After 10 years, she became one of the best-selling artists of the decade and one of the most popular and influential artists in Japan.
Koda officially debuted with the single TAKE BACK in December 2000.
In 2002, after the release of several singles, she released her first studio album affection, which charted at #12.
Some success came her way when she was asked to do the main songs for the video game, "Final Fantasy X-2", with real Emotion/1000の言葉 (1000 words), Koda also provided the voice for the character Lenne in the Japanese version of the game as well as the character, "Yuna's", opening sequence dance via motion capture. The single proved to be a success, debuting at #3 and becoming Koda's first release to enter the top ten. It sold 282,734 copies and became the #24th highest-selling single of 2003. A few weeks later, Koda released her second studio album, grow into one, which debuting at #9.
In 2004, Koda released three more singles before the release of her 3rd studio album, feel my mind which again showed Koda's determinated progress, charting at #7.
From here on, Koda's success increased and her popularity rose with the release of her 11th single, a cover of 1970's anime opening, キューティーハニー, debuted at #4. This single also marked the start of Koda's to be trademark, new style: "ero-kakoii" (or "ero-Kawaii") which roughly translates as: "sexy-cool" or "sexy-cute". Koda's fourth album secret was released in February 2005. The album debuted #3 with 505,600 copie sold, making it the #22 album of 2005.
With Koda's popularity reaching new heights, she held her first live show, "secret ~FIRST CLASS LIMITED LIVE~", (later becoming one of the top 10 selling DVDs in Japan) and released her sixteenth single, Butterfly. Debuting at #2, it became her highest charting single of her career to date and was very well received by the Japanese public. Following this success, she released her first best-of compilation, BEST ~first things~. This is the album which is said to have skyrocketed her career, reaching #1 on the weekly charts and selling 1,207,793 copies, making it the #6 album of the year and the highest selling female album of 2005.
In December 2005, Koda Kumi began her 12 Singles Project in which she released one single each week for twelve consecutive weeks. The first single, you, became Koda's first ever #1 single. Each of the remaining singles from the project charted in the top five of the weekly singles chart. The success of the project was celebrated with the release of Koda's second best-of compilation album BEST ~second session~ which sold over a million copies in just over a week. It became the #2 album of 2006 with 1,768,628 copies sold. During this time, Kumi also won the 47th Nihon Record Taishō (best award prize in Japan) with Butterfly.
Her 30th single, 恋のつぼみ, the first single to be released since the 12 singles project, was released in May 2006 and debuted at #2 with 140,000 copies sold. The track became one of the most downloaded single of the year, with more than 2 millions legal downloads in just a few weeks. After the release of several successful singles, including 4 hot wave (a maxi summer single) and 夢のうた, which had become her #1 and #2 best selling singles with more than 300,000 copies sold, Koda released her fifth studio album, Black Cherry which remained at the #1 position for four weeks, selling more than 1 million copies. By the end of 2006, both BEST ~first things~ & BEST ~second session~ had nearly sold two million copies. Koda Kumi became the highest selling female artist of the year.
In 2007, Koda Kumi released several singles including 愛のうた, which became one of the most sung songs in Karaoke and one of the biggest hits from Koda’s discography. On the December 21st 2007, Koda Kumi became the seventh Japanese female artist to hold a solo concert at Tokyo Dome. During the concert, she celebrated the 7th year anniversary since her debut in front of 35,000 fans. By the end of the year, Kumi became, for the 2nd time running, the highest selling female artist of the year.
In January 2008, during the promotion of her 6th album, Kingdom, Kumi appeared as a guest on TBS radio show, "All Night Nippon". During which Koda mentioned her manager had recently got married and that she had asked her manager, "whether or not they would have children". When her manager replied that they wouldn't for the time being, Koda responded with her opinion that they ought to have children as soon as possible, as, "when women are around 35 years old their amniotic fluids go bad."
The comment was deemed so offensive that many radio shows and newspapers received angry complaints from women around the country. Koda's official website was shut down, along with endorser websites featuring her. Despite the public backlash, the album reached #1 on the Oricon charts for two weeks, selling over 600,000 copies.
4 months later, Koda made a return to the market with Moon Crying. Through the song, Koda expressed her real feelings and her apologies. The song quickly became a success and Koda was able to make a return to performing her songs on TV and radio. Shortly after the release of her 40th single, Koda released the upbeat single TABOO (to become one of the most popular song with her overseas fan-base) as well as the winter ballad single stay with me (which reached 2,000,000 downloads in few weeks) before the release of her 7th album : TRICK, which topped the Oricon Charts at #1 for 2 consecutive weeks.
