Sukiyaki
Jerry Cole Lyrics

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Let's look up as we walk, so that the tears don't spill
Remembering that spring day, that lonely night.
Let's look up as we walk, count the blurry stars
Remembering that summer day, that lonely night.

Happiness is above the clouds,
Happiness is above the skies.
Let's look up as we walk, so that the tears don't spill

Crying as we walk, that lonely night.
Remembering that autumn day, that lonely night.

Sadness is in the shadow of the clouds,
Sadness is in the shadow of the moon.

Let's walk with our head held up so that the tears don't spill,
Crying as we walk, that lonely night.

Overall Meaning

In Jerry Cole's interpretation of the classic Japanese song "Sukiyaki", he manages to capture the essence of the original melody while adding his unique guitar stylings. The song is a melancholic reflection on loneliness, walking, and the passing of time. The lyrics describe a couple walking together and looking up at the sky to avoid crying while thinking back to the joys and sorrows of the past. The song encapsulates a sense of nostalgia, longing, and a desire to hold onto happy memories through tough times.

The line "Happiness is above the clouds, Happiness is above the skies" reminds us that joy and positivity can be found in simple things like looking at the sky, while the line "sadness is in the shadow of the clouds, Sadness is in the shadow of the moon" hints at the power of nature to influence our moods. The chorus, which repeats the verse, creates an immersive experience that allows the listener to get lost in the song's message.

Line by Line Meaning

Let's look up as we walk, so that the tears don't spill
While walking, it's important to keep our heads high to avoid crying and getting emotional.

Remembering that spring day, that lonely night.
Reflecting on a past experience from a specific day and night in the spring.

Let's look up as we walk, count the blurry stars
Gazing at the stars while walking and letting them be a distraction from any sadness or loneliness.

Remembering that summer day, that lonely night.
Thinking back to a particular day and night that occurred during the summer season.

Happiness is above the clouds,
True joy and contentment can be found beyond the clouds in the sky.

Happiness is above the skies.
Continuing the previous idea and emphasizing that happiness is found in the skies and not on the ground.

Crying as we walk, that lonely night.
Expressing an emotional state while walking during a lonely night.

Remembering that autumn day, that lonely night.
Reflecting on a past experience from a specific day and night in the autumn season.

Sadness is in the shadow of the clouds,
Feelings of sadness are represented by cloud shadows, which can be seen as temporary and passing.

Sadness is in the shadow of the moon.
Continuing the previous idea and saying that sadness is also hidden and subtle, like the shadow of the moon.

Let's walk with our head held up so that the tears don't spill,
Encouraging the act of walking with a positive attitude and keeping emotions in check.

Crying as we walk, that lonely night.
Expressing an emotional state while walking during a lonely night.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BILL (USA) BLACK, PD TRADITIONAL

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