Under the recommendation of Steve Vai, B’z were inducted into the Hollywood Rock Walk in 2007 as the first Asian artist. As a world acclaimed six-string virtuoso, Tak Matsumoto joined legendary guitarists Jimmy Page, Joe Perry, Ace Frehley and Slash, to become the fifth guitarist in the world to have his own Gibson USA signature model, the ‘Tak Matsumoto Les Paul.’ In 2010, Matsumoto released Take Your Pick with jazz guitarist, Larry Carlton, and won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards last February. Koshi Inaba’s solo efforts include the studio album, Hadou, which was also released in 2010 and debuted number one on the Oricon album charts. Inaba also appeared as a guest vocalist on Slash’s solo album last year.
Besides releasing a long line of number one singles and albums in Japan, B’z are known for their dynamic live shows. They began 2010 with a sold-out dome tour in Japan, including 4 nights at the famed Tokyo Dome with 600,000 fans in attendance.
B’z had North American tour visiting Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles in July 2011. After providing a song to “Download to Donate Tsunami Relief” organized by Music For Relief, B’z was asked to join the intimate private show with Linkin Park to raise money for Japan earthquake/Tsunami relief. The show took place on 8/31 with great success raising more than $35,000. They will start the Japan tour with 2 shows in Sendai which will benefit the affected area. Their tour “B’z LIVE-GYM 2011 –C’mon-“ includes 17 arena shows and 9 dome shows and continues till the last show on 12/25 at Tokyo Dome.
Arigato
B'z Lyrics
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わかってるのに 何もできず
白い月は刀のようにとんがり
僕のゆく道ぼんやり照らす
いま踏み出そう ぐっと前に踏み出そう
優しさがズブリ胸につき刺さる
Now it's time to go
痛くてもせつなくても このまま行こう
歩き続けた先に 見たいのは
想像を超える風と光
そこに誰もいなくても
雨粒が ひとつふたつ割れて
空を見上げ 口に含む
君が泣いてたこと知ってるけど
それを君だって知ってたんだろう
いま踏み出そう ぐっと前に踏み出そう
愛しさが小さな胸に溢れ出す
Now it's time to go
Now it's time to glow
苦くてもしょっぱくても 飲み込んでしまおう
思うのは君のことで それだけでいい
扉をあけてみよう
そこに誰もいなくても
いつか見ていた空 たぶんこれは
いつか聞いてたStory
ありがとう ありがとう
ありがとう ありがとう
歩き続けた先に 見たいのは
想像を超える風と光
そこに誰もいなくても
星は消え 影も消える
それでもいい
The lyrics of B'z's song Arigato describe a journey of self-discovery, where the singer must make tough decisions and overcome hardships to reach a brighter future. The opening lines express regret and frustration for not being able to hold onto someone important, despite understanding the reasons why. The moon, symbolized as a sharp object, illuminates the path forward, but it is unclear where it will lead. The chorus urges the singer to step forward, to let kindness guide them, and to accept the pain and sadness that may come with it. Ultimately, they seek a future where they can find a beauty that exceeds their imagination, even if they must walk alone.
As the song progresses, the singer discovers strength in their vulnerability and learns to embrace their emotions. The raindrops symbolize tears shared with another, and despite the pain of knowing that someone dear was crying, the singer also acknowledges that the other person likely knew this as well. The second chorus urges the singer to move forward with love in their heart, even if it overflows and causes discomfort. The bridge of the song speaks of opening up to new experiences, even if it means stepping into unknown territory. The final chorus pushes the singer to look towards a future where their imagination will become reality, even if they cannot see the path forward.
Overall, the song Arigato is a poignant expression of the struggles of growing up and discovering oneself. It speaks to the importance of kindness, vulnerability, and perseverance, even when things seem uncertain. The lyrics' imagery is powerful and evocative, drawing parallels between the physical world and the emotional struggles of the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
ただ強く 抱きしめりゃよかった
I should have just held you tighter.
わかってるのに 何もできず
I know, but I can't do anything.
白い月は刀のようにとんがり
The white moon is sharp like a sword.
僕のゆく道ぼんやり照らす
It faintly illuminates the path I walk on.
いま踏み出そう ぐっと前に踏み出そう
Let's step forward right now, let's take a big step forward.
優しさがズブリ胸につき刺さる
Kindness sticks to my heart like a thorn.
Now it's time to go
Now is the time to go.
Now it's time to glow
Now is the time to shine.
痛くてもせつなくても このまま行こう
Even if it hurts and is painful, let's go on like this.
歩き続けた先に 見たいのは
What I want to see after walking on is
想像を超える風と光
the winds and light that surpasses my imagination.
そこに誰もいなくても
Even if there is no one there.
雨粒が ひとつふたつ割れて
The drops of rain, one by one, fall apart.
空を見上げ 口に含む
I look up at the sky and taste it with my mouth.
君が泣いてたこと知ってるけど
I know you were crying.
それを君だって知ってたんだろう
But you probably knew that too.
愛しさが小さな胸に溢れ出す
Love overflows from my small heart.
苦くてもしょっぱくても 飲み込んでしまおう
Even if it's bitter or salty, let's swallow it.
思うのは君のことで それだけでいい
Just thinking about you is enough for me.
扉をあけてみよう
Let's open the door.
星は消え 影も消える
The stars disappear, the shadows disappear too.
それでもいい
But that's okay.
ありがとう ありがとう
Thank you, thank you.
Contributed by Mateo L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-ui8jn4rf7s
高一の夏、肩の手術で入院してて
B'zは好きだったけどこの曲知らなくて
たまたまTwitterに流れてて、聴いて
感動しました
それ以来病院でずっとこれ聴いてたから
これ聴くとなぜか入院してたこと思い出す
友達が見舞い来てくれたこととか
長い時間母親といたこととか。
今は高三
大人になってもこの曲聴いたら
あのときのこと思い出せるといいな
@TURBO-kc7lw
オリンピックの電光掲示板にこの文字が出た時直ぐにB’zを思い出した｡
歌詞ともリンクしている｡
凄いぞB'z‼️
@namko4218
聞けば聞くほど好きになる
@user-sp1zb2js8d
この曲のイントロ好きすぎる
@user-bk8yy5wl6c
確かに。力強さを感じる
@user-uc9yo1hg1j
B'zのロックバラードで一番好きな曲。
@KIKUCAN
B'zにハマるきっかけの曲。当時中二だったな。
その時の最新シングルの「愛のバクダン」と一緒に聴いて「Fever」と「ARIGATO」が特に好きで繰り返し聴いてた笑
5ERASのDay4の1、2曲目でこれを演ってくれた時は痺れたね！
@user-me4qk4tn6p
2021年なのにガンガン観れる。
@user-ui8jn4rf7s
高一の夏、肩の手術で入院してて
B'zは好きだったけどこの曲知らなくて
たまたまTwitterに流れてて、聴いて
感動しました
それ以来病院でずっとこれ聴いてたから
これ聴くとなぜか入院してたこと思い出す
友達が見舞い来てくれたこととか
長い時間母親といたこととか。
今は高三
大人になってもこの曲聴いたら
あのときのこと思い出せるといいな
@bwboh1335
Day4で披露するかもなぁとは思ってたけど1曲目とは思わなかったなぁ笑
@aeroip1
最近フォローしました。B’z好きなのでいつも良い刺激を頂いています。ARIGATO🎉