In 2010, Koda celebrated the 10th anniversary of career beginnings, making it know that she wished to make the year special for her fans, the first project of the year was the release of her 8th album, UNIVERSE, coupled with a best album containing the biggest hits from her 2006~2008 works. During the year, she released several singles, including Lollipop & 好きで、好きで、好きで。, the later became her biggest digital success since 2008. She later released her first cover album, ETERNITY ~Love & Songs~, and held her first Stadium Tour in Summer 2010. In December, 2010, Koda Kumi hold a special concert in Tokyo Dome, for the 2nd time, in order to close the first chapter of her career with her fans.
Koda released her ninth studio album named Dejavu in March 2011. Shortly after its release, the singer started her national tour. Although Koda decided to perform in hall in order to be closer to her fans, this live tour is so far her longest tour to date with 72 dates from April to October.
Koda's 50th single was released August 2011 titled 4 TIMES. It included 4 songs as well as 4 music videos (first time since Summer 2006). The main song of the single is Poppin' love cocktail feat.TEEDA, a summer song produced by the pop rock band BACK-ON. The same year, she released 2 more singles where Koda shows the sexiest image of herself. In November 2011, Koda performed in Singapore for Mnet Asian Music Awards. She was the only Japanese star to perform and won the "Hottest Asian Artist" award. Koda's tenth album album was announced on December for a release in the beginning of 2012. Entitled , JAPONESQUE, the album includes a music video for each song, 17 in total. In the same time, Koda surprised everyone by writing on her official site that she is engaged to Kenji03 from BACK-ON. She announced her wedding by the end of the year. Few days after, Koda also confessed that she was 8 weeks pregnant.
Come With Me
倖田來未 Lyrics
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Can't you see the blue sky
Just now 未来に走り出せる
Let's head down to beach
君といたあの夏の日
波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと
振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
Come with me to the sun
Last night
終わり告げそうなため息
Don't you let me go
Call back こないから不安になる
Here me vent my best friend
焼けた肌が忘れない
心に残った結晶
数え切れない夏の記憶はじける
踊るシルエット このままずっと
忘れられない 熱く過ぎてく日々
気付きだした 大事なものを
ずっと心に きざんでく君と
Come with me to the sun
君といたあの夏の日
波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと
時を忘れて 風にリズムまかせ
振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
Come with me to the sun
The lyrics to 倖田來未's song COME WITH ME paint a vivid image of a person basking in nostalgia and longing for a companion to aid them through life's journey. The first verse depicts a present moment filled with genuine gratitude and appreciation for the beauty of nature, as the blue sky seeps through the singer's fingers. The following lines evoke fond memories of a past summer day spent by the beach with another person, with the only goal being to chase happiness and create a lasting memory. The writer says they don't need any material possessions to feel special, only the person they were beside that day. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the plan to move forward in life with that someone, allowing the winds of fate to guide the pair towards the "sun".
In the second verse, the singer divulges in their emotions, which are triggered by a bittersweet sigh from the night prior. They call upon their friend for comfort as they remember the summer days and its transitory, yet meaningful moments. The memories are like crystals, forever etched into the writer's mind. There's a sense of comfort in those memories, as even though they will no longer be repeated, the intensity of those precious times will never be forgotten. The writer emphasizes how they have discovered the important things in life, and they will remain in their heart alongside the person who was with them on that fateful summer day. The last line, "Come with me to the sun," reinforces that they will cling onto each other and follow the path of happiness, whatever it may be.
