She and Komuro became lovers, however, it was not meant to be, as much gossip surrounded the couple in the late 90s, including rumors of drug abuse and hard partying went rampant in Japanese tabloids. In 1999, she released her first non-TK produced album, "One Fine Day". She continued to release music, but she never quite reached the mainstream success she once had. During this period, she also made two adult photobooks (both of which sold quite well) and acted in musicals touring all over Japan.
In 2007, Tomomi was fired from her talent agency, who cited "unreliability" and "health problems" as main factors contributing to her leave. In January 2009, Kahala was hospitalized for tranquilizer abuse. As of 2010, it was unclear whether or not Tomomi will return to the music industry - however, Kahala made her return in 2012 with a much-talked about performance on Japanese television of her classic, "I'm proud". In 2013, she released her first single in seven years, a cover of the Les Misérables standard, "I Dreamed a Dream". It reached 13 on the Oricon charts, marking her first single to hit the top 20 in 9 years.
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華原朋美 Lyrics
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何年もきたそのままでいた
夜明も 夕暮れも関係なかった
あなたを守っていく事には
周りも誰でも捨ててもよかった
写真も今は1枚もない
消えちゃったまま何も残らない
これからはどこ?私の居場所は
あなたがここで羽を休めれば
私は何も望んでない
大事なもの1つあれば
夜明も 夕暮れも関係なかった
あなたを守っていく事には
周りも誰でも捨ててもよかった
写真も今は1枚もない
pure mind 持ち続け
失っていくものも探さないままで
今日も微笑む
私は純情な夜を送りつづけ
昼は涙なんか字も知らない
あの人に優しくなりたいだけ
These lyrics discuss a sense of loss and searching for something that has gone missing. The singer mentions how they have been living with this feeling for many years, without actively searching or trying to find what they have lost. The passage of time, whether it be daybreak or twilight, has no significance because their focus is solely on protecting the person they care about.
The lyrics suggest that the singer would be willing to sacrifice anything, including their relationships with others, just to ensure the safety and well-being of this person. They mention not having any photographs anymore, indicating that the memories they once held dear have vanished, leaving nothing behind. Despite this, the singer seems resigned to the fact that their own existence and whereabouts are insignificant as long as the person they care for finds solace in their presence. Their desires and needs become secondary, and they do not require any help or sympathy from others.
The lyrics emphasize the detachment of the singer from their own desires and emotions. They mention that the passing of day and night, the ordinary struggles of life, hold no meaning for them as long as they can protect their loved one. Their mind is described as "pure," indicating a sense of innocence and selflessness in their intentions. They continue to smile every day, portraying their strong will to continue living and cherishing pure moments, despite the losses they have faced.
The lyrics also express a longing to be kind and gentle towards the person they care for. During the daytime, they suggest not knowing how to express their emotions, as tears are unfamiliar to them. They convey a desire to be kind and loving towards this person, emphasizing their pure intentions and genuine affection.
Overall, these lyrics depict a heartfelt dedication and selflessness towards someone who holds great significance in the singer's life. Despite the losses and challenges they face, they continue to persevere, cherishing the moments they have and prioritizing the well-being of their loved one above all else.
Line by Line Meaning
無くなったまま探さないまま
Without searching for what was lost
何年もきたそのままでいた
Stayed the same for many years
夜明も 夕暮れも関係なかった
Day and night didn't matter
あなたを守っていく事には
To protect you
周りも誰でも捨ててもよかった
I could have abandoned everyone around
写真も今は1枚もない
Now I don't have even a single photo
消えちゃったまま何も残らない
Nothing is left, disappeared completely
これからはどこ?私の居場所は
Where will I be from now on? Where is my place?
助けも 同情も何もいらなかった
I didn't need help or sympathy
あなたがここで羽を休めれば
If you can rest your wings here
私は何も望んでない
I don't wish for anything
大事なもの1つあれば
If I have one important thing
pure mind 持ち続け
Continuing to have a pure mind
失っていくものも探さないままで
Without searching for what I'm losing
今日も微笑む
Smiling again today
私は純情な夜を送りつづけ
I continue to spend pure nights
昼は涙なんか字も知らない
During the day, I don't even know the word 'tears'
あの人に優しくなりたいだけ
I just want to be kind to that person
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: 哲哉 小室
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@chi-yu1761
これ、nine cubesのアルバムに収録されていて大好きな歌(^-^)昔情熱大陸でアルバムを製作しているのを放送されてたな～☺
アップして頂きありがとうございます♡
@user-bb3cr8dl2m
このアルバム、小室さんとのツーショット写真がないし、曲も淋しい歌詞ばかりだったな。ラブブレスのアルバムと温度差がすごかった💦
@201122ty
歌詞も曲調もただただ切ない。
これを歌わせる小室さんて残酷な人だなって当時思ってた。
@poukai82
Hello! This song is my favourite since 1998, when I bought this cd , nine cube , I was in Geneva in Switzerland.. I hear this tune again and again and,.......
In your comments you said M.Komuro was cruel to let Tomomi sing this song, why? Can you please tell me?
Thanks
@ninecuber6525
@Steve poukai their relationship was really falling apart when they were making this album. He often didn't show up at the recording studio when they were scheduled to work on the songs and he kept getting less and less involved with her career. He was also likely cheating on her during this time. The lyrics on this album and of this song in particular must have been hard for her to sing since they're so bleak compared to the love songs he had written for her first 2 albums. As you listen to this album you can effectively feel the pain leading up to their eventual breakup which happened shortly after the album's release day.
@poukai82
@ninecuber ok now I understand, it's very sad for Tomomi. The situation is complex because M.Komuro is her manager, writer composer and boyfriend,she had everything or nothing even if she is a very good singer and beautiful woman, her heart is very sad and she sang one very sad song: Sagashimono. I felt since the first time i heard this song the sadness of Tomomi . Thanks a lot