Hamasaki started her musical career in 1994 and released her first album "NOTHING FROM NOTHING" in 1995; the album was not successful, and she was subsequently dropped by her record label. In 1998, Hamasaki released her first single, poker face, via the Avex Trax label, after being discovered by label head Masato "Max" Matsuura partying at the Avex-owned club, Velfarre. Hamasaki's debut album, "A Song for ××", was released in 1999, and won her a Gold Disk Award. She has since sold more than 50 million records in Japan alone with the releases of her 9 full-length studio albums, 1 mini-album, 4 compilation albums, 45 singles, and 17 remix albums, becoming the top selling solo and female artist and the 4th top selling Japanese artist in history. With the release of her 40th single "BLUE BIRD", Hamasaki's single sales passed the 20 million mark, making her the first solo and female singer to reach that milestone.
With the release of her 45th single "Rule/Sparkle", Hamasaki currently has 20 consecutive #1 singles (starting from "Free & Easy") and 32 #1 singles in the Japanese ORICON charts. In addition, she is the first Japanese artist to have her first original 8 studio albums top the charts.
Hamasaki released her ninth studio album, GUILTY on January 1, 2008. Shortly after the release, Ayumi revealed that she had become completely deaf in her left ear, and that it is inoperable. It is believed that she suffers from tinnitus, and Ayumi has known about the condition of her left ear since 2007 after an examination. She also stated that she would continue on with her career for her fans, explaining that "nevertheless, I would like to continue as a singer. That's why I would like to continue singing until I reach the limit with my remaining right ear".
In addition to serving as background music for television advertisements, some of Hamasaki's songs have been used as themes for video games and film productions such as television shows and motion pictures. "Depend on you" and its b-side "Two of us" were used as the opening and ending theme, respectively, of the video game Thousand Arms, while the video game Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams used "Startin'" and "rainy day" as its opening and ending theme, respectively. The dorama My Little Chef featured "Voyage" as its theme, while the anime InuYasha featured "Dearest." Finally, Hamasaki's songs "HEAVEN", "Secret", "fated", and "Rule" have been used as the themes for the movies Shinobi: Heart Under Blade, Confession of Pain, Kaidan, and DragonBall Evolution, respectively.
In January 2008, Hamasaki announced on her blog that an inoperable condition, possibly tinnitus or Ménière's disease, had caused complete deafness in her left ear. She had been diagnosed with the condition in 2006 and that the problem dated to 2000, when she developed an ear infection but continued to perform against the advice of doctors. Despite the setback, Hamasaki stated that she wished to continue singing, and that "as a professional", she wanted to "deliver the best performance for everyone". On May 20, 2017, she wrote that she is also losing hearing in her right ear, and had experienced dizziness and nausea. She vowed to continue performing, writing: "The stage is where I belong. It's the only place I really, truly exist. I don't know anything else."
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Momentum
浜崎あゆみ Lyrics
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誰もが皆 人恋しくなる季節が
今年もまた あたたかさと
冷たさを連れてやって来た
幼すぎた僕らがまだ 何も知らず
笑い合って しがみついて
押し寄せるこんな痛みに
どんな言い訳をすればいい
白い雪にひとりで 凍えそうな夜でも
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の勇気
いつかきっと 許されると信じながら
時間がただ 過ぎてくのを
待つのは愚かすぎるのかな
溢れる想い抱きしめる
こぼれてしまわないように
白い雪にふたりの 手が届くその日まで
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の勇気
溢れる想い抱きしめる
こぼれてしまわないように
白い雪にひとりで 凍えそうな夜でも
白い雪にふたりの 手が届くその日まで
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の永遠
君に出会えた事は 僕の最初の奇跡
"Momentum" by 浜崎あゆみ (Ayumi Hamasaki) is a heartfelt ballad that explores the enduring power of love. The lyrics depict the changing seasons and how they evoke a longing for companionship and warmth. The opening line, "The days I loved you were my final miracle," suggests that the singer cherishes the memories of a past love that holds significant meaning in their life.
The song reflects on the naivety and innocence of their relationship, reminiscing about the days when they were young and unaware of the challenges that awaited them. The lines "We laughed together, holding on tight, walking" evoke a sense of nostalgia and a desire to relive those carefree moments.
The chorus emphasizes the strength and bravery of the singer's love: "Even on freezing nights when I'm alone in the white snow, loving you is my final courage." The lyrics express the singer's determination to keep their love alive, even in the face of pain and hardship.
The song also explores the themes of forgiveness and the passage of time. The lines "While believing that one day, I'll surely be forgiven" convey the singer's hope for forgiveness and the struggle of waiting for it. They contemplate whether waiting for forgiveness is foolish or not, questioning the wisdom in holding onto something that might never come.
Overall, "Momentum" is a poignant reflection on the enduring power of love and the resilience to hold on to it even in the most challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
君を愛した日々は 僕の最後の奇跡
The days I loved you are my final miracle.
誰もが皆 人恋しくなる季節が
The season when everyone longs for love
今年もまた あたたかさと 冷たさを連れてやって来た
Has come again this year, bringing both warmth and coldness.
幼すぎた僕らがまだ 何も知らず
We were too young, still knowing nothing.
笑い合って しがみついて 歩いていた日を思い出す
I remember the days when we laughed, held onto each other, and walked together.
押し寄せるこんな痛みに どんな言い訳をすればいい
What excuses can I make for this overwhelming pain?
白い雪にひとりで 凍えそうな夜でも
Even on nights when I'm alone and freezing in the white snow.
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の勇気
Loving you is my final courage.
いつかきっと 許されると信じながら
While believing that someday, I will definitely be forgiven.
時間がただ 過ぎてくのを 待つのは愚かすぎるのかな
Is it too foolish to just wait for time to pass?
溢れる想い抱きしめる こぼれてしまわないように
I hold onto overflowing emotions, so they won't spill over.
白い雪にふたりの 手が届くその日まで
Until the day our hands touch in the white snow.
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の勇気
Loving you is my final courage.
君を愛してるのは 僕の最後の永遠
Loving you is my final eternity.
君に出会えた事は 僕の最初の奇跡
Meeting you is my first miracle.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Ayumi Hamasaki, Tetsuya Yukumi
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