They established the project in their hometown of Osaka and later relocated to Tokyo.
Persistent sales of their exceptional debut “Blues of Colors” (2000) built nationwide recognition, representing their unique artistry through cabaret music and Showa popular songs, which was inspired by Jazz of the pre-war years.
EGO-WRAPPIN’ is a unique and rare artist. Each work constructed with novel and fascinating musicianship, draws the attention of the Japanese music scene. The EGO-sound reflects free atmosphere and hot emotion, which Jazz and Rock music had prior to becoming just titles of genres, and draws from the spirit of our living world.
Facing music sincerely, jumping the walls of genres easily, they will tell you how to enjoy music with their pop sense. You feel their song vibrations directly. EGO-WRAPPIN’s thrilling performances of their exciting material have become romantic miracles of today.
Biography
1996
Ego-Wrappin’ was formed in Osaka in 1996.
1998
They released their first full album “Blue Speaker” in June 1998, propelling them to the forefront of the Osaka indies charts.
1998
At the end of 1998 one of their songs was selected for use on the TV drama series “Kirakira Hikaru”. The song was also included on the soundtrack CD of the same series.
1999
In February 1999, they released mini album “His Choice of Shoes Is Ill”, which for the first time included lyrics penned by Yoshie in Japanese.
1999
They released the mini album “Swing for Joy” in November 1999.
“A Love Song” featured DETERMINATIONS gained popularity amongst many local radio stations.
1999
In December 1999 they made their live debut in Tokyo with an acoustic set at Aoyama CAY.
2000
In January 2000, they held a release party for “Swing for Joy” at Shibuya’s Club Quattro, of the most famous live venues in Tokyo, following which they conducted a tour of many of Japan’s major cities.
2000
In February 2000, Yoshie launched her solo project JuJu Kneipp with a number of prominent Japanese famous musicians, releasing the mini album “Algolagnia”.
2000
In August 2000 Ego-Wrappin’ released the mini album “Shikisai no Blues”, which went on to become one of their most successful albums, following which they conducted a national tour. More than 800 fans flocked to a small nightclub in Tokyo to see Ego-Wrappin’s gig.
2000
In November 2000 they joined a number of prominent bands such as Kazufumi Kodama, The Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Dry & Heavy and Little Tempo in contributing to “Ska Stock”, a tribute album for The Skatalites.
2000
Their 7 inch analogue release “Flowers” from the mini album “Shikisai no Blues” sold out almost immediately.
2001
In January 2001, Yoshie took part in “Beautiful Days” by Fantastic Plastic Machine.
At the same time, “Shikisai no Blues” was chosen as the theme song for the film “Sadistic & Masochistic” by director Hideo Nakano.
2001
In addition to establishing their own label “Minor Swing” in May 2001, they also released their full length major label debut “Michishio no Romance” through Universal Music, which featured contributions from a range of other musicians.
“Psychoanalysis” from this album was selected as a recommended track by a number of TV and radio stations including MTV Japan, Space Shower and Viewsic, earning its video considerable airtime.
2001
In July 2001 they conducted another national tour from Hokkaido to Okinawa, during which they were joined on stage by a range of musical collaborators. The same month they also made their debut appearance at the FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL (Japan’s biggest and the most famous live music festival).
2001
In August 2001 they took part in the SUNSET LIVE 2001 music festival in Fukuoka.
The festival was held on the beach and its atmosphere was incredible.
2001
In October 2001, “Noraneko no theme”, a collaboration with Kazuhumi Kodama, one of the greatest trumpet players in Japan, was chosen as the theme song for the film “Pistol Opera”.
Masaki also appeared on the Mama! Milk CD album “Lamb and Mutton”.
2001
In November 2001, “Teennesee Waltz”, a collaboration between Yoshie and the guitar duo Gontiti was included on a TV drama.
Aremixed and re-mastered version of “Shikisai no Blues” was also released as “Midnight Dejavu - Shikisai no Blues”.
2001
In December 2002 Yoshie took part in “So Much To Learn, So Little We Know”, a charity album for Afghan refugees.
2002
In January 2002 Ego-Wrappin’ staged an audacious live show at IMP Hall.
2002
In March 2002 they again defied convention by conducting a special concert at an historic shrine in Kyoto.
2002
Their 3rd full-length album “Night Food” was released in July 2002. “Kuchibashi ni Cherry” from that album was chosen as the theme song for a popular TV drama. “Night Food” has gone on to become their most successful album to date.
2002
In the summer of 2002 they took part in a number of music festivals including the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL.
2002
In September they launched another national tour with a show at the Liquid Room in Shinjuku.
2002
On New Years Eve in December 2002 they held a count down show at the Ebisu Garden Hal in Tokyo in front of more than 2,000 fans.
2003
In May, Masaki selected songs for the CD “Rock a shake vol.3 ~Move! Baby Move~”.
The band also held their first gig after a half year break.
2003
In the summer of 2003 they again took part in various summer music festivals including FUJI ROCK、LIVE STOCK 2003、the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL、and the KOIWAI ROCK FESTIVAL.
2003
In August 2003 Yoshie’s solo project JuJu KNEIPP made a guest performance at the final show of CLAM’s tour, their first time on stage together for 2 years.
