She initially debuted in 1992 as the lead singer of SUPER MONKEY'S, with fellow Okinawa Actors School classmates MAX as back dancers. After the group disbanded, she eventually had her solo debut in 1995 on the Avex Trax label with the Tetsuya Komuro produced single "Body Feels EXIT", which was an instant hit. The following singles "Chase the Chance", "Don't wanna cry" and "You're my sunshine" all sold 1 million copies during a short period of time. In 1996, Namie released her debut solo album "SWEET 19 BLUES" which sold 3.8 millions of copies throughout Japan and broke sales records at the time. It is the 12th most selling album of all time in Japan. At the end of 1996 she won the Grand Prix Award, the highest honor at the Japan Record Awards, for "Don't wanna cry". Another monumental release for Amuro was 1997's "CAN YOU CELEBRATE?", which was the best selling release of the year, and remains the best-selling physically released single by a solo female artist in Japan.
In 1997, Namie shocked everyone when she announced that SAM (from the band TRF) and she were getting married and that she was pregnant. Namie took a break from the entertainment business and her son, Haruto, was born on May 19, 1998.
Her comeback single, "I HAVE NEVER SEEN", released on December 23rd the same year, gave Amuro a warm welcome back to the industry. "I HAVE NEVER SEEN" became Amuro's 9th number-one single.
On March 17th, 1999, Amuro released her 12th single, "RESPECT the POWER OF LOVE". On the same day, Emiko Taira, Amuro's mother, was murdered. All promotional activites for the single grinded to a halt as Amuro flew to Okinawa to identify Emiko's body. A short break followed for Amuro to recover.
A few months later, Amuro began to work with producer Dallas Austin, known for his work with American hip-hop/R&B trio, TLC. This shift was in part to Amuro's personal desire to create more R&B and Hip-Hop oriented music. In 2001, Amuro parted ways with long-time producer Tetsuya Komuro, as part of her musical direction shift. From this point on, Amuro always would be in complete creative control of her career. Around this time, Amuro made a few attempts at writing lyrics for her songs, including her single "Say the word", which hit #3 on the Oricon charts, and remained a fan-favorite with Amuro performing the song over numerous tours, including her final tour, which included 20 songs that garnered the most fan votes.
Amuro and SAM would divorce in 2002, and Amuro would completely mmerse herself in her work, hardening her R&B and Hip-Hop sound, collaboriating with a number of artists under a sonic project entitled "SUITE CHIC". "SUITE CHIC" helped empower Amuro to not "be stuck in the past" with her music, as she felt mentally constricted by her name at the time. Feeling liberated after releasing a SUITE CHIC album, Amuro would continue to refine her sound and image with the following albums "STYLE" in 2003, and "Queen of Hip-Pop" in 2005.
"PLAY", released on June 27, 2007, became Amuro's highest-selling studio album since her 2000 album, "GENIUS 2000", sold 540,000 copies, and contained another fan-favorite release, "Baby Don't Cry", which reached #3 on the Oricon charts.
2008 marked a new peak in Amuro's career. In March, she released a new single, "60s70s80s", which became her 10th #1 single, the first one for Amuro since 1998's "I HAVE NEVER SEEN".
Amuro released her third "best of" album "BEST FICTION", on July 30, 2008. "BEST FICTION" proceeded to spend 6 weeks at the #1 position on the Oricon charts, had the highest first-week album sales of any release in 2008, became the #2 best overall-selling album of that year, and has sold more than 1.4 million copies since its release.
Namie started a new arena tour called Namie Amuro BEST FICTION 2008-2009 tour. It ran from October 25, 2008 to May 31, 2009. This was her first tour Amuro held sans songs produced by Tetsuya Komuro.
From 2009 on, Amuro would steadily release chart-topping studio albums. Straying from the traditional methods of the Japanese music industry yet again, Amuro decided to utilize a strategy of focusing on touring as means of promotion, rather than TV and commercial appearances. What resulted was a beneficial business move, while fulfilling Amuro's long-time preference to perform over giving interviews. This cultivated a very loyal and diverse fanbase that would consistently result in sold-out shows whenever Amuro toured.
