From when she was little, Nishino learned English from eikaiwa schools, and went to America twice. She then was interested in various genres of music, including hip-hop, R&B and reggae. On the other hand, she also enjoyed traditional Japanese literature, and started singing Japanese folk songs. Her dream of becoming a singer started from junior high school. When she was 16 her mother secretly sent a demo tape of hers to the Miss Phoenix Audition (ミス・フェニックスオーディション).
In 2007, while preparing to be a singer, she was also studying English literature at university. At the time she met Australian duo Nervo, who offered Nishino a song called "I Don't Wanna Know" for use in her music project. Nishino rewrote the song's lyrics into Japanese herself, and re-titled it I.
In December 2007 her official site opened, and from that time onwards *I* ~Merry Christmas ver.~ was available as a digital download from several Japanese sites, including mora.jp. Interestingly, the original version of the song "I Don't Wanna Know" was available as a digital download on the American iTunes from New Years' Day onwards. The physical version was released two months later, on the 20th of February.
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My Place
西野カナ Lyrics
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ごめんね ちょっと忙しかったんだ
10時過ぎにそっちに着くから 迎えにきてね
立ち並ぶビル群を抜けたら
懐かしい赤い電車に飛び乗って
数時間の道のりが やけに遠く感じるよ
まだあの花は咲いているかな?
あの空にかかる虹もまた見えるかな?
ひとつずつ 思い出す 私の場所
いつまでも いつまでも 心の中で
忘れない 帰りたい 場所があるから
まだ慣れない街でも 星が見えなくても
ずっと負けないでいられたの
これからも この先も 変わらないでいて
かけがえない思い出が そこにあるから
今の私がいるよ 言葉にできないくらい
私の大事な it's my lovely place
おかえり 久しぶりやねって
笑顔も言葉も相変わらずで
それだけで嬉しくて
どこか胸がほっとしたよ
そういや昔好きだった人
あの子は今何してるの? なんて
話はずっと尽きなくて
あの頃に戻ったみたい
久々にあの公園で花火しようよ
またあの店も行きたいよね
いつもの仲間でまた集まろうよ
気の知れた ここだけが 私の場所
いつまでも いつまでも 心の中で
忘れない 帰りたい 場所があるから
まだ慣れない街でも 星が見えなくても
ずっと負けないでいられたの
これからも この先も 変わらないでいて
かけがえない思い出が そこにあるから
今の私がいるよ 言葉にできないくらい
私の大事な it's my lovely place
もう少しだけ あと少しだけ
本当はここにいたいよ
だけどもう行かなくちゃ
どんなに離れても 空は繋がってるよね
これからもずっとずっと
Yes, my lovely place
いつまでも いつまでも 心の中で
忘れない 帰りたい 場所があるから
淋しくなんかないよ 笑っていられるよ
ずっと負けないでがんばるよ
これからも この先も 変わらないでいて
かけがえない思い出が そこにあるから
今の私がいるよ 言葉にできないくらい
私の大事な it's my lovely place
In the lyrics to 西野カナ's song "My Place," the singer reflects on the feeling of returning home after a long absence. The opening verse expresses apologies for being busy and not returning home sooner, but assures the listener that they will be arriving after 10 o'clock and asks to be picked up. This sets the stage for a nostalgic journey back to a familiar place that holds sentimental value.
As the singer traverses the cityscape, passing through the towering buildings and hopping onto a familiar red train, there is a sense of longing and distance that permeates the lyrics. The journey feels longer than usual, emphasizing the emotional weight of returning to a place filled with memories and emotions. The mention of wanting to see the sunset from a certain bridge and wondering if certain flowers are still in bloom evoke a deep sense of nostalgia and attachment to the past.
The chorus reflects the singer's enduring connection to this special place in their heart, expressing a desire to never forget it and always have a yearning to return. Even in an unfamiliar city or when the stars are not visible, the singer finds strength in the memories and experiences of their beloved "My Place." The lyrics convey a sense of resilience and determination to hold onto cherished memories amidst the passage of time and change.
The lyrics also touch upon reconnecting with old friends and reminiscing about past loves, further emphasizing the theme of returning to a place of comfort and familiarity. The mention of wanting to watch fireworks in a favorite park and revisiting old hangout spots with friends underscores the deep emotional ties that the singer has to this special place. Through conversations and laughter with familiar faces, the singer feels a sense of belonging and contentment that is unique to their "My Place."
Overall, "My Place" by 西野カナ captures the emotions of nostalgia, longing, and resilience tied to a special location that holds profound meaning for the singer. The lyrics convey a deep sense of attachment to memories, connections, and experiences associated with this place, emphasizing the enduring nature of personal history and the solace found in returning to a cherished space.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kanak Nishino, Shinquo Ogura
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ひとみんチャンネル
本当歌唱力が凄すぎます!!!
今こんな綺麗な歌声の女性歌手って
いないですもんね、、、
3.11だった今日この日にきくと
グッとくるものがあります...
ご冥福といち早くの復興を祈っています。
この歌と言わず、かなやんは
私の青春です💕
ぽんすけ
この曲が収録してあるアルバムLove Placeはマジで最強
とくに終わりの「たとえどんなに」「Kiss&hug」「my Place」は神曲
ryou0926
@ぽんすけ 西野カナのアルバムの中で一番神アルバムですね😘🥰😍
ぽんすけ
そうですね(^ー^)
アルバムのなかではLove Placeが位置はだと思ってます
ryou0926
FANTASY,Honeyも神曲ですよね😊
ぽんすけ
もちろん神曲ですよ
もらた
love songはどうですか?
竜
歌唱力凄すぎて他の歌手が物足りなくなるんよな
なまこンヌー
それな
わかるー!
や
この曲知ってる人周りにあまりいないんじゃないかな、
西野カナといえばの曲もいいけどこうやって昔の曲もすごく好き。特にこのアルバムは全てが神曲だった。かなやんの曲もっと広まって欲しいな。
なんばちゃん
「本当はここに居たいよ」の低音から「だけどもう行かなくちゃ」で高音に駆け上がるところが主人公の決意みたいで神演出というか神作曲✨