In addition to his film work, Shearmur has always had a deep love of rock 'n' roll, having collaborated as both a keyboardist and an arranger with a number of top performers including Eric Clapton, Annie Lennox, Pink Floyd, Marianne Faithfull, Bryan Adams, Echo & The Bunnymen, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant.
Grand Central
Edward Shearmur Lyrics
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Ka ore wa kimi wo goukan
Iwau mashou, masutaabeeshon mashou
Tekubi kitte, kitte to shinu
Sono yaru ni riyoumashou
(Kare korosu)
Yaru ni riyoumashou
(Ore wo motsu, ore wo suu)
Gyakusatsu wa tsuzukeru, ore wo anata no kao misette
Chotto asobumashou, ore wa kimi wo chikau fushou
(Nameru kudasai)
Tekubi kitte, shinu to kitte(shuma)
Sono yaru kowasumashou
(Kare wo nameru kudasai)
Kimi no doubutsu soto hiki nuku sono
Yaru kowasumashou
(Ore wo suu, ore wo motsu)
Kimi no rokkotsu soto hiki nuku sono
Yaru ni riyoumashou
(Kare korosu)
Gyakusatsu wa tsuzukeru, ore wo anata no kao misette
Chotto asobumashou, ore wa kimi wo chikau fushou
(Nameru kudasai)
The lyrics to Edward Shearmur's song Grand Central are in Japanese and difficult to translate accurately, but the mood of the song suggests a dark and sinister theme. The lyrics start with "Suu, suu, inbai fu," which roughly translates to "Count, count, the number of people," indicating the action of counting the number of people to be killed or harmed. The next line, "Ka ore wa kimi wo goukan," can be interpreted as "I will admire you," indicating a twisted admiration for someone.
The rest of the lyrics describe the act of killing, with lines like "Tekubi kitte, kitte to shinu" meaning "Cut the wrist, die," and "Chotto asobumashou, ore wa kimi wo chikau fushou" meaning "Let's play a little, I swear to harm you." The repeated phrases "kare korosu" and "kare wo nameru kudasai" also suggest killing and begging for mercy, respectively. The song ends with "Gyakusatsu wa tsuzukeru, ore wo anata no kao misette," which means "The massacre will continue, I will show you my face," implying a threatening and violent tone.
In terms of facts about the song, it was featured on the soundtrack of the 2003 film "The Truth About Charlie," directed by Jonathan Demme. The film was a remake of the 1963 thriller "Charade," and starred Mark Wahlberg and Thandie Newton. The soundtrack for "The Truth About Charlie" was composed by various artists and also included songs by artists like Quincy Jones and Earth, Wind & Fire.
Edward Shearmur, the composer of "Grand Central," has also composed music for other films such as "The Count of Monte Cristo," "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle," and "Johnny English." He has been nominated for various awards, including a Grammy for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media for the song "Can't Let You Go" from the film "The Invisible Circus."
The song "Grand Central" has also been used in various TV shows, including "Alias," "CSI," and "Nip/Tuck." Its dark and menacing tone makes it a popular choice for suspenseful and intense scenes.
The chords for "Grand Central" are not readily available, as the song is primarily instrumental and does not have a vocal melody. The song features primarily strings, percussion, and piano, and the unique blend of instruments creates a haunting and dramatic atmosphere.
Overall, "Grand Central" by Edward Shearmur is a foreboding and chilling instrumental piece that has been used in various films and TV shows to create suspenseful and intense scenes. Its Japanese lyrics, although difficult to interpret accurately, add to the ominous mood of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Suu, suu, inbai fu
The song begins with an instrumental refrain that repeats three notes, and sets the tone for the dark and ominous atmosphere of the piece.
Ka ore wa kimi wo goukan
The composer establishes himself as the singer of the song and makes a declaration that he will interact with his subject in a certain way.
Iwau mashou, masutaabeeshon mashou
He invites the listener to participate in his game and enjoy the music that follows, which is characterized by a strong beat and deep bass sounds.
Tekubi kitte, kitte to shinu
He talks about cutting off someone's wrist and threatening them with death, which showcases his twisted and violent nature.
Sono yaru ni riyoumashou
He suggests that he has a plan in mind and that he will carry it out no matter what.
(Kare korosu)
He explicitly states that he will kill his subject, reinforcing the violent theme of the song.
Kimi no rokkotsu soto hiki nuku sono
He talks about pulling out the listener's bones, which is a graphic and disturbing image that further emphasizes his violent intentions.
Yaru ni riyoumashou
He repeats his earlier statement that he has a plan and intends to carry it out.
(Ore wo motsu, ore wo suu)
He asserts his dominance and control over his subject, suggesting that he has the power to take their life.
Gyakusatsu wa tsuzukeru, ore wo anata no kao misette
He talks about continuing with his killing spree and forcing his subject to witness it, which is a psychologically manipulative tactic that is twisted and cruel.
Chotto asobumashou, ore wa kimi wo chikau fushou
He invites the listener to play along and enjoy themselves while he carries out his evil deeds, indicating that he is a psychopath who enjoys the act of killing itself.
(Nameru kudasai)
He begs the listener to submit to him and give him what he wants, which is a further demonstration of his sadistic tendencies.
Tekubi kitte, shinu to kitte(shuma)
He repeats his earlier threat to cut off someone's wrist and kill them, emphasizing his violent nature once again.
Sono yaru kowasumashou
He suggests that he has a plan to destroy something, which adds to the ominous and threatening atmosphere of the song.
(Kare wo nameru kudasai)
He again asks his subject to submit to him, which is a sign of his need for control and dominance.
Kimi no doubutsu soto hiki nuku sono
He talks about pulling out the listener's animals, which is a further example of his violent and twisted imagination.
Yaru kowasumashou
He repeats his earlier statement that he has a plan to destroy something, which is a sign of his malicious intent.
(Ore wo suu, ore wo motsu)
He once again asserts his control and dominance over his subject, suggesting that he has the power to take their life.
Kimi no rokkotsu soto hiki nuku sono
He repeats one of the most disturbing images in the song, which adds to the sense of desperation and fear that it evokes.
Yaru ni riyoumashou
He closes the song by repeating his earlier statement that he has a plan and intends to carry it out, leaving the listener with a sense of unease and horror.
(Kare korosu)
He ends the song with an explicit declaration that he will kill his subject, which is a chilling and unsettling conclusion.
Contributed by Eva T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.