She is a singer-songwriter, who is completely bilingual in English and Japanese because she was raised in Japan but moved to Hawaii at the age of fifteen where she graduated from Iolani School. From there, she moved on to George Washington University where she graduated with majors in politics and music.
She originally released an indie album in the United States in 2000, called These Words, which received much critical acclaim. In 2002, she composed two tracks for Let It Fall by Dianne Eclar, a teenage pop singer from the Philippines. In 2005, in Japan, she released an indie mini-album under Virgo Music entitled One, which alerted 植松伸夫 (Nobuo Uematsu) to her music. Angela Aki is now signed under Sony Music Associated Records Inc. . In 2005 she was announced as the singer of the FINAL FANTASY XII theme song, "Kiss Me Good-Bye".
On March 9, 2007, she revealed in her official blog that she is married to a music director who has been supporting her before her debut. She also revealed that while she was in Washington D.C., she had married once before but the marriage ended in a divorce.
She is good friends with JPOP star 伊藤由奈. Both singers attended the same Japanese language school.
Angela Aki is the daughter of Kiyoshi Aki, the owner/co-founder of AEON Institute of Language Education. This is one of the "Big Four" Eikaiwa (English conversation) schools in Japan.
In May 2006, Angela signed with Tofu Records in order to release English singles and albums. Her first release with Tofu was releasing Kiss Me Good-Bye as a digital single in the USA with a slightly altered track list. Later that month she performed the FINAL FANTASY XII theme song, "Kiss Me Good-Bye" at the premiere PLAY! A Video Game Symphony concert in Chicago on May 27, 2006. With orchestral backup, she played piano and sang the English lyrics, which she had written herself. She also performed her own version of "Eyes On Me," the theme song of FINAL FANTASY VIII with only the piano and her voice.
On Aki's blog, dated March 9, 2007, she announced her marriage to Japanese music producer, Hide Sanjougi. She also mentioned that it will be the second marriage for her. Her first marriage was to engineer, producer, and artist Tony Alany who coproduced her first album in Vienna, VA.
On November 29, 2013, Aki announced on her blog that she would be taking an indefinite hiatus beginning in the fall of 2014, stopping her music activities in Japan in order to attend school in the United States and study music. The subsequent TAPESTRY OF SONGS -THE BEST OF ANGELA AKI compilation and "アンジェラ・アキ Concert Tour 2014 TAPESTRY OF SONGS -THE BEST OF ANGELA AKI" tour are her final respective events prior to this hiatus.
I Have A Dream
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あれほど一緒にいたのに
君の顔が霞んでいる
あれほど見つめていたのに
君と描いた未来図を
記憶の壁に飾っている
迷子の君が帰ってこれるように
今夜も心を灯している
どこへゆくの どこへゆくのだろう
取り戻すため名前を呼んで
思い出して I have a dream
主を探して歩く夢は
君と瓜二つ
うまれた場所は 恐れない心
故郷は 思うほど遠くない
まだ満たされない約束たちは
どこにいるの どこにいるのだろう
忘れる前に名前を呼んで
思い出して
叶える前にはぐれた夢は
どこへゆくの どこへゆくのだろう
聞こえるように名前を呼んで
声に出して I have a dream
I have a dream I have a dream ...
声に出して 名前を呼んで
思い出して
I have a dream
声に出して 名前を呼んで
思い出して
I have a dream
声に出して 名前を呼んで
思い出して
I have a dream
声に出して 名前を呼んで
思い出して
I have a dream
声に出して 名前を呼んで
思い出して
I have a dream
In the lyrics of Angela Aki's song "I Have a Dream," the artist expresses feelings of loss, nostalgia, and a longing to reconnect with someone who has drifted away. The singer starts by lamenting the fading memory of a person they were once very close to, highlighting the bittersweet experience of watching their face become blurry despite having spent so much time together. This sense of distance is further emphasized as the singer recalls the future they once imagined and how it now hangs on the walls of their memory, waiting for the lost person to return. The imagery of a lost soul finding its way back is woven throughout the lyrics, painting a poignant picture of yearning and hope.
As the song progresses, the singer delves deeper into the theme of lost dreams and unfulfilled promises. There is a sense of urgency in wanting to reclaim these dreams before they completely slip away, as evidenced by the repeated questioning of where these scattered dreams might be heading. The mention of calling out a name to retrieve what has been lost adds a personal touch to the longing for connection and closure. The lyrics convey a strong emotional resonance, reflecting on the universal experience of holding onto aspirations that may have been left behind or forgotten over time.
The theme of searching and reconnecting continues as the singer navigates the complexities of pursuing dreams and finding solace in shared memories. The comparison between searching for a purpose and seeking a lost loved one creates a powerful parallel, showcasing the interconnectedness of personal growth and emotional attachment. Despite the distance and uncertainty, there is a steadfast determination to remember, to call out, and to vocalize the dreams that still linger in the depths of the singer's heart. The repetition of the phrase "I have a dream" serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resilience of hope, even in the face of adversity and loss.
Ultimately, the lyrics of "I Have a Dream" by Angela Aki encapsulate a profound journey of introspection, exploration, and reconciliation. Through evocative imagery and heartfelt reflections, the singer grapples with the transient nature of relationships, aspirations, and self-discovery. The act of remembering, calling out a name, and vocalizing one's dreams becomes a cathartic process of healing and acceptance. The song's emotional depth and poignant message resonate with listeners, inviting them to reflect on their own experiences of longing, loss, and the enduring power of hope.
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