Overall, the song tells a story of personal growth and reminiscence. The singer's deep longing for a companion and a better tomorrow are perfectly aligned with the tune's yester-year beachy backdrop. The singer has realized the true value of their relationships and reminisces on the past with deep-seated affection. They declare their courage and hope for the future, painting a vivid portrait of the existential journey of coming to know oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
My hands 指の隙間にこぼれる
I feel overwhelmed and unable to grasp everything around me
Can't you see the blue sky
Open your eyes and appreciate the beauty around us
Just now 未来に走り出せる
We can start running towards our future right now
Let's head down to beach
Let's escape to the beach and forget about our worries
君といたあの夏の日
I remember that summer day we spent together
波の音かきわけながら
We talked and laughed while listening to the sound of the waves
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
I don't need anything special, as long as I'm with you
踊るシルエット このままずっと
Our dancing silhouettes will remain this way forever
時を忘れて 風にリズムまかせ
Let's forget about time and let the rhythm of the wind guide us
振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
Let's keep moving forward without looking back
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
I'm getting stronger because you're by my side
Come with me to the sun
Let's go to a bright and hopeful future together
Last night
Thinking about last night
終わり告げそうなため息
I let out a sigh as if it was the end
Don't you let me go
Please don't leave me alone
Call back こないから不安になる
I'm anxious because you haven't called back
Here me vent my best friend
My best friend listens to me vent
焼けた肌が忘れない
I'll never forget our tanned skin
心に残った結晶
The memories we made will stay with me forever
数え切れない夏の記憶はじける
Countless memories of that summer burst into my mind
忘れられない 熱く過ぎてく日々
I can't forget those hot and passing days
気付きだした 大事なものを
I realized what's truly important
ずっと心に きざんでく君と
You'll forever be engraved in my heart
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kumi Kouda, H-Wonder
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kanano_chan_love
歌詞です！
My hands 指の隙間にこぼれる…
CAN'T YOU SEE THE BLUE SKY
Just now 未来に走り出せる
LET'S HEAD DOWN TO BEACH
君といたあの夏の日 波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと 時を忘れて
風にリズムまかせ 振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
Last Night 終わり告げそうなため息
DON'T YOU LET ME GO
Call Back こないから不安になる
HERE ME VENT MY BEST FRIEND
焼けた肌が忘れない 心に残った結晶
数え切れない夏の記憶はじける
踊るシルエット このままずっと 忘れられない
熱く過ぎてく日々 気付きだした 大事なものを
ずっと心に きざんでく君と
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
君といたあの夏の日 波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと 時を忘れて
風にリズムまかせ 振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
@Risa.92
『COME WITH ME』
2003.08.27 RELEASE
8枚目のシングル！
夏ですね、海ですね！
くぅちゃんかんわい〜❤︎
"倖田來未見たいよう"
"一緒に踊りたいよう"
『LIVE TOUR 2005～first things～』で
この曲でタオル回して踊ってる
くぅちゃん可愛かった！
ダンスの振り付けも好き！
@frioniel007
倖田來未の曲って、withが付くのが多くないですか？
With your smile
Without Your Love
Come with me
Stay with me
夢 with you
時々、タイトルだけでは、どの曲たっけ？になる
@KODAKUMI_official
【20周年イヤー記念スペシャル ＜MVフル尺大公開＞】
KODA KUMI（倖田來未）の20周年イヤーを記念し、
これまでの楽曲のリリース日に合わせて、MVのフル尺を大公開！
今だに進化し続ける国内トップのパーフォーマーKODA KUMI（倖田來未）
20年間を振り返りながらお楽しみください
@user-vd7oo9vp6b
くうちゃん❤スタッフの皆様😆ありがとーありがとー感謝🍀
@user-wh4st3pj8d
ちなみに松下由樹に似てる。
@kanano_chan_love
歌詞です！
My hands 指の隙間にこぼれる…
CAN'T YOU SEE THE BLUE SKY
Just now 未来に走り出せる
LET'S HEAD DOWN TO BEACH
君といたあの夏の日 波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと 時を忘れて
風にリズムまかせ 振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
Last Night 終わり告げそうなため息
DON'T YOU LET ME GO
Call Back こないから不安になる
HERE ME VENT MY BEST FRIEND
焼けた肌が忘れない 心に残った結晶
数え切れない夏の記憶はじける
踊るシルエット このままずっと 忘れられない
熱く過ぎてく日々 気付きだした 大事なものを
ずっと心に きざんでく君と
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
君といたあの夏の日 波の音かきわけながら
「特別なモノ」求めたりしないから
踊るシルエット このままずっと 時を忘れて
風にリズムまかせ 振り返えらず 歩いて行こう
君が居るから 強くなってくよ
COME WITH ME TO THE SUN
@user-vd7oo9vp6b
ありがとー😉👍🎶
@user-er8pw3oy7b
懐かしすぎて涙出る
@xkkx3070
夏の倖田來未はここから始まったと思ってる
@xxxt2276
倖田來未を知った曲です。
たまたま有線で流れて、こんなカッコいい声の人いるんだって思いました。そこから昔の曲聞いて聞いて、今でも倖田來未が9割り占めています☺
@user-nv7ly7rs2d
倖田來未の元祖夏曲🏖最近ライブで歌ってないからまた聴きたいなー
@atsuyan06
DVDのfeel...買って死ぬほど見ました！笑懐かしい😂またMV集みたいなの出てくれたら嬉しいかも！