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.
華
華原朋美 Lyrics
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もう怖くはない歩いてゆける
龍の扉開けた鳥が
野生の風に飛び立ってゆく
気持ちのままここまで来たの
嘘だけつきたくない
余計なものは何もいらない
ひとつづつ脱ぎ捨ててゆく
私らしくありのまま生きたい
今なら自由に笑って
すべてにやさしくなれる気がしてる
愛する華明日に続く my story
長い夢を見てたあとに
目覚めたみたいな夜明けの中で
紫の光がとても
キレイで泣きそうに揺れてた
街の色も風の匂いも一番好きな季節
誰にも見えない羽根のブーツで
軽やかに超えて行けそう
心に華いつでも信じて
しゅんとしたり
はしゃぎすぎたあとに
大事な答えを見つけて
私は私になれる気がしてる
愛する華明日に続く my story
晴れ渡る広い空が
いつだって守ってる忘れない
歌をうたったりときには休んで
繰り返し羽ばたいてゆこう
心の華咲き誇るように
私らしくありのまま生きたい
今なら自由に笑って
すべてにやさしくなれる気がしてる
そう大事な答えを見つけて
私は私になれる気がしてる
愛する華明日に続く my story
The lyrics of "華" by 華原朋美 convey a sense of empowerment and embracing one's true self. The opening lines express a fearlessness that allows the individual to walk confidently and open the doors to their own potential. By using the imagery of a bird soaring in the wild wind after breaking free from the dragon's gate, the lyrics suggest a liberation from external expectations and pressures.
The lyrics then highlight the importance of staying true to oneself and shedding unnecessary baggage along the journey. The metaphor of petals blooming in full glory represents the desire to live authentically and embrace one's own uniqueness. The singer expresses the longing to live freely and laugh without restraint, believing that this will make them kinder and more compassionate towards everyone.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of love and hope for the future. The phrase "愛する華明日に続く my story" translates to "Beloved flower, my story continues into tomorrow." This suggests that the journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance is deeply intertwined with love and the belief that one's story will continue to unfold.
The following verses celebrate the beauty of the world, from the colors of the city to the scent of the wind, with the singer expressing their favorite season and the feeling of lightness with invisible boots made of feathers. This imagery evokes a sense of limitless possibilities and the ability to overcome obstacles with grace.
As the lyrics progress, there is a recognition of the need for balance, as the singer mentions moments of stillness and playfulness. This implies the importance of introspection and finding the answers that are truly meaningful. Through this process, the singer believes they can fully become themselves and continue their journey with a sense of purpose and authenticity.
In the final lines, the lyrics come full circle, reaffirming the desire to live vibrantly and embrace one's own uniqueness. There is a belief that by embracing one's true self, they can find the important answers and continue writing their own story, with the connection to love remaining strong. The lyrics convey a sense of hope, resilience, and the power of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
誰に何を言われたって
No matter what others say to me
もう怖くはない歩いてゆける
I can walk without fear
龍の扉開けた鳥が
A bird that opened the door of a dragon
野生の風に飛び立ってゆく
Taking off in the wild wind
気持ちのままここまで来たの
I came this far with my feelings
嘘だけつきたくない
I just don't want to tell lies
余計なものは何もいらない
I don't need anything extra
ひとつづつ脱ぎ捨ててゆく
I'm stripping away one by one
心の華咲き誇るように
So that the flower in my heart can bloom proudly
私らしくありのまま生きたい
I want to live as myself, just as I am
今なら自由に笑って
Now, I can laugh freely
すべてにやさしくなれる気がしてる
I feel like I can be kind to everything
愛する華明日に続く my story
My story continues, following the beloved flowers of tomorrow
長い夢を見てたあとに
After dreaming a long dream
目覚めたみたいな夜明けの中で
In the dawn that feels like awakening
紫の光がとても
The purple light is so
キレイで泣きそうに揺れてた
Beautiful and trembling, almost on the verge of tears
街の色も風の匂いも一番好きな季節
The colors of the town and the scent of the wind, my favorite season
誰にも見えない羽根のブーツで
With invisible winged boots
軽やかに超えて行けそう
It seems I can smoothly overcome them
心に華いつでも信じて
Always believe in the flower in your heart
しゅんとしたり
Feeling touched
はしゃぎすぎたあとに
After being overly excited
大事な答えを見つけて
Find important answers
私は私になれる気がしてる
I feel like I can become myself
愛する華明日に続く my story
My story continues, following the beloved flowers of tomorrow
晴れ渡る広い空が
The clear wide sky
いつだって守ってる忘れない
Always protecting and not forgetting
歌をうたったりときには休んで
Sing a song and sometimes take a rest
繰り返し羽ばたいてゆこう
Let's flapping our wings repeatedly
心の華咲き誇るように
So that the flower in my heart can bloom proudly
私らしくありのまま生きたい
I want to live as myself, just as I am
今なら自由に笑って
Now, I can laugh freely
すべてにやさしくなれる気がしてる
I feel like I can be kind to everything
そう大事な答えを見つけて
Yes, find the important answer
私は私になれる気がしてる
I feel like I can become myself
愛する華明日に続く my story
My story continues, following the beloved flowers of tomorrow
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: H.U.B.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
melodyheart kyoko
唯一無二の歌手。華原朋美さんの人生は映画のよう。
華原朋美さんを歌手として世に出した小室哲哉さんの功績は大きいな
明日晴れたら
このコンサートバージョンの方が好きだったです。
いつかこのバージョンでシングル出してほしいし
紅白でも歌ってほしいと願う、長年のファンのひとりです。
きたむらまゆこ
歌がうますぎる!!この声に生まれなかったら少し楽な人生だったのかなと思うとせつない。
ゆうかゆうか
うそつき
it's
シングルの“華”の歌詞も死ぬほど聴いたので好きですが、こちらの方がリラックスした素敵な女性の日常の歌のようで好きです。『まぶしいままずっと歩いて行けたら』とか『素敵な生き方だねっていつか言われるかしら』とかとても沁み入ります。
ゆきみ齋藤
綺麗…
haruka
大好きな曲😍
ミキ
この頃の朋ちゃん、淋しい歌ばかり歌ってたイメージ。なんだか儚いなぁって思ってたら、芸能界からいなくなっちゃって…。
今は、お子さんと旦那さんと幸せそうに過ごされてるみたいで良かった。
ハイパードライ
イントロで照明が赤くなるまでの間が好きなんだけどな
なかなか
このバージョンの方が好き