The other describes itself as follows:
In early 2005, mild mannered multi-instrumentalist and jack of all trades, Adam Sarmiento was "possessed" by an "entity" which refers to itself as "I and I". This "I and I" entity took over the recordings Adam had been working on for the previous year. Although it allowed Adam to be credited for what became the debut album "We Are", it insisted on using it's name for the artist name. I and I even went so far as to coerce Adam's friends: Alan Vest (of Starlight Mints), Eric Sarmiento and Brent Williams (of the Candles), Amber Brown, Wally Tarkington and Mike Hosty (of Hosty Duo) to add tracks to the album. Some critics described the album thusly: "a danceable concoction of indie rock, electronica and ambience" and "scrapes the very edge of the galaxy".
Before I and I took over Adam he had been a drummer, vocalist and songwriter with the bands New Tribe, The Pistol Arrows, and The Candles. He had also spent considerable time in the Pacific Northwest working on Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture. Since the possession, I and I forces Mr. Sarmiento to waste countless hours exploring it's wishes to create new and unique music and visions. It also forces Adam to perform I and I's songs in all manner of unusual and often undesirable locations. Somehow the talented musicians James Spake (of Golden Ladder), Boyd Littell (of the Ills) and Brent Williams were persuaded to join in these live misadventures.
The latest result of the unholy alliance between I and I and Adam is the 4 song e.p. and web offering "Music Computer Film". Live performances pitting the I and I demon against Eric Sarmiento have also been recent occurrences as well as destroying (remixing) a song by the Prague band Khoiba. Please help Adam break away from the clutches of this creature and return to a peaceful existence by listening to I and I's music and thereby exorcising the demon.
Illusions
I and I Lyrics
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これからお見せする手品には
タネも仕掛けもございません
One, two, three
あれあれおかしいな
何も起こらないや
どこか間違えたかな
ピンチをチャンスにチェンジするトリック
摩訶不思議で刺激的な
夢の世界へ
Welcome to wow!
ドキドキワクワクを一瞬で
エナジーに変えちゃうのが
Fantastic illusion!
ねぇもっと楽しませたくて
One more time!
これはただの奇跡じゃなくて
自分の手で起こせる
Miracle illusion!
さぁもっと胸躍るような
It's a show time!
本日はお越し下さり
誠にありがとうございます
さっそくですが今回はギャラリーの
皆様にお手伝い頂きましょう
それでは代表してそこのあなた!
しばしの間お付き合い下さい こちらへどうぞ!
よくよく確かめてみて
何の変哲もないよね?
今ここにないものが
今ここにあるものが
見えたり見えなくなるギミック
唯一無二で
神秘的な
未知の世界へ
Welcome to wow!!
ドキドキワクワクを混ぜ込んで
シナジーを起こすのが
Fantastic illusion!
もうじっとしていられないよ
One more chance!
それはただの軌跡じゃなくて
誰かとで繋がる
魅惑の fusion!
そうきっと忘れられないような
That's amazing!
Routine one! 緊張に深呼吸
Routine two! 動揺にポーカーフェイス
Routine three! だけど心は情熱的に
皆様はサーストンの3原則をご存知でしょうか?
手品を披露する上での心得みたいなものです
ひとつ! これから起きる現象を説明しないこと ネタバレ厳禁!
ふたつ! 同じ手品を繰り返さないこと 鮮度が命!
みっつ! 種明かしをしないこと ご想像にお任せします!
もしも分かっちゃってもその時は
内緒でお願いします
ドキドキワクワクは一瞬で
見守ってくれたら嬉しいな
Welcome to wow!!!
ドキドキワクワクを一瞬で
エナジーに変えちゃうのが
Fantastic illusion!
ねぇもっと楽しまなくちゃね
One more time!
これはただの奇跡じゃなくて
自分の手で起こせる
Miracle illusion!
沢山笑って (笑って)
感動に泣いて (泣いて)
さぁもっと胸躍るような
It's a show time!
The song "Illusions" by I and I invites listeners to step into their magical world, where they create incredible illusions that leave observers spellbound. The song begins with a classic magician's introduction, as if they are going to perform a magic trick right in front of the audience. They mention that there are no tricks or gimmicks involved, and then proceed to describe how they are going to create a fantastic illusion.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the power of their illusions. They turn the excitement and apprehension one feels when watching a magic show into pure energy. They do this by repeatedly using the phrase "Fantastic illusion!" and "Welcome to wow!" inviting the audience to join in their world of spellbinding illusions. They continue to describe how their illusions work and the unexpected twists and turns they take, highlighting that their illusions are not just a simple trick, but an experience that one can immerse themselves in.
