Now go by the name Super Eight, formerly known as 関ジャニ∞ (Kanjani8) is a fiv… Read Full Bio ↴Now go by the name Super Eight, formerly known as 関ジャニ∞ (Kanjani8) is a five member idol group under STARTO Entertainment. Their record company is Infinity Records.

The members are:
大倉忠義 (Ohkura Tadayoshi - green ranger)
村上信五 (Murakami Shingo - purple ranger)
丸山隆平 (Maruyama Ryuhei - orange ranger)
安田章大 (Yasuda Shota - blue ranger)
横山裕 (Yokoyama You - black ranger)

Ex-member:
内博貴 (Uchi Hiroki - He has never been a ranger, because he left before they started as rangers)
渋谷すばる (Shibutani Subaru - red ranger)
錦戸亮 (Nishikido Ryo - yellow ranger)

The members are known for being very close, possibly even the closest in all of Johnny's, shown by their annual barbecues and birthday celebrations together. In concerts they have been known to dress up as "Kanjani Sentai 8 Ranger" and do skits. Their ranger outfits of course are in their image colors.

In December 2002 the group was created out of members of Kansai Juniors. At the time, the 7 members excluding Ōkura Tadayoshi were appearing on the TV program "J3 KANSAI" on Kansai TV. In the Kansai area, Kansai TV is on channel 8, so Johnny Kitagawa added another member, Ōkura Tadayoshi, to match the channel number. Shortly after their formation, they held their first concert, titled "Kanjani8 Xmas Party 2002" at the Osaka Shouchikuza theater, where they performed their first song as an 8-member group, Do you agree?.

On August 25th, 2004 they released their first single, Naniwa Iroha Bushi which was first limited to the Kansai area but later (September 22nd) was released nationally as well. The limited-release CD debuted at a record #1 on the Oricon Enka chart, and a #8 on the overall chart. The nationwide release reached #1 on both the Enka and overall charts. At this time, the numerical "8" in their name was turned onto its side and made into an infinity symbol (∞).

TAKOYAKI in my heart
関ジャニ∞ Lyrics

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With a song in my heart, I behold your adorable face
Just a song at the start but it soon is a hymn to your grace
When the music swells, I'm touching your hand
It tells me you're standing near, and

At the sound of your voice, heaven opens its portals to me
Can I help but rejoice that a song such as ours came to be
But I always knew I would live life through

With a song in my heart for you

But I always knew I would live life through
With a song in my heart for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "TAKOYAKI in my heart" by 関ジャニ∞ encapsulate the overwhelming power of love and music. The song starts with the singer professing his adoration for his lover's adorable face. The simple song soon evolves into a hymn carrying his lover's grace. The music swells, and he touches his lover's hand, affirming their closeness.

The singer finds heaven opening its portals to him through the sound of his lover's voice. He cannot help but rejoice in their love, and how their song came to be. He affirms that he will always live life through a song in his heart - his love for his partner.

The song paints love as a beautiful, all-encompassing feeling that fills every aspect of one's life. It shows music as a tool to express those overwhelming emotions, and the power of touch and voice in amplifying those emotions. "TAKOYAKI in my heart" embodies the timeless sentiment of love and music's ability to convey it, making it a memorable piece of music.

Line by Line Meaning

With a song in my heart, I behold your adorable face
My heart sings with joy as I gaze upon your lovely visage

Just a song at the start but it soon is a hymn to your grace
Although it begins as a simple tune, it quickly transforms into a beautiful tribute to your elegance

When the music swells, I'm touching your hand
As the melody intensifies, I feel as though I am holding your hand

It tells me you're standing near, and
This sensation reassures me that you are close by

At the sound of your voice, heaven opens its portals to me
The very sound of your voice opens up a world of possibilities for me

Can I help but rejoice that a song such as ours came to be
How can I not celebrate the fact that a beautiful melody like ours exists

But I always knew I would live life through
I have always known that my life would be defined by

With a song in my heart for you
the enduring song of my love for you

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: LORENZ HART, RICHARD RODGERS

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