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.
Joy
B'z Lyrics
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街をはなれてひとり どこまで行こう
今 誰の胸で眠るの 甘い夢に抱かれて…
穏やかな あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
優しさが見せない あなたは言葉を選び
笑いかけてくれるよ いつも美しく
今 誰に本気で怒るの 涙で頬を濡らして
取り乱す あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
遠く続いてる道に あなたが立っているなら
何もかも捨てて行ける そんな気になりそうだよ
今夜 誰と時 分かち合うの すべてを包み込んで…
母のような あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
The lyrics of B'z's song JOY describe a feeling of loneliness and uncertainty, as the singer wanders through the darkness and wonders how far they can go alone. The first verse sets the scene with an image of a wandering star filling half the world with darkness, while the singer is separated from the city and unsure of where to go. The second verse focuses on the idea of sleeping in someone's embrace - perhaps the singer is dreaming of a kind and gentle person who they long for. The chorus provides a glimmer of hope in that thought, as the singer imagines that if they focus only on that person and their kindness, they will be able to find joy.
The third verse refers to the person being addressed as someone who carefully chooses their words, but is always beautiful and kind, and the singer seems to be grateful for their presence. The fourth verse seems to suggest that the singer has been upset with someone, but if they focus only on the person they care for, they will find joy again. The final verse seems to be a sort of plea or wish, imagining that if the person they care for is waiting on a far-off road, they would give up everything to be with them. The closing line of the chorus emphasizes that joy can be found by focusing on one person and feeling their warmth and love.
Overall, the song seems to convey a sense of longing and vulnerability, but also a sense of resilience and hope. The lyrics suggest that even in times of darkness and uncertainty, there is potential for joy and comfort if we focus on the kindness and love of those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
闇をさまよう星が 世界の半分を埋めて
Half of the world is filled with stars wandering in the darkness
街をはなれてひとり どこまで行こう
Leaving the city alone, how far can I go?
今 誰の胸で眠るの 甘い夢に抱かれて…
Who are you sleeping with now, embraced by sweet dreams?
穏やかな あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
If you only think about a peaceful you, joy will be fulfilled
優しさが見せない あなたは言葉を選び
You, who cannot show kindness, choose your words carefully
笑いかけてくれるよ いつも美しく
You always smile beautifully
今 誰に本気で怒るの 涙で頬を濡らして
Who are you really angry with now, with tears wetting your cheeks?
取り乱す あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
If you only think about an upset you, joy will be fulfilled
遠く続いてる道に あなたが立っているなら
If you are standing on the long road ahead
何もかも捨てて行ける そんな気になりそうだよ
I feel like I can throw everything away and go
今夜 誰と時 分かち合うの すべてを包み込んで…
With whom are you sharing your time tonight, enveloping everything?
母のような あなただけを想うなら満ちてくる JOY
If you only think about a mother-like you, joy will be fulfilled
Contributed by Lily O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@YaNa-tl8bc
この曲 思い出の曲すき
@user-xt1tc2ge4c
私の10代野、頃です、この後に、子供産みました、周りに、いてる人は、全て若かった、綺麗な花が、咲いて、小さい、B'zの、稲葉さんは、アメリカ人、なんですか、やんちゃな、アメリカ人みたいですね、JOYいい曲ですね、❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦❦
@bz1092
ほんとJOYはギターカッコイイですよね😊
大好きです！
@user-ru2cp6bs1h
これまた渋い！！大好きですよ！こういう選曲！！アラフォーですがB'zがエレキギターの入り口で、当時コピーやら曲を聴いてた者としてはツボです。
@mai-kc5in
まるで本物ですね！すごい！
この曲のTakのギター色っぽいですよね〜！
大好きな歌です。
@ch7368
こんにちは。B'zファン歴28年です！本物かと思うほど音も一緒で、上手くてビックリしました！
この"JOY"、シングルとMixtureでは、最後のコーラスの"ジョ～イ"だけが違いますね。高評価ポチ！
@tatsunii0810
アウトロのギターソロ鳥肌❤
@sak3509
コメントをくださったみなさんありがとうございます。
最近コメントの数が増えすぎたこともあり一人一人には中々返信できない状況です。
みなさんのコメントはちゃんと見ているのでなるべくリクエストには応えていきます！
@user-bo5ow6oc5e
音作りから演奏まで、完璧ですね！
ありがとうございます！
@shurato1983
この曲のカッティングもいいですね。アウトロのソロ、あの駆け上がっていくところとかいいですよね。このカッティング、私はリアでやってました。