From 2010 to 2018, as Amuro performed relentlessly long tours every year, Amuro remained consistent and dedicated to giving performances she felt she could be proud of, and in the process, quietly withheld that after a vocal cord injury in 2010, Amuro's vocal cords slowly were deteriorating. Amuro later revealed this was the deciding factor in her retirement, as she did not want to perform at a level she personally could not accept.
After her 25th anniversary concert in Okinawa, Amuro announced that she would retire from the industry on September 16th, 2018. The masses, aggrieved with this announcement, even created the name "Amuloss" for the emotion that was felt, knowing Amuro would leave a great void in the music industry.
A greatest hits album, "Finally" would be released in November of 2017 and would go on to sell over 2.5 million copies and be the best-selling album in Japan for both 2017 and 2018. Starting in March 2018, "namie amuro Final Tour 2018 ~Finally~" would result in Amuro breaking both ticket and Blu-ray/DVD sales records. With shows in all 5 major Japanese domes, including and a handful of shows outside of Japan, nearly 800,000 were in attendance. Pre-orders alone for the Blu-rays/DVDs would exceed the best-selling concert video release at that time. Combined DVD and Blu-ray sales for "namie amuro Final Tour 2018 ~Finally~" have sold over 1.74 million since its release in late August 2018.
After party
安室奈美恵 Lyrics
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真夜中の晩ご飯 シュリンプカクテルとシャンパン
2人 too stylish インペリアルスイートでのルームサービス
ブリンブリンな夜景のバルコニー (天使でも夢見るラブドリーム)
そう ここはパラダイス after party 俺のオーガナイズ
君は sexy V.I.P 特別なゲスト ミッドナイトクイーン
(Daddy どうすればいい?) 心配ない 俺とフローすればいい
そう まるでインストラクター ゆっくりとキスする君の目蓋
Daddy let me fly again もう1回 take me high again
Daddy let me fly again 夜が明けてもずっと
Daddy let me fly again もう絶対 I won't be shy again
So, just love me (yeah) it's after party
スイートでデンジャラス 長めワンループエンドレス
セクシーフレンチキス スローテンポ 甘い旋律
フルーツみたくジューシー インセンス香る部屋中に
気分相当ムーディー シャン･パングラスもってジャクーズィー
(甘いクワイエットストームみたいに daddy do it nice 'n' slow)
そこら辺のプレイボーイ達とは違う ソフトなジェントルタッチ
かなりタイムリー CDチェンジャーかかる アイズリー
So, just feel the beat バスローブのまんま between the sheets c'mon
Daddy let me fly again もう1回 take me high again
Daddy let me fly again 夜が明けてもずっと (keep it on girl)
Daddy let me fly again もう絶対 I won't be shy again
So, just love me (yeah) it's after party
Hot sex on a platter まるでクエスト ミッドナイトマラダー
夜が明けてもまだ続けよう (let's continue the saga)
Baby, it's on again 火が付いてきた導火線
俺が Mr. Dynamite 伝説のゴールデンマイク
セクシー過ぎるこのアングル 未成年にゃここはスクランブル
潜り込むそのジャングル孤島 浮かべたベッドはグランブルー
まだ早い good night まだ終わらないこんな good life
(Hurry hurry give it tome daddy)
Ok, let's rock the party
Daddy let me fly again もう1回 take me high again
Daddy let me fly again 夜が明けてもずっと (keep it on girl)
Daddy let me fly again もう絶対 I won't be shy again
So, just love me (just love me) it's after party
The lyrics to 安室奈美恵 Feat. ZEEBRA's song "AFTER PARTY" depict a glamorous and exciting night out with a special someone. The song begins with the invitation to continue spending time together in a one-on-one setting, with plans for a late-night dinner consisting of shrimp cocktail and champagne. The lyrics highlight the stylish and luxurious atmosphere, as the couple enjoys room service in an extravagant suite with a balcony offering stunning views. The singer describes this place as a paradise where they can have their after party, emphasizing their role as the organizer of this special event.
The lyrics mention the companion as a sexy V.I.P, a special guest, and a midnight queen. The singer assures them not to worry and to simply flow with their rhythm, signaling a deep level of trust and comfort in their relationship. The description of slow kisses with closed eyes reinforces the intimate and romantic nature of their encounter.
