He is also the lead vocalist of LANDS, a temporary band assembled to promote his film, Bandage. The band's single, BANDAGE, and subsequent album, OLYMPOS, both reached number 1 on the Oricon charts.
Akanishi moved to Tokyo, Japan in the first grade. His interest was piqued in the entertainment industry and his parents sent his application to Johnny & Associates on his behalf in 1998. Though he technically failed his audition, he was told to stay by Johnny Kitagawa himself when he tried to return his number plate. Before being part of KAT-TUN, he was in a number of ジャニーズJr. groups like M.A.D., J2000 and B.A.D..
Besides his work in music, Akanishi is also a budding actor with roles in the second season of popular NTV school drama, Gokusen, Anego and Yukan Club, for which he was voted Best Actor in the 11th Nikkan Sports Grand Prix. He made his silver screen debut in 2010 in the award-winning film "Bandage", directed by Mr.Children producer, Takeshi Kobayashi. He was also a co-host of KAT-TUN's own variety show, Cartoon KAT-TUN until it ended in February 2010, and used to host a radio program called "KAT-TUN Style" with bandmate 田口淳之介 (Junnosuke Taguchi) from October 2007 to March 2008.
Akanishi went on a sabbatical from KAT-TUN from October 2006 to April 2007 to study English in Los Angeles. He has since used his increasing fluency in the language to pen many all English tracks, "Lovejuice" and "Wonder" being two of them and the latter being a duet with Crystal Kay. He has also collaborated with her on another track entitled "Helpless Night". He also collaborated with fellow JE artist and best friend, 山下智久 (Tomohisa Yamashita), on a song called "Eternal" which was composed entirely by him for a mutual friend's wedding. The song was first performed at Yamashita's concert at Yokohama Arena on November 23, 2009.
Akanishi embarked on a month-long solo series of concerts in Tokyo entitled You & Jin in February 2010. This solo tour was later expanded to include three shows in Los Angeles in June 2010. The opportunity to perform overseas came at a cost - he could not join KAT-TUN on their national arena tour and subsequent Asia tour, due to a clash of schedules. In July 2010, he announced on his blog that he would be leaving KAT-TUN to pursue a solo career.
His other known solo songs are "Care", "Aisareru Yori Aishitai", "Girisha", "ha-ha", "Kimi wo Omou Toki", "Murasaki", "Ooki na Furudokei", "Pinky" and "Zutto Dakishimetai".
TIPSY LOVE
赤西仁 Lyrics
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it's like magic,
I found this love
Baby love, can't get closer
cuz you're the closest, baby
Baby love I got a question,
did I mention,
Is this real
You got me tipsy, baby
Is this for real?
Inebriation from
this alcoholic love intoxication
You got me swervin'
from the syrup
in my cup I'm takin' sips
And like a $100 bill
I can pay for what I wanna drink
Walking up to talk to ya
Wanna take a shot wit ya
Get tipsy wit me
never take my eyes off ya
Shots got me feeling free
and I'd really love to see
Us holding hands and
heading down the street
If I said do you love me
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
If I said do need me
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
I'll keep you dry
when the rain falls
Cuz I've never been
so enthralled, don't know how
And I don't need
nothing else Uh-
Baby love can't imagine
it's like magic
I found this love
Baby love can't get closer
cuz you're the closest baby
Baby love I got a question,
did I mention,
Is this real
or are we drinking the love
You got me tipsy, baby
Is this for real?
Imagination's got me
thinking 'bout this infatuation
Your loving whisper has me
longing for that
cup of sweet rose
Don't need no $100 bill
cuz you're the only one
I'll ever need
Can't believe what I just saw
Gazing at you, I'm in awe
Like a Kurosawa picture
there's not a single flaw
Then I hear my phone beep
And I'm waking up to see
That all of this was
just another dream
If I said do you love me
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
If I said do need me
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
I'll keep you dry
when the rain falls
Cuz I've never been
so enthralled, don't know how
And I don't need
nothing else Uh-
Baby love can't imagine
it's like magic
I found this love
Baby love can't get closer
cuz you're the closest baby
Baby love I got a question,
did I mention,
Is this real
or are we drinking the love
You got me tipsy, baby
Baby love can't imagine
it's like magic
I found this love
Baby love can't get closer
cuz you're the closest baby
Baby love I got a question,
did I mention,
Is this real
or are we drinking the love
You got me tipsy, baby
The lyrics to "Tipsy Love" by 赤西仁 express the feeling of being intoxicated by love. The singer compares their love to magic, emphasizing how it has captivated them. They question if their feelings are real or if they are simply under the influence of the overwhelming emotions that love brings. The use of references to alcohol and being tipsy adds to the metaphorical portrayal of the intense and dizzying nature of their love.
The lyrics explore the uncertainty and excitement that come with falling in love. The singer wonders if their love is genuine or just a result of their intoxication. They express their desire to get closer to their love interest, willing to take shots and become even more engulfed in the feeling. They daydream about a romantic connection where they can hold hands and walk down the street together.
