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Coldfeet have remixed and produced some of the biggest names in J-pop, including Kumi Koda and Mika Nakashima. But the dance duo is better known for triggering the short-lived love affair with drum'n'bass in Japan after bursting onto the Tokyo club scene in 1998. Since then, Coldfeet have slowed down the beats per minute, reinventing themselves as a funky house outfit aimed squarely at the dancefloor, collaborating with respected names such as house producers Mondo Grosso and Sugiurumn. They've appeared on compilations and have had several singles and albums released in the United States, Britain and Germany on a variety of different labels. Coldfeet are a two-piece fronted by vocalist Lori Fine, born to an American father and a musically inclined Japanese mother (she plays the koto, or Japanese harp). Programmer and instrumentalist Atsushi Tsunoda, (aka Watusi) is the other core member. The duo debuted in 1998 with the sleek drum'n'bass groove of "Pussyfoot." This single, and accompanying album Shamefaced, indicated a genuine Japanese force in the predominantly British movement of drum'n'bass had arrived. Two years later, Coldfeet went Top Ten with the single "In My Lucid Dream" (inspired by the writings of American psychophysiologist Stephen LaBerge), which preceded their second album Lucid Dream. Although the album's accompanying promo videos garnered airtime on MTV in Japan and Europe, and a Coldfeet remix album was bolstered by big names like Francois K, the group nonetheless parted company with Sony, the label that had supported them from the beginning. An aborted attempt to find a record deal in the United States resulted in the band regrouping, ditching their trademark drum'n'bass sound and exploring one of the band's first loves with a covers album of jazz standards on the Ultra-Vybe INC label, released in 2003. Coldfeet signaled another change of direction -- a funky vocal house sound that didn't neglect classic songwriting structures -- on a series of 12" singles. It was during this period that the group signed to the Avex Trax R&B/dance imprint Rhythm Zone (also home to m-flo and Ram Rider) for their fourth album Bodypop (2005). As well as wearing its more obvious dance influences on its sleeve, also in evidence on Bodypop was Watusi's love of '80s new wave groups such as Devo and Depeche Mode. One of the biggest names in the Japanese dance scene, Mondo Grosso, guested on four tracks. Coldfeet took the album's 130 BPMs to the dancefloors on a live/DJ tour of Japan's clubs, alongside another ubiquitous name on the Tokyo club scene, Sugiurumn. A remix album, Bodychop, soon followed. Coldfeet's production credits include BoA and Chemistry; they've also remixed m-flo and they've co-written songs with Fantastic Plastic Machine, bird and, ahem, SMAP.
Where Have You Been
Coldfeet Lyrics
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Haven't seen you in a long time
Might have forgot
Hey you
I heard you weren't doing so fine
Said you were lost
Changed your life (made a change)
So much money you retired and you moved away (back to the States)
Family drama (what a shame)
Some kind of trauma
We been worried bout you
Where have you been
You look a little older
Bet your feet got colder
Where have you been
You're same and yet you're different
I guess that that's sufficient
Where have you been
I won't be asking questions
Wait for your confessions
Where have you been
Where have you been
Hey you
They were asking how you're doing
Worse than they thought
Yes you
You shouldn't worry bout the booing
You're on the spot
Out of gas (no more this)
Out of steam (no more that)
Out of style and out of any good ideas (drawing a blank)
Out of body (such a crank)
And yet oddly
You are just doing you
CHORUS
Save the downer story for another time
Just be thankful you survived a hurricane
Maybe now we'll recognize the signs
Or should we fear you'll disappear again
CHORUS
Where have you been
Where
The lyrics of Coldfeet's song "Where Have You Been" seem to tell a story of reconnecting with someone after a long absence and noticing changes in their life. The singer addresses the person they haven't seen in a while, expressing concern for their well-being and referencing the struggles and challenges the person has faced, such as family drama and trauma. The lyrics suggest that the person had made changes in their life, took a holiday, and faced financial difficulties that led to them moving away.
The chorus repeatedly asks, "Where have you been" and highlights the physical and emotional changes the person has gone through - looking older, feeling colder, and being both the same yet different. The lyrics convey a sense of curiosity and concern about the person's whereabouts and experiences during the time they were away.
As the song continues, it becomes apparent that the person may have faced criticism or judgment from others ("don't worry bout the booing"), as well as feeling out of energy, ideas, and style. Despite these challenges, the lyrics suggest a sense of acceptance towards the individual's current state and actions, emphasizing the importance of their survival and resilience in the face of difficulties.
The bridge of the song shifts the focus towards resilience and survival, acknowledging the person's ability to endure challenges like a hurricane and questioning whether they will continue to face struggles or potentially withdraw again. The lyrics convey a mix of empathy, reassurance, and a desire to understand the person's journey and experiences during their absence, ultimately leaving the question of "Where have you been" lingering as a reflection on the complexity of life and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey you
Calling out to someone who has been absent for a while
Haven't seen you in a long time
Noticing the lack of presence of the person for an extended period
Might have forgot
Possibly forgetting or losing track of where the person has been
I heard you weren't doing so fine
Understanding that the person has been struggling or facing difficulties
Said you were lost
Noting that the person was feeling directionless or confused
Changed your life (made a change)
Significant alterations in your lifestyle or decisions
Took a holiday (holiday)
Took a break or vacation
So much money you retired and you moved away (back to the States)
Having enough financial stability to retire and relocate
Family drama (what a shame)
Dealing with family issues that are unfortunate
Some kind of trauma
Experiencing a form of emotional or psychological distress
We been worried bout you
Being concerned about your well-being and whereabouts
Where have you been
Asking for the current location or situation of the person
You look a little older
Observing physical changes indicating the passage of time
Bet your feet got colder
Assuming that you have faced challenges or difficulties
You're same and yet you're different
Recognizing similarities and differences in your personality or demeanor
I guess that's sufficient
Accepting the amount of information provided as satisfactory
I won't be asking questions
Deciding not to probe further for details or explanations
Wait for your confessions
Anticipating honesty or truthfulness from you
They were asking how you're doing
Others expressing interest in your well-being
Worse than they thought
Your condition being more serious or problematic than expected
You shouldn't worry bout the booing
Advising you not to concern yourself with negative feedback or criticism
You're on the spot
Feeling pressure or scrutiny from others
Out of gas (no more this)
Feeling drained or lacking energy to continue with certain activities
Out of steam (no more that)
Running out of motivation or willpower for other endeavors
Out of style and out of any good ideas (drawing a blank)
Feeling outdated and lacking creativity or inspiration
Out of body (such a crank)
Experiencing a disconnect between mind and body or feeling irritable
And yet oddly
Nevertheless, in a peculiar or unexpected way
You are just doing you
Remaining true to yourself and your identity
Save the downer story for another time
Choosing not to share negative or depressing experiences at the moment
Just be thankful you survived a hurricane
Expressing gratitude for overcoming a severe or challenging situation
Maybe now we'll recognize the signs
Hoping that others will understand the warning indicators or signals
Or should we fear you'll disappear again
Considering the possibility of you isolating yourself once more
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Watusi, Lori Fine
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