2003
After again hosting a New Year’s countdown gig in Ebisu, Tokyo, they conducted their first live show of 2004.
Mother Ship
EGO-WRAPPIN' Lyrics
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オリオンまでの道筋を 探す航海
そんなことより もっと近くについて
大地の胸に舞い降りた 名のない君
守りたいものがある
逃げ切れるかい? Uターン
噴かすエンジン音 理想とプライド,
やさしい人の死 海が見えるよ
青 子供の目で見る 全ての中
使い捨ての罠 ツモリツモル山 夢の島 S.O.S
Ha ミルクのプール おねしょしたよ ママ
ベッドの上の地図 拡げ一緒に行こう
乗り込むよ Mother Ship
でっかい世界 フリーエナジーに突入
乗り込むよ Mother Ship
でっかい世界 国境線の上のパーティー
Ha ミルクのプール おねしょしたよ ママ
ベッドの上の地図 拡げ一緒に行こう
あぁ Island 美しい夢 守ってあげる
あぁ 何もない場所に風は吹く どでっかい大陸
乗り込むよ Mother Ship
でっかい世界 愛すべき このモンスター
The lyrics to "Mother Ship" by EGO-WRAPPIN' describe a hypnotic journey to an unknown destination. The opening lines refer to a ship searching for a path to Orion in a raspberry-colored sky. However, the ship's captain recognizes that it's more important to focus on the present and appreciate the beauty of the earth. The chorus contemplates what is worth protecting in life, questioning if we can escape from the things we want to leave behind. The second verse discusses the tragedy of a kind person's death and how it affects the world around them. The song then shifts to a dreamlike sequence, reminiscing about childhood memories and the innocence of youth. The last section describes the excitement of boarding a "Mother Ship" to a world of endless possibilities.
The lyrics touch on themes such as environmentalism, the inevitability of mortality, and childhood nostalgia. The words are abstract and poetic, allowing listeners to interpret their own meanings. The use of space and ocean imagery adds to the enigmatic atmosphere of the song. Combined with the laid-back jazz melody, "Mother Ship" creates an immersive and serene listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
赤く染まった フランボワーズ色の空へ
Let's embark on a navigation to Orion in a sky painted in raspberry red.
オリオンまでの道筋を 探す航海
This navigation is a quest to find our way to Orion.
そんなことより もっと近くについて
However, before embarking on this distant journey, let us focus on what's closer to us.
大地の胸に舞い降りた 名のない君
You, with no real name, have arrived on the bosom of the earth.
守りたいものがある
There are things that I want to protect.
逃げ切れるかい? Uターン
Can you run away from it all? Or will you make a U-turn?
噴かすエンジン音 理想とプライド,
The roaring engine sound is a mix of both pride and idealism.
CO2排出量 台風 待機 大西洋
As we wait in the Atlantic, we emit CO2 and brace ourselves for a typhoon.
やさしい人の死 海が見えるよ
The death of a kind person makes the sea visible in a different way.
青 子供の目で見る 全ての中
Through the blue eyes of a child, nothing in the world goes unnoticed.
使い捨ての罠 ツモリツモル山 夢の島 S.O.S
We find ourselves trapped in a disposable society, surrounded by mountains of waste and a far-off dream island, calling out for help with an S.O.S
Ha ミルクのプール おねしょしたよ ママ
Ha, I peed in the milk pool, mom.
ベッドの上の地図 拡げ一緒に行こう
Let's look at the map on the bed and go on a journey together.
乗り込むよ Mother Ship
Let's go aboard the mother ship together.
でっかい世界 フリーエナジーに突入
Once we're on board, we'll dive into a huge world filled with free energy.
国境線の上のパーティー
We'll have a party right on the border line.
あぁ Island 美しい夢 守ってあげる
Oh Island, I will protect your beautiful dream.
あぁ 何もない場所に風は吹く どでっかい大陸
Oh, the wind blows in places where there's nothing, like the gigantic continent we're headed to.
乗り込むよ Mother Ship
Once more, let's go aboard the mother ship.
でっかい世界 愛すべき このモンスター
This huge world is home to lovable monsters.
Contributed by Parker Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tohiro7797
格が違う…
天才的音楽
@user-ur2oi9zp8i
このかっこよさは普通じゃない
@albrecdc
I discovered this awesome group and song 15 years ago while visiting friends in Japan. Since then I have been hooked to your great band! Cheers from DC!
@minami9739
このおしゃんてぃさ！
全然色褪せない✨
@user-zq1yy9rr8s
ライブで生で聴いたら最高やよ😃👍
@ark7stars
曲名に惹かれて観てみましたが、超絶いい！
最初から最後まで引き込まれっぱなしでした。
@doowlleb31415926535
ビッグバンドで一際輝く良恵さんが好きだ
@zombiezombie5451
曲もめっちゃ最高だけどＰＶの世界観もめっちゃ最高で大好き！！！
芸術のこととか何も知らないけどサルバトール・ダリみたいなシュールな世界観とかでめっちゃカッコいい！！！この世界観はマジで最高！！！
@aitiuhakkou8774
ビートルズのアイアムザウオルラスのような、独特の世界観が、素晴らしい！
@user-nq7ne3zv9t
ずるいぞ！かっこいいぞ！鶯谷だぞ！