The song ends with a description of the "3 principles of Saaston," which guide the performers in their craft. They ask for the audience's participation and end with a call to enjoy and be amazed by the show, as it is truly an unforgettable experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Ladies and gentlemen!
Greeting the audience
これからお見せする手品には
タネも仕掛けもございません
No tricks or gimmicks will be used in the magic show
One, two, three
The start of the show countdown
あれあれおかしいな
何も起こらないや
どこか間違えたかな
トラブル
Something's not right, something went wrong, technical difficulties
ピンチをチャンスにチェンジするトリック
摩訶不思議で刺激的な
夢の世界へ
Welcome to wow!
A trick that turns trouble into opportunity and takes the audience on a thrilling and mysterious journey
ドキドキワクワクを一瞬で
エナジーに変えちゃうのが
Fantastic illusion!
The transformation of nervous excitement into energy is a fantastic illusion
ねぇもっと楽しませたくて
One more time!
Wanting to entertain the audience more and perform one more time
これはただの奇跡じゃなくて
自分の手で起こせる
Miracle illusion!
This is not just a miracle, but something that we can create with our own hands
さぁもっと胸躍るような
It's a show time!
It's time to get excited and enjoy the show
本日はお越し下さり
誠にありがとうございます
さっそくですが今回はギャラリーの
皆様にお手伝い頂きましょう
それでは代表してそこのあなた!
しばしの間お付き合い下さい こちらへどうぞ!
Thank you for coming today! Now, let's have the audience participate in the show. You there, come join us! Please come this way and stay for a while!
よくよく確かめてみて
何の変哲もないよね?
今ここにないものが
今ここにあるものが
見えたり見えなくなるギミック
Looking closely, nothing seems out of the ordinary, but things that weren't there before appear or disappear before our eyes through a gimmick
唯一無二で
神秘的な
未知の世界へ
Welcome to wow!!
Welcome to a mysterious and unique unknown world!
ドキドキワクワクを混ぜ込んで
シナジーを起こすのが
Fantastic illusion!
A fantastic illusion blends nervousness with excitement to create synergy
もうじっとしていられないよ
One more chance!
Can't sit still and want to have one more chance
それはただの軌跡じゃなくて
誰かとで繋がる
魅惑の fusion!
It's not just a simple trace, it connects with someone and creates a fascinating fusion!
そうきっと忘れられないような
That's amazing!
This is amazing and unforgettable!
Routine one! 緊張に深呼吸
Routine two! 動揺にポーカーフェイス
Routine three! だけど心は情熱的に
Three principles of performing magic: take a deep breath when nervous, maintain a poker face when things go wrong, and stay passionate in your heart
皆様はサーストンの3原則をご存知でしょうか?
手品を披露する上での心得みたいなものです
ひとつ! これから起きる現象を説明しないこと ネタバレ厳禁!
ふたつ! 同じ手品を繰り返さないこと 鮮度が命!
みっつ! 種明かしをしないこと ご想像にお任せします!
もしも分かっちゃってもその時は
内緒でお願いします
Introducing the three principles of performing magic, inspired by S.S. Sausston: One! Do not explain what will happen next, no spoilers! Two! Don't repeat the same trick twice, freshness is important! Three! Don't reveal how the trick was done, let the audience use their imagination. If you figure it out, please keep it a secret!
ドキドキワクワクは一瞬で
見守ってくれたら嬉しいな
Welcome to wow!!!
If you watch with nervousness and excitement, that would make me happy! Welcome to the final amazement!
ねぇもっと楽しまなくちゃね
One more time!
I have to keep entertaining you! One more time!
沢山笑って (笑って)
感動に泣いて (泣いて)
さぁもっと胸躍るような
It's a show time!
Laugh a lot (ha ha ha) and cry with emotion (boo hoo hoo), it's time to get excited!
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Motokiyo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tanbir Chowdhury
Bro that’s actually very cool thanks for letting me know this
Aubree Farnsworth
Me: looks at TV and it’s growing. Also me: [in mind] HOW IS IT GROWING oh wait..
GraceAngel123
When i looked around and when i saw you i couldn’t stop laughing 😆
IanTheBlitz_wiz 301
The effect that it had on me completely terrified me because I was looking in the mirror and my mouth was slightly open and it kind of magnified the inside of my mouth so it looked like my entire face was being ripped open
Blueberrysnow
That’s actually one of the cooler one of these it makes it look like the lines in your hand are moving that pretty sick
themilenotherile
It's moving like it's slime
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