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/

CANDY STORE
BLANKEY JET CITY Lyrics

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失敗したぜオレのこの人生
革命家にでもなればよかったと
最後の夜につぶやくのなら
Candy Store のドアを開けろ
ちょっとステキな Candy... Candy Store
Candy, Candy Store Candy, Candy Store...

赤とピンクと濃いブルー

かわいいライトに照らされた
チョコとクリームが渦を巻いてる
Candy Store のドアを開けろ
ちょっとステキな Candy... Candy Store
Candy, Candy Store Candy, Candy Store...

幸せだったぜオレのこの人生
革命家にでもなればよかったと
最後の夜につぶやくのなら
Candy Store のドアを開けろ

ちょっとステキな Candy... Candy Store
Candy, Candy Store Candy, Candy Store...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Candy Store" by Blankey Jet City express regret and nostalgia for a life that had not gone as planned. The singer reflects on their failures and suggests that they should have become a revolutionary in order to achieve their goals. However, as they face the end of their life, they ask that the Candy Store's doors be opened to them. The Candy Store seems to represent a place of comfort and happiness, a pleasant distraction from the harsh realities of the world.

The imagery of the Candy Store is bright and colorful, with swirling chocolates and cream under cute lights. The colors red, pink, and deep blue evoke feelings of pleasure and indulgence. The Candy Store is a symbol of escape, a safe haven where the singer can forget their troubles and find joy. The repetition of the word "Candy" in the chorus reinforces this idea, highlighting the sweet and fleeting nature of happiness.

Overall, the lyrics of "Candy Store" capture the bittersweet nature of life, the realization that time is short and much may have been left unfulfilled. The Candy Store represents a last chance for the singer to experience joy before they pass away.

Line by Line Meaning

失敗したぜオレのこの人生
My life has been a failure

革命家にでもなればよかったと
I should have become a revolutionary

最後の夜につぶやくのなら
If I were to murmur on the last night

Candy Store のドアを開けろ
Open the door of the Candy Store

ちょっとステキな Candy... Candy Store
A lovely candy store

Candy, Candy Store Candy, Candy Store...
Candy, Candy Store, Candy, Candy Store...

赤とピンクと濃いブルー
Red, pink, and deep blue

かわいいライトに照らされた
Lit by cute lights

チョコとクリームが渦を巻いてる
Chocolate and cream swirl together

幸せだったぜオレのこの人生
My life has been happy

Writer(s): 浅井健一, 浅井　健一

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