Her first DJ mix album "HARLEM PRESENTS ～DJ Kaori "Def Soul" Mix" was released in 2000. Since then she has released over 30 DJ albums, 4 DVDs and a few original singles.
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2012
DJ Kaori Lyrics
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She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
It is often that I wonder
Why women love men
And I look back and I wonder
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
Gonna build me another castle
On a mountain so high
So then I can see my true love
As she passes by.
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
--- Instrumental ---
Jack of Diamonds, Jack of Diamonds
I know you of old
You have robbed my poor pockets
Of silver and of gold.
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July
This song is a rendition of the traditional American folk song "The Cuckoo." DJ Kaori's interpretation features a mix of acoustic and electronic instruments to create a unique sound. The lyrics focus on the beauty and mystery of nature, with a specific focus on the cuckoo bird. The singer makes a point of never giving water to the cuckoo until July 4th, highlighting the importance of timing and patience.
The lyrics also explore the complexities of human relationships, particularly between men and women. The singer wonders why women love men, and why men are the way they are. This adds a philosophical layer to the song, considering the natural world and human relationships side by side.
Overall, the song is a contemplative and evocative tribute to the wonders of nature and the mysteries of human life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
The singer acknowledges and admires the beauty of the cuckoo bird.
She warbles as she flies
The cuckoo bird makes a beautiful sound while flying.
But I never give her water
The singer does not provide water to the cuckoo bird.
Till the forth day of July.
The artist only provides water to the cuckoo bird on the fourth of July.
It is often that I wonder
The artist frequently ponders a particular subject.
Why women love men
The singer is curious about the reasons behind women's affections for men.
And I look back and I wonder
The singer reflects on the past and thinks deeply about something.
Why men are men.
The artist is pondering or questioning the nature of masculinity.
Gonna build me another castle
The artist plans to construct another fortified dwelling.
On a mountain so high
The location of the artist's future castle is to be situated atop a high mountain.
So then I can see my true love
The singer desires to have a view of their beloved from their elevated structure.
As she passes by.
The artist wishes to observe their lover as she moves in close proximity to their castle.
Jack of Diamonds, Jack of Diamonds
The singer is addressing and referencing the playing card known as the Jack of Diamonds.
I know you of old
The singer is familiar with the Jack of Diamonds.
You have robbed my poor pockets
The singer accuses the Jack of Diamonds of stealing from them.
Of silver and of gold.
The artist specifies that the Jack of Diamonds has taken both silver and gold from them.
Contributed by Nathan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.