They are perhaps best known for performing the song "Monkey Magic" for the 1978 television series "Saiyūki," which was brought over to the United Kingdom as "Monkey." This led to several releases through BBC Records, including "Monkey Magic," "Gandhara," and the LP "Monkey," which charted in the UK. Godiego are also noteworthy for performing the theme song "Galaxy Express 999" (Three-Nine) for the animated movie, and for the soundtrack to the 1977 Nobuhiko Obayashi film "House," in which they also appear in a brief cameo.
They were the first rock band to play in the People's Republic of China as well as Nepal.
Steppin' Into Your World
Godiego Lyrics
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From the depth of the mountain or from a cloud
I can hear the sweet strains of fantasy
So vividly rich and free
Let me into that mythical magic world
Let me laugh and thrill and be a part of you
And no longer will it be of distant China
I'll be travelling with you
Stepping into your world
I'm stepping right along with you
Stepping into your kind of beat
Oh your music's sweet Songoku
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Where is that melody coming from
From the depth of the mountain
Or from a cloud
I can hear the sweet strains of fantasy
So vividly rich and free
Let me into that mythical magic world
Let me laugh and thrill and be a part of you
And no longer will it be of distant China
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Stepping into your world
I'm stepping right along with you
Stepping into your kind of beat
Oh your music's sweet Songoku
Oooh! West to India (repeat until fade out)
Godiego's song "Steppin' Into Your World" describes an individual who is entranced by a beautiful and mystical melody that seems to be coming from either the depths of a mountain or a cloud. They are captivated by the sweet strains of fantasy and wish to be let into that magical world. The song implies that this melody is coming from the far-off land of China, but the singer wishes to be a part of it and travel with it, even as it heads West towards India.
The lyrics of the song are infused with an otherworldly quality, combining elements of Chinese and Indian culture alongside a strong emphasis on music and magic. Furthermore, the name Songoku, which is mentioned in the final verse, is a reference to the singer of the popular Japanese manga series "Dragon Ball," which lends the song a contemporary and eclectic touch. Overall, "Steppin' Into Your World" is a dreamy and captivating song that speaks of the transcendent and transformative power of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Where is that melody coming from
I wonder about the origin of the music I am hearing
From the depth of the mountain or from a cloud
Is it emanating from the mountains or the clouds?
I can hear the sweet strains of fantasy
The music I'm hearing is enchanting and lovely
So vividly rich and free
The sound is full of life and unencumbered by any constraints
Let me into that mythical magic world
I want to enter this magical place I perceive in the music
Let me laugh and thrill and be a part of you
I want to enjoy this experience, feel exhilarated, and be a part of this world
And no longer will it be of distant China
I won't feel so far away from the culture that produced this music
I'll be travelling with you
I am accompanying you on this journey through the music
Oooh! West to India
We're heading towards India now
Stepping into your world
I am entering your musical and perhaps even cultural world
I'm stepping right along with you
I am keeping pace with you and your rhythm
Stepping into your kind of beat
I am assimilating myself into the rhythm and flow of your music
Oh your music's sweet Songoku
Your music is truly delightful, Songoku
Oooh! West to India (repeat until fade out)
We carry on our journey together, towards India, as the music slowly fades
Contributed by Dylan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@brianchar-bow3273
Stepping Into Your World(1978) Godiego
Released October 25, 1978
Lyrics: Yoko Narahashi,
Composition, Arrangement: Mickey Yoshino
Where is that melody coming from
From the depth of the mountain or from a cloud
I can hear the sweet strains of fantasy
So vividly rich and free
Let me into that mythical magic world
Let me laugh and thrill and be a part of you
And no longer will it be of distant China
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Stepping into your world
I'm stepping right along with you
Stepping into your kind of beat
Oh your music's sweet Songoku
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Where is that melody coming from
From the depth of the mountain or from a cloud
I can hear the sweet strains of fantasy
So vividly rich and free
Let me into that mythical magic world
Let me laugh and thrill and be a part of you
And no longer will it be of distant China
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Stepping into your world
I'm stepping right along with you
Stepping into your kind of beat
Oh your music's sweet Songoku
I'll be travelling with you
Oooh! West to India
Godiego
Yukihide Takekawa Vocals, Keyboards
Mickey Yoshino Keyboards
Takami Asano Guitar
Steven Fox Bass
Tommy Snyder Drums
@Wadworth6XLad
Often played at the end of an episode once the pilgrims had saved the day - eg when Sandy taps a water source for the Queen in “Land for the Locusts”.
@mk.3tamayan413
This is my favorite godiego song.
@ivanugliarse
catchy song