1. Asobi Seksu was a dream pop band which formed in 2004 in New York City, … Read Full Bio ↴1. Asobi Seksu was a dream pop band which formed in 2004 in New York City, New York, United States. The band consisted of Yuki Chikudate (vocals, keyboards), James Hanna (guitar, vocals), Billy Pavone (bass) and Larry Gorman (drums). The band's name in Japanese consists of two words, "asobi" meaning "play" or "for fun", and "sekkusu" the Japanese transliterated word for "sex".

Their sound has been said to draw influence from the shoegazing movement of the late 1980s to early 1990s, which was coined to describe the textured and effects-heavy sound of alternative rock in that era.

Asobi Seksu released their eponymous debut album in 2004. The band regrouped with a new rhythm section for their second album, Citrus, which was recorded in Gigantic Studios, New York City with producer Chris Zane.

One Little Indian Records re-released the band's first album Asobi Seksu and the follow-up Citrus in 2006.

The band changed its name to Asobi Seksu from the previous name Sportfuck when they signed to their current label.

The band announced an indefinite hiatus on September 30, 2013, but hinted that they hope to create more music eventually.

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2. asobi, which Last.fm incorrectly redirects here is a pop rock band formed in 2020 in Tokyo, Japan.

The band consists of ryoca (guitar & vocals), 稜 (guitar), haru (bass) and (ゅ)き (drums).

Sing Tomorrow's Praise
Asobi Seksu Lyrics

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You've left without making a sound
Lay your heavy hammer down
For an ocean's not a simple way out

Tied with vicious bears
Begging for futures right away

Trees bend down and sway

These leaves were falling anyway
There's no time to walk away from this day

Glowing reasons fray
Chase these things that end this way
Whisper words of faith and set out of place

Tied with vicious bears
Waiting for futures right away

Escape myself for one day
I'm not one for taking blame
Embers singe and burn me out of this chase

Sing tomorrow's praise

Every day
Whispered words of faith and said out of place

Overall Meaning

At first glance, Asobi Seksu's "Sing Tomorrow's Praise" appears to be a song about someone leaving without letting anyone know while the singer is left alone to deal with the aftermath. The opening lines "You've left without making a sound, Lay your heavy hammer down" indicate that someone has left without saying goodbye and the heavy hammer being laid down alludes to the person leaving a heavy burden on the singer. The line, "For an ocean's not a simple way out" suggests that the person might have left to escape or start anew. But the ocean is not an easy way out, as it comes with its own set of challenges and dangers.

The song then shifts gears, and the lyrics begin to discuss themes of hope, determination, and perseverance. The line "Begging for futures right away" indicates that the singer is eager and determined to move forward and create a better future for themselves. The next lines "Trees bend down and sway, these leaves were falling anyway, there's no time to walk away from this day" suggest that the singer is aware of the passing of time, and they need to take the opportunity to make progress and move forward.

The song's chorus, "Sing tomorrow's praise every day, whispered words of faith and set out of place," suggests that the singer is optimistic about the future and has faith that they will get through whatever challenges come their way. The line "Whisper words of faith and set out of place" indicates that they are willing to take risks and move out of their comfort zone to make progress.

Overall, the song is about hope and determination in the face of adversity. Though someone has left, the singer is willing to move forward and make a better future for themselves.

Line by Line Meaning

You've left without making a sound
You departed silently, without announcing your departure

Lay your heavy hammer down
Put down the burden that weighs you down

For an ocean's not a simple way out
Escaping to a faraway place is not an easy solution

Tied with vicious bears
Trapped with fierce obstacles

Begging for futures right away
Desiring a better tomorrow immediately

Trees bend down and sway
The trees arch and move with the wind

These leaves were falling anyway
These leaves would drop regardless of their fate

There's no time to walk away from this day
There's no time to abandon the present moment

Glowing reasons fray
Bright motivations fade

Chase these things that end this way
Pursuing things with inevitable endings

Whisper words of faith and set out of place
Muttering hopeful words and leaving one's comfort zone