BLANKEY JET CITY was a popular Japanese rock band formed in Tokyo, active b… Read Full Bio ↴BLANKEY JET CITY was a popular Japanese rock band formed in Tokyo, active between 1990 and 2000. It has been said that front man, guitarist and lead singer Asai Kenichi chose to try his luck as the leader of a rock band, and if this failed, his plan was to spend his days as motorcycle gang member. The band's rise to fame got a kick start when they participated in a TV-broadcast competition for newcomer bands. They didn’t win the competition, but nevertheless their participation scored them a contract with major label Toshiba EMI. The band stayed with this label until releasing their first self-produced album “LOVE FLASH FEVER” through Polydor in 1997.

Throughout their 10 years of activities the band experimented with a variety of different styles, such as rockabilly and surf-rock. Their lyrics–most of which were written by Asai–touched upon serious matters such as broken families and animal mistreatment, but also imaginative creatures and individuals made up in Asai’s mind. The band’s lineup remained consistent until breaking up in 2000. After the disbandment, Asai Kenichi created his own label, Sexy Stones Records, and founded the bands SHERBETS, JUDE and AJICO. Drummer Nakamura Tatsuya went on to concentrate on his LOSALIOS project, while bassist Terui Toshiyuki recorded material in bands such as ROSSO and RAVEN. In later years, he has also played bass on some of Asai Kenichi’s solo project releases.

Members:
Asai Kenichi (浅井健一) – Vocal, guitar
Terui Toshiyuki (照井利幸) – Bass
Nakamura Tatsuya (中村達也) – Drums

Official Webpages:
http://bjc.wilddisk.com/
http://emimusic.jp/bjc/
http://universal-music.co.jp/blankey/

ハイヒール
BLANKEY JET CITY Lyrics

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刺激的な夜へ行こうぜ
ポケットに一杯詰め込んだ
アメリカ生れのキャンディ
満月に冷たくウィンクして
マシンガンを撃ちたい
理由はこの空が好きだから
ピンクの花火は真実
いつかこの街に奇跡が

舞い降りて僕は目覚める
優しい口笛が聞こえて
かわいい黒猫が夜を見てる

コメディアンが涙を流している
TVの中でみんな笑い声をあげる
刺激的な夜へ行こうぜ
ポケットに一杯詰め込んだ

アメリカ生れのキャンディ
満月に冷たくウィンクして

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to BLANKEY JET CITY's song ハイヒール (High Heels) paint a picture of an exciting and stimulating night. The singer invites us to join them as they head towards a thrilling evening. They have filled their pockets with American-born candies, symbolizing a sense of youthful adventure and excitement. The cold wink of the full moon sets the mysterious and exhilarating tone of the night.

The desire to shoot a machine gun may be a metaphor for breaking free from societal constraints and expressing oneself boldly. The reasoning behind this desire is simple: they love the sky above them. The pink fireworks represent truth, suggesting that authenticity will eventually bring miracles to this city. The singer awaits the awakening that will come when those miracles descend upon them.

Amidst this electric atmosphere, the lyrics mention hearing a gentle whistle and a cute black cat observing the night. These details add a touch of intimacy and serenity amidst the fast-paced excitement of the night.

Overall, the lyrics of ハイヒール evoke a sense of adventure, freedom, and the pursuit of authenticity in the midst of a stimulating and electric night.

Line by Line Meaning

刺激的な夜へ行こうぜ
Let's go to an exciting night

ポケットに一杯詰め込んだ
Stuffed my pockets full

アメリカ生れのキャンディ
American-born candy

満月に冷たくウィンクして
Coldly winking at the full moon

マシンガンを撃ちたい
I want to shoot a machine gun

理由はこの空が好きだから
The reason is that I love this sky

ピンクの花火は真実
Pink fireworks are the truth

いつかこの街に奇跡が
Someday a miracle will come to this city

舞い降りて僕は目覚める
It will descend, and I will awaken

優しい口笛が聞こえて
I hear a gentle whistle