1) Yamada Keiko (Keiko… Read Full Bio ↴There are a few artists with the name Keiko:
1) Yamada Keiko (Keiko Yamada - 山田圭子) is the vocalist of the J-Pop group Globe. In 1994 she participated in the 'EUROGROOVE NIGHT' audition organised by Tetsuya Komuro, and in 1995 became part of Globe. She later married to Tetsuya Komuro, and even has her own solo project. In 2001, She collaborated with Hamasaki Ayumi in the Songnation Project single a song is born.
2) KEIKO the band, hailing from Redditch, Worcestershire, UK.
Keiko formed in May 2004 and played their first show as a band less than a month later. Within four months the band were gigging across the country, and have gone on to play in excess of 200 shows from Edinburgh to Newquay and Cardiff to Norwich, and everywhere in between. Their inventive, energetic music combines a progressive attitude with a solid song-writing sensibility, and a desire to rock the balls off anyone who hears them. Their list of influences encompasses everything from Led Zeppelin to Biffy Clyro to Talking Heads to Luther Vandross, and then some.
The debut EP, The Rorschach Test was released in April 2006 on Lockjaw Records, coinciding with tours supporting Hundred Reasons and Hell Is For Heroes, and an appearance on the Snickers Bowl stage at the Download Festival.
Mark Stevenson left the band at the end of 2006, and was replaced by The Culprit drummer Joel Stanley. The band split up in April 2007, playing a final hometown show at the packed Liberal Club, which was filmed for DVD. They also sold a CD titled The Very Best of Keiko at the show, a compilation of material from all their previous demos. The original lineup reformed in 2009 for three live shows, but are now again no more, with the members pursuing other projects.
Keiko were: Tom Lynam (g/v), Nick Ebanks (b/v) and Mark Stevenson (d).
(With a brief stint for Joel Stanley on drums, in place of Stevenson)
Tom Lynam is now finding success playing drums for Pegasus Bridge. Nick Ebanks went on to form and front Idiosync.
3) On the EXIT TRANCE label there is also a singer named KEIKO.
4) KEIKO (Kubota Keiko - 窪田啓子) is a member of Kajiura Yuki's FictionJunction project and was one of the main vocalists of the Japanese vocal group Kalafina. She started her solo debut in 2020.
5) KEIKO, a band from Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain).
The Tenerife rock group, whose recognizable sound has evolved in directions that include blues, reggae and funk, among other rhythms, has already been occupying its place in the island's musical panorama for almost two decades.
This trio was originally formed by Román Brito (bass), Luis Suárez (percussion) and Diego Hernández (guitar and voice), in addition to the occasional collaboration of Beatriz Triviño (voice) and David Rodríguez (keyboards).
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Keiko Lyrics
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feelin' small
When tears are in your eyes
I'll dry them all
I'm on your side
Oh when times get rough
And friends
just can't be found
over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will lay me down
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When you're down and out
when you're on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I'll take your part
Oh when darkness comes
and pain is all around
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will lay me down
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Sail on silver girl
sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are
on their way
See how they shine
Oh if you need a friend
I'm sailing right behind
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will ease you mind
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I will ease you mind
Keiko's song Water is a beautiful cover of one of the most iconic songs of all time, Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel. The song is incredibly powerful in its simplicity and is one of the most recognisable tracks in music history. The lyrics of the song are deeply empathetic and offer strength and support to those who may be struggling with life's challenges.
The first verse of the song opens with the lines "When you're weary, feelin' small, when tears are in your eyes, I'll dry them all". This is a message of assurance that the singer is there for the person in need. They offer their friendship and support by stating "I'm on your side". This is followed by the lines "when times get rough and friends just can't be found, like a bridge over troubled water, I will lay me down". This sets up the metaphor of the song, comparing the singer to a bridge that can help someone cross over troubled waters.
The second verse continues this metaphor by saying "when you're down and out, when you're on the street, when evening falls so hard, I will comfort you". This shows that the singer is willing to help the person in need even when they are at their lowest point. The lines "oh when darkness comes and pain is all around, like a bridge over troubled water, I will lay me down" reinforce this metaphor and demonstrate the singer's willingness to be a source of comfort and support.
In the final verse, the singer turns their attention to someone else, saying "sail on silver girl, sail on by, your time has come to shine, all your dreams are on their way, see how they shine". This is a message of support and encouragement to someone who is about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and fulfilment. The final lines of the song tie everything together by saying "if you need a friend, I'm sailing right behind, like a bridge over troubled water, I will ease your mind". This is a powerful message of support and demonstrates the enduring nature of friendship.
Overall, Keiko's rendition of Bridge Over Troubled Water is a heartfelt and emotive tribute to one of the greatest songs of all time. By interpreting the lyrics with such sensitivity and skill, Keiko brings a fresh perspective to the timeless message of the song, reminding us all of the importance of being there for one another in times of need.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're weary
When you're tired and drained
feelin' small
When you're feeling insignificant and hopeless
When tears are in your eyes
When you're crying and upset
I'll dry them all
I'll comfort and console you when you're sad
I'm on your side
I'm here to support and stand by you
Oh when times get rough
During difficult times
And friends just can’t be found
When you feel alone and have no one to turn to
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will be the support you need to get through tough times
I will lay me down
I am willing to selflessly sacrifice myself to help you
When you're down and out
When you're struggling and feeling defeated
when you're on the street
When you're homeless and living on the streets
When evening falls so hard
When life becomes overwhelming and difficult
I will comfort you
I will provide you with emotional support and solace
I'll take your part
I'll stand up for you and support you through any situation
Oh when darkness comes
During times of emotional darkness and despair
and pain is all around
When you're surrounded by negative feelings and experiences
I will lay me down
I'm willing to put myself in harm's way to help you through this time
Sail on silver girl
Keep going and continue to shine, even when times are tough
sail on by
Continue on your journey and don't let anything hold you back
Your time has come to shine
It's your time to shine and be happy
All your dreams are on their way
Everything you've ever wanted is coming to fruition
See how they shine
Your dreams are becoming a reality and you are shining
Oh if you need a friend
If you ever feel alone or need support
I'm sailing right behind
I'm right behind you, ready to support you through anything
I will ease your mind
I'll help you find peace and calmness during difficult times
Like a bridge over troubled water
I'll be a stable and supportive figure during times of hardship
I will ease you mind
I'll provide you with comfort and ease during times of anxiety and worry
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Simon
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