Kyoko was one of the two vocalists for BARBEE BOYS (バービーボーイズ) until their break-up in 1990, and she débuted as a solo artist in 1991. In 1999, she formed 福耳 (Fukumimi) alongside label-mates スガシカオ (Suga Shikao) and 山崎まさよし (Masayoshi Yamazaki), which has since grown into a super-group comprising all the members of Office Augusta.
In addition to a music career, Kyoko is an actress in commercials and dramas, and is a radio personality.
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For the hardcore punk band from Orange County, California, USA, please see Kyoko.
DISTANCIA~この胸の約束~
杏子 Lyrics
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今頃 メッセージ
あなた聞いてるはず
壁に飾るタペストリー
窓の外を見てる
ダイヤの泪の海 きらめいて
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
「信じてる」 伝説の夏が 行く前に
出逢いを 再び どうか 受け止めて
レンガの街並 過ぎる雲の影が
季節の変わりめを 知らせてる
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
距離を越えて 今
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
この胸の約束 輝やいてる
距離を越えて
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
距離を越えて 今
These lyrics are from the song DISTANCIA~この胸の約束~ by 杏子. The lyrics illustrate the emotions of two people in a long-distance relationship who are finding ways to stay connected despite the distance between them. The singer is on the phone with her partner, expressing her longing to be with him and reaffirming their commitment to each other. She mentions a tapestry on the wall and the view outside the window, creating a sense of longing and nostalgia.
The chorus talks about a promise that the singer holds dear to her heart, and how, despite the distance, she can feel that promise shining brightly. She believes in the promise and trusts that they will overcome the distance and be reunited. The lyrics use imagery such as the "diamond tears" and the "seasonal changes" to convey a deep sense of yearning and hope.
The overall mood of the song is sentimental, and the lyrics connect with the listeners by expressing a universal feeling of love and longing. The melody is soothing, and the vocals are heartfelt, making this a soulful and emotional track.
Line by Line Meaning
「帰るわ」ひとこと電話かけてみた
I tried saying 'I'm coming home' in a single phone call
今頃 メッセージ
You should be listening to my message by now
あなた聞いてるはず
You should be listening, I hope
壁に飾るタペストリー
The tapestry hanging on the wall
窓の外を見てる
I'm looking outside the window
ダイヤの泪の海 きらめいて
The sea of diamond tears sparkle
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
To think that I can understand despite us being so far apart
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
I direct my promise from my heart towards you
距離を越えて 今
Overcoming the distance, right now
「信じてる」 伝説の夏が 行く前に
Before the legendary summer of 'I believe in you' passes by
出逢いを 再び どうか 受け止めて
Please accept our encounter once again
レンガの街並 過ぎる雲の影が
The rows of brick buildings, and the shadows of passing clouds
季節の変わりめを 知らせてる
Announcing the change of seasons
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
To think that I can understand despite us being so far apart
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
I direct my promise from my heart towards you
距離を越えて 今
Overcoming the distance, right now
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
To think that I can understand despite us being so far apart
この胸の約束 輝やいてる
This promise from my heart is shining
距離を越えて
Overcoming the distance
こんなにも遠く離れてわかるなんて
To think that I can understand despite us being so far apart
この胸の約束 あなためがけ
I direct my promise from my heart towards you
距離を越えて 今
Overcoming the distance, right now
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Written by: anzu
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