The chorus serves as a plea to Daddy, likely a term of endearment for their partner, to allow them to experience the exhilarating feeling of flying again. This suggests a desire to continue the excitement and passion beyond the current moment, even after the night is over. The lyrics express a willingness to love and be loved, even during the after party.
Line by Line Meaning
君と one on one 続けようぜ 今晩のプラン
Let's continue our intimate one-on-one time together, let's make plans for tonight
真夜中の晩ご飯 シュリンプカクテルとシャンパン
Having shrimp cocktail and champagne as a late night dinner
2人 too stylish インペリアルスイートでのルームサービス
Both of us looking incredibly stylish, enjoying room service in an Imperial Suite
ブリンブリンな夜景のバルコニー (天使でも夢見るラブドリーム)
On a balcony with a dazzling night view, even angels dream of love
そう ここはパラダイス after party 俺のオーガナイズ
Yes, this is paradise, after party organized by me
君は sexy V.I.P 特別なゲスト ミッドナイトクイーン
You are a sexy V.I.P, a special guest, the midnight queen
(Daddy どうすればいい?) 心配ない 俺とフローすればいい
(Daddy, what should I do?) Don't worry, just follow my lead
そう まるでインストラクター ゆっくりとキスする君の目蓋
Yes, like an instructor, gently kissing your eyelids
Daddy let me fly again もう1回 take me high again
Daddy, let me fly again, one more time, take me to new heights
Daddy let me fly again 夜が明けてもずっと
Daddy, let me fly again, even after the night ends
Daddy let me fly again もう絶対 I won't be shy again
Daddy, let me fly again, I promise I won't be shy anymore
So, just love me (yeah) it's after party
So, just love me, yeah, it's the after party
スイートでデンジャラス 長めワンループエンドレス
Dangerously sweet, a long loop that goes on endlessly
セクシーフレンチキス スローテンポ 甘い旋律
A sexy French kiss, slow tempo, sweet melody
フルーツみたくジューシー インセンス香る部屋中に
Juicy like fruits, with the scent of incense filling the room
気分相当ムーディー シャン･パングラスもってジャクーズィー
Feeling quite moody, holding a champagne glass in the jacuzzi
(甘いクワイエットストームみたいに daddy do it nice 'n' slow)
(Like a sweet quiet storm, daddy, do it nice and slow)
そこら辺のプレイボーイ達とは違う ソフトなジェントルタッチ
Different from the playboys around here, a soft, gentle touch
かなりタイムリー CDチェンジャーかかる アイズリー
Quite timely, the CD changer plays smoothly, seductive
So, just feel the beat バスローブのまんま between the sheets c'mon
So, just feel the beat, with the bathrobe still on, between the sheets, come on
Hot sex on a platter まるでクエスト ミッドナイトマラダー
Hot sex served like a platter, like a quest, a midnight masquerade
夜が明けてもまだ続けよう (let's continue the saga)
Even after the night ends, let's continue this, let's continue the saga
Baby, it's on again 火が付いてきた導火線
Baby, it's on again, the fuse has been lit
俺が Mr. Dynamite 伝説のゴールデンマイク
I am Mr. Dynamite, the legendary golden microphone
セクシー過ぎるこのアングル 未成年にゃここはスクランブル
This angle is too sexy, for minors, it's a scramble
潜り込むそのジャングル孤島 浮かべたベッドはグランブルー
Diving into that jungle-like island, the bed that floats is grand blue
まだ早い good night まだ終わらないこんな good life
It's still early, good night, this good life is not over yet
(Hurry hurry give it tome daddy)
(Hurry hurry, give it to me daddy)
Ok, let's rock the party
Okay, let's rock the party
Daddy let me fly again もう1回 take me high again
Daddy, let me fly again, one more time, take me high again
Daddy let me fly again 夜が明けてもずっと
Daddy, let me fly again, even after the night ends
Daddy let me fly again もう絶対 I won't be shy again
Daddy, let me fly again, I promise I won't be shy anymore
So, just love me (just love me) it's after party
So, just love me, just love me, it's the after party
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Written by: Zeebra, Ryosuke Imai, DJ Ken-Bo
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