Ai Kawashima (川嶋あい/Kawashima Ai), born February 21, 1986 in Fukuoka, is a J… Read Full Bio ↴Ai Kawashima (川嶋あい/Kawashima Ai), born February 21, 1986 in Fukuoka, is a Japanese singer-songwriter.Former singer of the duo I WiSH (with pianist Nao), Ai Kawashima is now pursuing a solo career. Her music was used as an opening theme to the Japanese release of the video game, Shining Force Neo, titled "Zetsubou to Kibou"「絶望と希望」, from her sixth maxi single. Also, "Compass" was used as the theme in the 8th One Piece movie, an anime film.

Ai had the dream of becoming a singer since she was little. The dream was made by her and her mother together. Her mother was her only family since she had lost her father when she was just a child. However, Ai's mother died before she became a famous singer. Now she is singing not only for her mother, who has passed away, but also for people who listen to her song, wishing world peace.

Before she became a famous singer, she established a goal--to perfrom 100 times on the street--and accomplished it after she became a great singer. Her voice is called "angel's voice". At first, there were only a few people listening to her song on the street, however, gradually she attracted a lot of people. Ultimately, her last street performance in Shibuya attracted a great number of people.

Dear
川嶋あい Lyrics

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あなたに出逢えてほんとにうれしいよ
あなたとこの道を今ゆっくり歩いてる
大切な人へ伝えたい

寒い冬の季節ねえ覚えている?
凍えそうな空を見つめていた
あれから何日も過ぎていったけど
忘れられないことありすぎたね

いつも不安で孤独でどうしようもない
そんな私を強く守ってくれた

あなたに出逢えてほんとにうれしいんだ
あなたの優しさがほら私を支えてるよ
大好きな人へ伝えたい「ありがとう」

いつか私がこのまま大人になっても
何かを失ってくじけそうになっても
そしてそして年をとってしわができても
何が起こったとしてもうたえなくなっても
どうか離れていかないでずっといつまでも
一緒にいたいよ

あの日突然に泣き出してごめんね
あなたがあったか過ぎて心が締めつけられた
あなたの笑顔が一番大好きだよ
ほんとは淋しがりやでそんなとこは似てるよね
あなたに出会えてほんとに幸せだから
ずっとずっとこれからも一緒に歩いていこう

大切な人へ心から「ありがとう」「ありがとう」
ありがとう

Overall Meaning

The song "Dear" by A.I. Kawashima is a beautiful expression of gratitude and love for someone who has been a source of support and strength in the singer's life. The singer recounts the cold winter season when she met this person and how they have been walking together on this path since then. The singer has faced many difficulties and insecurities, but this person has been her rock, always protecting her and supporting her through everything. The singer is grateful to have met this person and their kindness has been her source of strength. The song talks about how even as the singer grows old and faces challenges, she hopes this person will always be by her side.

The lyrics also express a sense of vulnerability and honesty that is often not seen in Japanese music. The singer apologizes for crying in front of the person and takes a moment to admit that she can be lonely at times. The song is a reassurance that even though life can get tough, and people can experience negative emotions, there is always someone who can make things better, and their support is appreciated.

Overall, the song evokes a sense of warmth and comfort that is necessary in today's world. It is a reminder to appreciate the people that are always there for us and to express our gratitude.

Line by Line Meaning

あなたに出逢えてほんとにうれしいよ
I'm truly happy that I met you.

あなたとこの道を今ゆっくり歩いてる
I'm walking this path slowly with you now.

大切な人へ伝えたい
I want to tell my precious person.

寒い冬の季節ねえ覚えている?
Do you remember the cold winter season?

凍えそうな空を見つめていた
I was staring at the freezing sky.

あれから何日も過ぎていったけど
Many days have passed since then.

忘れられないことありすぎたね
There were too many things I could not forget.

いつも不安で孤独でどうしようもない
I was always anxious and lonely, and I did not know what to do.

そんな私を強く守ってくれた
You strongly protected me like that.

あなたの優しさがほら私を支えてるよ
Your kindness is supporting me, see?

大好きな人へ伝えたい「ありがとう」
I want to say to my beloved person, 'Thank you.'