However, towards the end, the lyrics take a twist. The singer realizes that their intense emotions and fantasies were just a dream. The mention of waking up to a phone beep suggests that reality has set in, and the dream was a fleeting escape from their everyday life. The song ends on a note of questioning, leaving the listener to ponder the nature of their own emotions and relationships.
Overall, "Tipsy Love" explores the complex and sometimes confusing aspects of love, blending themes of attraction, uncertainty, and the possibility of it all being just a temporary illusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby love, can't imagine,
I am unable to fathom the depth of love I feel for you, baby.
it's like magic,
The intensity of this love feels enchanting and extraordinary.
I found this love
I have discovered a profound and genuine love.
Baby love, can't get closer
I can't get any nearer to you, baby, as you are already the closest to my heart.
cuz you're the closest, baby
Because you hold the closest and most significant position in my heart, baby.
Baby love I got a question,
My beloved, I have a query for you.
did I mention,
Have I previously expressed my feelings?
Is this real
I'm yearning to know if this love is authentic.
or are we drinking the love
Am I getting intoxicated by the overwhelming power of this love?
You got me tipsy, baby
You have intoxicated me, baby.
Is this for real?
Is this love that I am experiencing genuine and not an illusion?
Inebriation from
I am intoxicated by
this alcoholic love intoxication
the intoxicating effects of this love that I cannot resist.
You got me swervin'
You have caused me to feel dizzy and disoriented.
from the syrup
due to the sweetness and allure
in my cup I'm takin' sips
I am indulging in the essence of this love, bit by bit.
And like a $100 bill
Similar to a valuable currency note
I can pay for what I wanna drink
I have the ability to afford any drink I desire.
Walking up to talk to ya
Approaching you with the intention to converse.
Wanna take a shot wit ya
I would love to have a drink with you.
Get tipsy wit me
Become intoxicated with me.
never take my eyes off ya
I cannot divert my gaze away from you.
Shots got me feeling free
The drinks have liberated my inhibitions.
and I'd really love to see
I deeply desire to witness
Us holding hands and
The image of us holding hands
heading down the street
as we walk down the street together
If I said do you love me
In the event that I express my affection for you
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
Would your response be 'Yes'?
If I said do need me
If I inquired if you require my presence
would you say Ye-oh (Ye-oh)
Would your response still be 'Yes'?
I'll keep you dry
I will shield you from getting wet
when the rain falls
during a downpour
Cuz I've never been
For I have never before
so enthralled, don't know how
felt so captivated, unaware of the cause
And I don't need
Furthermore, I do not require
nothing else Uh-
anything else, uh-
Imagination's got me
My imagination has taken over
thinking 'bout this infatuation
reflecting on this intense crush
Your loving whisper has me
The sweet sound of your affectionate voice
longing for that
evokes a strong desire for
cup of sweet rose
a drink filled with the sweetness of roses
Don't need no $100 bill
I do not require any currency
cuz you're the only one
because you are the sole person
I'll ever need
I will ever need in my life
Can't believe what I just saw
I am astonished by what I witnessed
Gazing at you, I'm in awe
Observing you, I am filled with awe
Like a Kurosawa picture
Similar to a masterpiece by filmmaker Kurosawa
there's not a single flaw
there is no imperfection to be found
Then I hear my phone beep
Suddenly, I hear the sound of my phone notification
And I'm waking up to see
And as I wake up, I realize
That all of this was
That everything I experienced was
just another dream
merely a figment of my imagination
Baby love can't imagine
Darling, I cannot even comprehend
it's like magic
how this love feels extraordinary and enchanting
I found this love
I discovered this deep affection
Baby love can't get closer
Sweetheart, I cannot possibly get any closer to you
cuz you're the closest baby
as you already hold the closest position to my heart, baby
Baby love I got a question
Beloved, I have a question for you
did I mention
Have I mentioned before
Is this real
Is this love genuine
or are we drinking the love
or are we simply intoxicated by this love
You got me tipsy, baby
Baby, you have made me intoxicated and dizzy with love
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Josh, Shumpei, Akanishi Jin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
すたーびー
一世くん二回連続で仁くんの歌カバーするなんて最高だな
powaaachan
I like this song a loooot I can't stop listening to it! Btw I would like to hear him sing in japanese :')
m
なんかこれ聴くと、疲れてても心穏やかになる😌
Mirashi chan
I like this song. I don't know why but it feels nostalgic.
ゆひさ
Mirashi chan I agree with you.
I think your expression as nostalgic is very suitable.
Missing is also a unitable song in the cheerful melody.
きんにくさん
金指くんがソロで歌ってくれたみたいで、すごい嬉しい
Kaたかこ
この曲好きだわ❤
まめねこ
小学生の頃この曲すごい好きで、久しぶりに聴きに来たらJrの子がカバーしてくれてたってコメント多くてびっくりした…ありがとうございます…最近のジャニオタさんKAT-TUNとか赤西仁の凄さ知らない人多いからもっと色んな人に聴いてもらいたい…
かた
仁君の優しいまなざしが素敵♡ 優しい歌詞も好き♡ 早くまたうたってほしい！
12
歌えるようになりたいな〜