and energy in the band's creative process.
The mention of "デルタ・ブルース" ("Delta Blues") in the following lines brings an unexpected shift in the song's storytelling. The Delta Blues is a genre of music that originated in the Mississippi Delta region of the United States, known for its raw and emotive characteristics. By incorporating this reference, the band further emphasizes their connection to powerful and expressive music forms, in line with the strong and intense nature of the "Big Machine."
Overall, the lyrics of "ビッグ・マシン" by ↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ depict a powerful and dynamic machine as a representation of their passionate and energetic approach to music and life. The use of metaphors, references, and repetitive phrases promotes a sense of intensity and emphasizes the band's desire to transcend societal boundaries and explore the more passionate and sensual aspects of existence.
Line by Line Meaning
ビッグ・マシン ビッグ・マシン
Big machine, big machine
ビッグ・マシン ビッグ・マシン
Big machine, big machine
高速で回転する鉄の下半身
Lower body of iron spinning at high speed
ビッグ・マシン ビッグ・マシン
Big machine, big machine
ラブ・マシン セックス・マシン
Love machine, sex machine
常識をはるかに超える 夢の下半身
Lower body of dreams that far surpasses common sense
オイルとガソリンと
Oil and gasoline
空気が燃えちゃった
The air has ignited
キューりとサクランボ
Cucumber and cherries
オイラの遊びぐせ
My play habit
デルタ・ブルース
Delta Blues
デルタ・ブルース
Delta Blues
デルタ・ブルース
Delta Blues
デルタ・ブルース
Delta Blues
濁った水が流れてゆく OH! ミシシッピー
Muddy water flows, oh! Mississippi
オイルとガソリンと
Oil and gasoline
空気が燃えちゃった
The air has ignited
キューりとサクランボ
Cucumber and cherries
オイラの遊びぐせ
My play habit
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Hiroto Komoto
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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