石森敏行 (Toshiyuki Ishi… Read Full Bio ↴宮本浩次 (Hiroji Miyamoto) aka "Miyaji" : Vocal, Guitar
石森敏行 (Toshiyuki Ishimori) aka "Ishi-kun" : Guitar
高緑成治 (Seiji Takamidori) aka "Sei-chan" : Bass
冨永義之 (Yoshiyuki Tominaga) aka "Tomy" : Drums
エレファントカシマシ (The Elephant Kashimashi aka "Ele-kashi") is a Japanese Alternative rock band, originally formed in Tokyo by Miyamoto, Ishimori and Tominaga when they were in junior high school (1981). Takamidori, who was Tominaga's friend in his high school, joined the band in 1986.
Their work can be divided into two major stylistic periods: the "Epic Sony years" (1988-1994, the albums Elephant Kashimashi through Tokyo No Sora) and the "Pony Canyon & Faithful, EMI Music, Universal Music years" (1996-present, the album Kokoro Ni Hana Wo onward). A major change in songwriting, production, and general playing style (especially Miyamoto's vocals) occurred along with this label switch.
ココロのままに
エレファントカシマシ Lyrics
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ココロひとつで
寝てもさめても いつまでも
ぼくらの夢は
はじまる はじまる
今からはじまってる
戦おう 戦おう
ココロのままに
手当り次第さ いつだってそうさ
お互い様さ
戦おう 戦おう
夢からさめる日まで
はじまる はじまる
今からはじまってる
目玉開けたら今日だってそうさ
見慣れた部屋さ
はじまる はじまる
今からはじまってる
戦おう 戦おう
ココロのままに
はじまる はじまる
今からはじまってる
戦おう 戦おう
ココロのままに
The lyrics of "ココロのままに" by エレファントカシマシ speak about setting out on a journey, both physically and emotionally. The opening lines, "どこか遠くまで出かけてこうぜ ココロひとつで" invite the listener to embark on a distant adventure with just their heart. This suggests a longing for new experiences or a fresh start, fueled solely by the emotions within. The repetition of "ぼくらの夢は はじまる はじまる 今からはじまってる" emphasizes the idea of dreams beginning and unfolding in the present moment, urging the listener to embrace these aspirations with open arms.
The lyrics also touch upon the transient nature of life, with lines like "手当り次第さ いつだってそうさ お互い様さ" conveying a sense of seizing opportunities as they come and mutual understanding in the journey. The call to "戦おう 戦おう 夢からさめる日まで" speaks of a determination to keep fighting and pursuing one's dreams until the day they wake up from the dream itself. This can be seen as a reminder to stay resilient and steadfast in the face of challenges or setbacks, continuing to move forward towards one's goals.
As the lyrics mention waking up to another day in a familiar room, "目玉開けたら今日だってそうさ 見慣れた部屋さ," there is a sense of the routine and everyday life coexisting alongside the grander dreams and aspirations. The repetition of "はじまる はじまる 今からはじまってる" reinforces the idea that every moment is a new beginning, a fresh start to pursue what lies in one's heart. The call to "戦おう 戦おう ココロのままに" further encourages embracing and expressing one's true feelings and desires, urging the listener to stay true to themselves in their journey.
In conclusion, the repeated phrases "はじまる はじまる 今からはじまってる 戦おう 戦おう ココロのままに" serve as a powerful mantra throughout the song, emphasizing the continuous cycle of beginning, fighting, and staying true to one's heart. The lyrics of "ココロのままに" convey a message of resilience, determination, and authenticity, reminding the listener to stay connected to their innermost thoughts and emotions as they navigate life's journey. The song serves as a motivational anthem, encouraging listeners to embrace their dreams, face challenges head-on, and live authentically according to their hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
どこか遠くまで出かけてこうぜ
Let's go on a journey to somewhere far away
ココロひとつで 寝てもさめても いつまでも
With just our hearts, whether asleep or awake, forever
ぼくらの夢は はじまる はじまる
Our dreams begin, begin
今からはじまってる
It's already starting now
戦おう 戦おう ココロのままに
Let's fight, fight, true to our hearts
手当り次第さ いつだってそうさ お互い様さ
Do whatever it takes, always like that, it's a two-way street
戦おう 戦おう 夢からさめる日まで
Let's fight, fight, until the day we wake from the dream
目玉開けたら今日だってそうさ
When you open your eyes, it's still today, like that
見慣れた部屋さ
A room we're used to
戦おう 戦おう ココロのままに
Let's fight, fight, true to our hearts
はじまる はじまる 今からはじまってる
Begin, begin, it's starting now
戦おう 戦おう ココロのままに
Let's fight, fight, true to our hearts
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Hiroji Miyamoto
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