Mizuki is perhaps most famous for his earlier performances: the opening theme songs of the Go Nagai animated television series Mazinger Z, Leiji Matsumoto's Space Pirate Captain Harlock and Tatsunoko Productions' Tekkaman: The Space Knight — Mazinger Z will later give birth to the Super Robot genre of anime that dominated the Japanese television landscape of the 1970s.
On July 19, 2000, he formed (with fellow anison vocalists Hironobu Kageyama, Masaaki Endoh, Eizo Sakamoto, and Rika Matsumoto) the "supergroup" JAM Project. (Effective August 2002, he has since reduced his formal status in this group to "part-time member" and now focuses on producing both the group and up-and-coming talent.)
His most recent performance was STORMBRINGER, the opening of Kotetsushin Jeeg (as part of JAM Project). Fittingly enough, Kotetsushin Jeeg is a sequel to Kotetsu Jeeg, an anime which Mizuki sang the opening theme for.
原始少年リュウが行く
水木一郎 Lyrics
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リュウが叫ぶ 太陽に向かって
リュウがリュウがリュウが
泣いている
まぶたの母は いま どこに
ふり向くな リュウ
明日は お前のもの
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
リュウが走る 割れさけた大地を
リュウが叫ぶ 火の山に向かって
リュウがリュウがリュウが
泣いている
心の友は いま どこに
ふり向くな リュウ
明日は お前のもの
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
リュウが走る 恐竜の谷を
リュウが叫ぶ 嵐に向かって
リュウがリュウがリュウが
泣いている
いとしい ひとは いま どこに
ふり向くな リュウ
明日は お前のもの
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
In the song "原始少年リュウが行く" (Primitive Boy Ryu Goes), the lyrics depict the journey and emotions of Ryu, a young boy living in a primal world. The first stanza begins with Ryu running tirelessly through an endless wilderness, symbolizing his boundless energy and determination. He shouts towards the sun, expressing his ambition to reach greater heights. The repetition of "リュウがリュウがリュウが" emphasizes his active and assertive nature. However, amidst his energetic persona, Ryu is also shown crying, suggesting that he carries an emotional burden.
The second stanza continues Ryu's narrative as he runs on broken land and directs his voice towards a fiery mountain. This image conveys his fearlessness in facing challenges head-on. Again, he is depicted crying, indicating moments of vulnerability. The lyrics inquire about the whereabouts of his "heart's friend," implying that Ryu longs for companionship and support. The refrain emphasizes that tomorrow belongs to him and encourages him not to look back, urging him to focus on his own path.
The third stanza portrays Ryu running through a valley inhabited by dinosaurs. He shouts towards an approaching storm, representing his defiance against danger and his strong will. Once again, Ryu is shown crying, possibly due to the difficulties he encounters. The lyrics suggest that someone beloved to him is not present, perhaps indicating a sense of loss or longing. The refrain repeats the encouragement for Ryu to seize the opportunities of tomorrow, reinforcing his independence and determination.
Overall, the lyrics of "原始少年リュウが行く" convey the adventurous spirit and emotional journey of Ryu, a primitive boy. The repeated refrain signifies his unwavering resolve and emphasizes the message that the future belongs to him. These lyrics reflect themes of personal growth, resilience, and the pursuit of one's own path despite challenges and setbacks.
Line by Line Meaning
リュウが走る はてしなき原野を
Ryu runs through the endless wilderness
リュウが叫ぶ 太陽に向かって
Ryu shouts towards the sun
リュウがリュウがリュウが
Ryu, Ryu, Ryu
泣いている
Crying
まぶたの母は いま どこに
Where is Ryu's beloved mother?
ふり向くな リュウ
Don't look back, Ryu
明日は お前のもの
Tomorrow belongs to you
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
Primitive boy Ryu, Ryu is going
リュウが走る 割れさけた大地を
Ryu runs through the cracked earth
リュウが叫ぶ 火の山に向かって
Ryu shouts towards the volcano
心の友は いま どこに
Where is Ryu's dear friend?
ふり向くな リュウ
Don't look back, Ryu
明日は お前のもの
Tomorrow belongs to you
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
Primitive boy Ryu, Ryu is going
リュウが走る 恐竜の谷を
Ryu runs through the valley of dinosaurs
リュウが叫ぶ 嵐に向かって
Ryu shouts towards the storm
リュウがリュウがリュウが
Ryu, Ryu, Ryu
泣いている
Crying
いとしい ひとは いま どこに
Where is Ryu's beloved person?
ふり向くな リュウ
Don't look back, Ryu
明日は お前のもの
Tomorrow belongs to you
原始少年リュウ リュウが行く
Primitive boy Ryu, Ryu is going
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: 石森章太郎
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
白いTシャツにカレーうどん
若い頃の声、丁寧に歌っていますね。圧倒的な歌唱力と声量、凄いです!アニメの主題歌など、からかわれる時代も有りましたが、水木さんが世界に誇れる文化に育ててくてました。ありがとう御座います!お疲れ様でした。
雪うさぎ
この歌は検索してもなかなか見つからなくて、まさかここで聞けるとは、感動です。さすがの水木さんの歌声。素晴らしい。
平晴彦
本当にアニメソング最高の時代、何回聴いても素晴らしい
梶村貴美子
この歌が、水木さんのアニソン第一号だということは有名でしたが、なかなか聞く機会がありませんでした。up感謝します。
この歌を聞いて、「この歌を歌っている人に、他の歌も歌ってもらいたい、歌を聞いてみたい」と感じる歌声だなと感じました。
当時、「リュウ」の歌を聞いた業界の方々もおそらくそう思ったのではないでしょうか。
huuun
それぞれの人の胸にアニキの歌があるからこそ、半世紀以上も聞かれてるし、これからも歌い継がれていくんだろうね。
Oddment
何度も言われてることだろうけれど
やはりこの当時のアニソンの歌詞や曲調というものは今聴くと却って新鮮だ
というよりあらためて“よい作品”だと気づかされる。哀愁を帯びつつダイナミックなオケは耳に心地よい
いつの間にか口ずさんでいる。かえすがえすもアニキの去ったことは惜しまれてならない
本戸誠一
アニキ伝説始まりの曲子門真人、ささきいさお、前川陽子、大杉久美子、堀江美都子そしてアニキ、この方々がアニソンの地位を高めたのはまぎれもない事実だ。アニキありがとうございました。
korakorapari
ヒデ夕樹も加えてくださいね。
たいと82
水木一郎さん歌上手い
織田信長
つい先日、dアニメで原始少年リュウが配信されました。とても嬉しいです。