Acidman is Nobuo Oki (Vo & G) Masatoshi Sato (B) and Ichigo Urayama. Their … Read Full Bio ↴Acidman is Nobuo Oki (Vo & G) Masatoshi Sato (B) and Ichigo Urayama. Their songs explore themes of life and universe, capturing the world in epic poetry. Their sound weaves in moments of calm, contrasted by intense, high energy rock. Acidman continues to expand the possibilities of a three piece rock band. The origins of Acidman date back to 1997, where the members met in Saitama, during high school. Originally a four member band, their vocalist quit and Oki filled in as lead singer. To the band’s surprise Oki’s voice married well with the music. Acidman rooted itself in the indie clubs of Shibuya and Shimokitazawa. Their growing fanbase helped Acidman climb the indie charts. After gaining much attention in the Indie scene, the band being signed by a major label in 2002. The same year Acidman release their first album on the label, “創” which won the band “New Artist of the Year” at the 17th annual Japan Golden Disc Awards. The Album “創” was followed by Loop”, “Equal” and “and World” Acidman was heavily involved with “Cinema” a collaborative event which was featured in Rock In Japan, Fuji Rock, and played throughout the festival, Summer Sonic. In 2004 for Acidman music video for “Sai (part 1) Mawaru, Meguru, Sono Kaku e" was critically acclaimed for it’s ground-breaking animation. Dream Award, 2004 Japan Media Arts Festival Audience Choice Award, SPACE SHOWER Music Video Awards 05 BEST ROCK VIDEO Nominated for the Clermont-Ferrand Film Festival in Vila do Condo, Portugal Excellence Award, SICAF Animation Film Festival 2007 While touring for their 5th Album “Green Chord” the band played for a massive audience at the world famous Budokan. 2008 Acidman released their 6th album “Life” The tour for the album included performing in front of an enormous audience at Japan’s largest venue Makahari Mese. 2009 Acidman released their 7th studio album, “A beautiful greed” 2010 Acidman released their 8th studio album “Alma,” followed by a successful international tour including Korea and Taiwan. Acidman also played the Budokan for a 3rd time. 2012 the band celebrates 15 years of performing together and 10 years with their label EMI.

Stay On Land
ACIDMAN Lyrics

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Hello haruka na kyou wo nanto tatoeyou?
ato sukoshi kuuki ga mada aru uchi ni

Hanei no hate ni wa hantoumei no kaze ga
taiyou egaku mono tane wo maku mono

Chiisa na inori wo nandomo sasagete
nanika ga sou kawari hajimeru kigashite

and I stay on land
karei na IMAGE no ue
umare yuku kyou wo tataeta monogatari wo

and I stay on land
nakushita sono ato ni
umare yuku kyou wo tatoeta yuiitsu no monogatari wo

Hello haruka na chiheisen no uragawa ni
kanashimi dake nokosare nijimu

Kono hitokizami mo kono tadoru unmei mo
subete wo nosete tsutsumu you ni

and I stay on land
haruka chijou nite
umare yuku kyou wo tatoeta yuiitsu no monogatari wo

Hanei no hate ni wa hantoumei no kaze ga
taiyou egaku mono tane wo maku mono

Chiisa na inori wo nandomo sasagete
nanika ga sou kawari hajimeru kigashite

and I stay on land
karei na IMAGE no ue
umare yuku kyou wo tataeta monogatari wo

and I stay on land
nakushita sono ato ni
umare yuku kyou wo tatoeta yuiitsu no monogatari wo

Kigatsukeba taiyou ni sotte oto ga afurete ima
furimukeba mebau chi de oto ga afurete ima

umare yuku kyou wo tatae oto ga afurete ima
te wo nobasu sou ima to aru you ni

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to ACIDMAN's song "Stay On Land" speak to the idea of living in the present moment and cherishing the experiences that define one's life. The song opens with the singer contemplating the passing of the day and the presence of lingering emotions that have yet to dissipate. The next verse focuses on the wind that blows and the seeds that it carries, which symbolize the unpredictable nature of life and its many possibilities.

The lyrics also suggest a sense of powerlessness in the face of life's uncertainties, and the singer acknowledges that there are times when all one can do is offer a small prayer and hope for the best. The chorus offers a sense of grounding and stability, however, with the refrain "and I stay on land." This phrase anchors the song and reminds the listener that it is possible to find one's footing amidst the shifting sands of existence.

Overall, "Stay On Land" offers a message of hope and resilience, encouraging the listener to embrace the present moment and make the most of what life has to offer.

Line by Line Meaning

Hello haruka na kyou wo nanto tatoeyou?
How should I approach this distant day?

ato sukoshi kuuki ga mada aru uchi ni
While there is still a little bit of air left

Hanei no hate ni wa hantoumei no kaze ga
At the edge of the hemisphere, an invisible wind

taiyou egaku mono tane wo maku mono
Sows seeds that will bloom in the sun

Chiisa na inori wo nandomo sasagete
Offering up a small prayer over and over

nanika ga sou kawari hajimeru kigashite
Signaling the start of something changing

and I stay on land
I choose to stay on solid ground

karei na IMAGE no ue
On top of a splendid image

umare yuku kyou wo tataeta monogatari wo
I tell the tale of the day I was born

nakushita sono ato ni
After losing something dear to me

umare yuku kyou wo tatoeta yuiitsu no monogatari wo
I tell the one and only tale of the day I was born