Doopees' music is not easy to describe. Their repertoire contains both Tomita's original works and cover versions of songs by Phil Spector and similar composers. The music is cute and funny beyond all belief, and at times seems to be a full-on parody of J-pop. The songs aren't tied into any particular genre, and that coupled with the strange universe the listener is dragged in makes Doopees something quite special.
Doopees first appeared in 1994 as guest performers on the album Happy Living by Astro Age Steel Orchestra, a side-project of Tomita's. Doopees' debut LP Doopee Time was released in 1995 and their EP Dooits! the following year. The inlay on Doopee Time promised a third album, but it was never completed. 3 tracks that were completed were released in 2006 on Yann Tomita's Forever Yann Music Meme 3 EP. Additionally, there is 1 new track each on the Meme 2 & 4 EPs. As documented in the Forever Yann Music Meme book, the amount of stress in completing another Doopees album was too much for Yann and the project was aborted.
In addition to Mr.Tomita, who uses the alias Dr. Domestic and is in charge of sampling and some live instruments, Doopees features the singing talents of Suzi Kim and Buffalo Daughter's Yumiko Ohno as Caroline Novac.
Reprise
Doopees Lyrics
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I′ve found that we're tood sad to sing, sometimes.
Hey, SUZI, life′s not only about have a good time, is it?
SUZI: That's right, CAROLINE,
It also means that life's not about being down and out
CAROLINE: Hm...
SUZI: This time is DOOPEE TIME.
The lyrics to Doopees's "Reprise" are a conversation between two people, Caroline and Suzi. Caroline thanks Suzi for singing, but remarks that sometimes they are too sad to sing. Suzi acknowledges that life is not just about having a good time, but also about not being down and out. Caroline responds with a thoughtful "hm..." before Suzi declares that it is now "Doopee Time."
The lyrics suggest a contemplation of the ups and downs of life and the importance of balance. Caroline and Suzi acknowledge that it is necessary to feel both joy and sadness, and that music can help express those emotions. The declaration of "Doopee Time" at the end of the conversation suggests a desire to move forward with a positive attitude despite any difficulties that may arise.
Overall, "Reprise" is a brief but poignant reminder that life is complex and multi-faceted. While it may not always be easy to feel happy, it is important to acknowledge and express all of one's emotions in order to find a sense of balance and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
CAROLINE: Thanks for singing, SUZI.
CAROLINE appreciates SUZI for singing.
I′ve found that we're tood sad to sing, sometimes.
CAROLINE acknowledges that sometimes we're too sad to sing.
Hey, SUZI, life′s not only about have a good time, is it?
CAROLINE questions if life is only about having a good time.
That's right, CAROLINE,
SUZI agrees with CAROLINE's statement.
It also means that life's not about being down and out
SUZI adds that life isn't only about being sad or negative.
Hm...
CAROLINE ponders SUZI's words.
This time is DOOPEE TIME.
SUZI declares that it's time to enjoy DOOPEE TIME, a time for happiness and positivity.
Contributed by Wyatt N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
pennyprince
it's so cute 😭