1996, had his major debut in the band Ex-iT.
1998, Ex-iT dispanded, Lapis Lazuli formed with Ikuo as bass.
2003, debuted as Ikuo doing LONG WAY, the 4th Intro Theme for the anime Prince of Tennis .
2004, Lapis Lazuli hiatus. In January the band had their last one-man live at Roppongi Y2K.
2005, CUBE-RAY formed (B, Vo: IKUO, G: ISAO, Dr: Hasegawa Kozy).
2006, CUBE-RAY hiatus.
2006, BULL ZEICHEN 88 formed (Vo: Eijiro, G: sebastian, B: IKUO, Dr: 淳士 [JUN-JI]).
Some of the artisits Ikuo has also worked with are; T.M.Revolution, JAM PROJECT, HIRO-X, TETSU69, tetsu, 奥井雅美, DAIGO STARDUST , 皆川純子, angela, 堀江由衣, AAA, Marty Friedman, 淳士, 大黒摩季, 土屋アンナ, BREAKERZ, LM.C, Gackt, Acid Black Cherry, Hey! Say! JUMP.
Website: http://ikuo190.com
Long Way
Ikuo Lyrics
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魅せつけるAmazing Show
忘れかけた熱さ取り戻せ
諦めない強さと
逆境が生み出すInnovation
チャンスを手にするのは Oh yeah
Againstの中
誰の為でもない孤独な
生きることを決めた
強く負けないことを誇りに
Long way, I'm in
So long way, I'm running
そう どんな道も Oh yeah
強く駆け抜けろ
Always I win
And always I'm running
そう どんな夢も Oh yeah
一つ見続けろ
高く遠い夢なら
必ずぶつかるFrustration
打ち勝つ楽しみなら Oh yeah
知っているはずさ
自分らしさだけを頼りに
長い道の果てを
目指すことを決めた
いつか辿り着くことを誓い
Long way, I'm in
So long way, I'm running
そう どんな壁も Oh yeah
強く乗り越えろ
Always I win
And always I'm running
そう どんな場所も Oh yeah
いつか手に入れろ
誰の為でもない孤独な
自由と夢を選び
生きることを決めた
強く負けないことを誇りに
Long way, I'm in
So long way, I'm running
そう どんな道も Oh yeah
強く駆け抜けろ
Always I win
And always I'm running
そう どんな夢も Oh yeah
一つ見続けろ
Long way Long way
強く駆け抜けろ
Always Always
一つ見続けろ
The lyrics to Ikuo's song LONG WAY are an uplifting call to take on challenges and pursue dreams with determination and pride. The song recognizes the frustrations and obstacles that can arise along the way, but urges the listener to push through them and stay true to themselves. The first verse calls for the listener to reclaim the passion they have forgotten and use it to create innovation in the face of adversity. The chorus repeats the phrase "Long way, I'm in," emphasizing a commitment to the journey and the importance of persistence. The second verse encourages the listener to rely on their own authenticity and stay true to their values, while acknowledging that there will be highs and lows along the way. The song ends with a final call to press ahead with strength and a single-minded focus on one's goals.
Overall, the lyrics of LONG WAY convey a message of hope and perseverance in the face of challenges, focusing on the importance of staying true to oneself and one's dreams. The song offers a call to action for anyone facing difficult circumstances or struggling to find the strength to push ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
退屈で渇いた世界に
In a world that is dry and boring
魅せつけるAmazing Show
Putting on an amazing show that captivates the audience
忘れかけた熱さ取り戻せ
Regaining the passion that was almost forgotten
諦めない強さと
Having the strength to never give up
逆境が生み出すInnovation
Innovation born out of adversity
チャンスを手にするのは Oh yeah
Seizing the chance to succeed
Againstの中
In the face of adversity
誰の為でもない孤独な
A solitary journey without anyone else's benefit in mind
自由と夢を選び
Choosing freedom and chasing dreams
生きることを決めた
Deciding to live life to the fullest
強く負けないことを誇りに
Pride in never giving up
Long way, I'm in
Embarking on a long journey
So long way, I'm running
Running towards the destination despite the long distance
そう どんな道も Oh yeah
Yes, any road is possible
強く駆け抜けろ
Running strongly to the end
Always I win
Always coming out on top
And always I'm running
Always moving forward
そう どんな夢も Oh yeah
Yes, any dream is possible
一つ見続けろ
Keep pursuing one dream
高く遠い夢なら
If it's a far-reaching, lofty dream
必ずぶつかるFrustration
Definitely facing frustration
打ち勝つ楽しみなら Oh yeah
If overcoming it becomes a joy, then yes, you can do it
知っているはずさ
You should know
自分らしさだけを頼りに
Relying only on your own sense of self
長い道の果てを
Reaching the end of a long road
目指すことを決めた
Deciding on a goal to aim for
いつか辿り着くことを誓い
Making a vow to someday reach it
そう どんな壁も Oh yeah
Yes, any obstacle is possible
強く乗り越えろ
Overcome it with strength
そう どんな場所も Oh yeah
Yes, any place is possible
いつか手に入れろ
Someday, obtain it
Long way Long way
It's a long journey
強く駆け抜けろ
Run strongly to the end
Always Always
Always
一つ見続けろ
Keep pursuing one dream
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: 圭 野口
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@forsenboyz
God i love this so much
@user-es4tr7fv4i
2番目に好きなアニメ
@glmm7262
melhor anime e musica <3
@arrogantgurl18
i love the prince of tennis
@yllagarcia3465
PETITION TO REMAKE PRINCE OF TENNIS!!!
I MISS MY CINNAMON ROLLS
@arizza97
omg my fav part too!!
@SeiKyon
OMG!!! this song is sooo cool!! i really like to memorize the full version but i only have the anime song. oh well. :-)
@jojokoification
Very Fun , I love this song :)
@poisonaelcio
ESSA MUSICA É CHAPADA
@088888100
讚!!!