The duo consists of Arika Takarano (real name: Ari Hironaga, born 28th September 1963 in Kumamoto, Japan, vocals & lyrics) and Mikiya Katakura (born 1st August in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan, music).
Never listed as official members, but always mentioned in the albums' booklets, violinists Yu Sugino and Tuyoshi Watanabe are a vital part of this duo.
Katakura met Takarano in 1985 when he just graduated from music school and was looking for a singer. As ARI PUROJEKKUTO, they released their first song Sakura no Hana ha Kuruizaki on a compilation CD named Rebel Street IV ~Some Girls one year later. Their first album Gensou Teien was released in 1988.
However, they made their major debut in 1992 as ALI PROJECT.
In the late 90s, they decided to shift their artistry to a much darker direction which Takarano referred to as a switch from Shiro Ari to Kuro Ari, they stick to the Kuro Ari concept ever since.
ALI PROJECT makes music regularly to this date which is generally highly influenced by Classical music, yet Katakura's love for experimenting is obvious. He makes heavy use of synthesizers and likes to intergrate key elements from other, often contemporary music styles and genres such as Rock, Metal, Hip Hop or even Drum 'n' Bass.
Their music's distinct sound is driven by a well-made mix of synthetic and organic, always complemented by Takarano's highly complex lyrics and clean vocals.
They developed a signature sound for Anime related work though.
Flower Child
ALI PROJECT Lyrics
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連れて行ってあげるわ
ひかりたちのダンスに合わせ
花のドレスでキララ歌いましょう
風のメリーゴーランドに
わらい声がひびくよ
ほら ここでもつぼみがひらく
星がささやくころには
甘いミルクを飲んで
ふわふわ眠るゆりかごのなか
あなたのことそっとおもいだす
明日もほほえむおひさま
せかいじゅうをつつむわ
どんなときもやさしいこころ
わすれないでねそれがやくそくよ
In the song "Flower Child" by ALI PROJECT, the singer invites the listener to come with her to a dreamland filled with flowers. She says that she will lead them to a place where they can wear flower dresses and sing and dance to the music played by the lights. The merry-go-round in the wind makes them laugh and the buds opening around them invite them to dance together. As the stars whisper in the sky, they drink sweet milk and sleep, their thoughts drifting to the person they hold dear. In the end, the singer reminds the listener of the promise to never forget the gentle heart that they discovered in this magical place, even when tomorrow's sun shines.
The lyrics of this song evoke a childlike wonder and innocence, with a focus on the beauty of nature and the simplicity of happiness. The dreamland can be interpreted as a metaphor for the state of being carefree and unburdened, a place where one can let go of their worries and fully embrace the present moment. The use of flowers, dancing, and singing reinforces the idea of joy and playfulness, while the night sky and thoughts of loved ones add a layer of nostalgia and tenderness. Overall, this song encourages the listener to hold onto the memory of this dreamland and the feelings it evokes, as a source of comfort and hope in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
夢のフラワーランドヘ
I'll take you to a land of dreams and flowers
連れて行ってあげるわ
I'll take you there
ひかりたちのダンスに合わせ
We'll dance to the rhythm of the lights
花のドレスでキララ歌いましょう
Let's wear our flower dresses and sing
風のメリーゴーランドに
We'll go to the merry-go-round of the wind
わらい声がひびくよ
Laughter echoes everywhere
ほら ここでもつぼみがひらく
Look, even the flower buds here are blooming
みんな一緒にリララ踊りましょう
Let's all dance together
星がささやくころには
When the stars whisper
甘いミルクを飲んで
We'll drink sweet milk
ふわふわ眠るゆりかごのなか
We'll sleep in a soft cradle
あなたのことそっとおもいだす
I'll quietly think of you
明日もほほえむおひさま
Tomorrow, the smiling sun
せかいじゅうをつつむわ
Will wrap around the whole world
どんなときもやさしいこころ
Always have a gentle heart
わすれないでねそれがやくそくよ
Don't forget, that's our promise
Contributed by Michael J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.