Their music is a blend of vintage synths, post-punk riffs, heavy beats, and half Japanese, half English Lyrics.
Both cold and passionate, both stoical and decadent, both futuristic and nostalgic, their debut album is a fitting soundtrack to the manic intensity of Tokyo City.
Drummer Greg Saunier from Deerhoof and bassist Ichiro Yoshida from Zazen Boys also make ripping guest appearances on the record.
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KIMONOS
Kimonos Lyrics
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Piano, piano, bambina cara mia, carina
Come va, comment ça va va bene, bambina?
Let me, let me, let me cry senza te, carina
Come va, comment ça va mi piace bambina
Let me, let me, let me go senza te, carina
I'm sorry, I love you i'm sweet Kimono
Ti piace il vino mia vitamino?
Come va, comment ça va
Don't cry, Mona Lisa i'm sweet Kimono
Piano, piano, bambina cara mia, carina
In Kimonos's song "KIMONOS," the lyrics present a mix of languages and phrases that create a playful and catchy atmosphere. At first glance, the lyrics may appear fragmented and unrelated, but upon closer examination, there are underlying themes of love, sadness, and longing.
The refrain, "Don't cry, Mona Lisa, I'm sweet Kimono," suggests a comforting tone towards someone named Mona Lisa. The name Mona Lisa is symbolic, representing a mysterious and enigmatic person who may be hiding their true emotions. The artist reassures Mona Lisa not to cry, emphasizing their own sweet and caring nature as Kimono.
"Piano, piano, bambina cara mia, carina" translates to "Slowly, slowly, my dear girl, cute" in English. The repetition of "piano" reinforces the notion of taking things slowly, perhaps in the context of relationships or personal growth. The artist seems to be addressing a loved one affectionately, urging them to proceed with caution and care.
The lines "Let me cry senza te, carina" and "let me go senza te, carina" express a feeling of sadness and the desire to be free from someone or something. The phrase "senza te" means "without you" in Italian, indicating a yearning for solitude or independence. Despite this longing, the artist still values the person addressed as "carina" (cute) and shows conflicted emotions.
In the bridge of the song, the artist apologizes and declares their love, referring to themselves as "sweet Kimono." This self-identification may indicate a desire for acceptance and connection. The line "Ti piace il vino mia vitamino?" translates to "Do you like the wine, my little life?" This metaphorical question suggests the artist's desire to know if they can bring joy and pleasure to someone's life like wine does.
Overall, the lyrics of "KIMONOS" weave together fragments of different languages and phrases to convey a mix of emotions – from comfort and affection to sadness and longing. The usage of multiple languages adds a whimsical and unconventional touch to the song, leaving room for personal interpretation and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't cry, Mona Lisa i'm sweet Kimono
Please do not shed tears, Mona Lisa, for I, sweet Kimono, am here to comfort you
Piano, piano, bambina cara mia, carina
Slowly, slowly, my dear child, my darling
Come va, comment ça va va bene, bambina?
How are you doing, how is it going? Is everything fine, little girl?
Let me, let me, let me cry senza te, carina
Allow me, allow me, allow me to cry without you, my dear
Come va, comment ça va mi piace bambina
How are you doing, how is it going? I like you, little girl
Let me, let me, let me go senza te, carina
Allow me, allow me, allow me to go without you, my dear
I'm sorry, I love you i'm sweet Kimono
I apologize, I love you, I am sweet Kimono
Ti piace il vino mia vitamino?
Do you like wine, my little life?
Come va, comment ça va
How are you doing, how is it going?
Don't cry, Mona Lisa i'm sweet Kimono
Please do not shed tears, Mona Lisa, for I, sweet Kimono, am here to comfort you
Piano, piano, bambina cara mia, carina
Slowly, slowly, my dear child, my darling
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Zam Ani Zainuddin
The walk back home begins when
you're far away off course
It doesn't seem to matter where you've been
when you've got remorse
But every move you make and
especially all you've faked
It's all burnt by the sun onto your back
You touch softly yet entangled in contract
And you say you're almost human
But that's too easy That's too easy to say
A bird is free, they say, and
the world's just one more cage
The sage just smiles and stares all the time at
the monster's rage
It's carbon, pure and simple
and droplets that make ripples
A long and dark December
But hold onto your head Temper, temper
And you say you're almost human
But that's too easy That's too easy to say
Zam Ani Zainuddin
The walk back home begins when
you're far away off course
It doesn't seem to matter where you've been
when you've got remorse
But every move you make and
especially all you've faked
It's all burnt by the sun onto your back
You touch softly yet entangled in contract
And you say you're almost human
But that's too easy That's too easy to say
A bird is free, they say, and
the world's just one more cage
The sage just smiles and stares all the time at
the monster's rage
It's carbon, pure and simple
and droplets that make ripples
A long and dark December
But hold onto your head Temper, temper
And you say you're almost human
But that's too easy That's too easy to say
satya
thanks
1boynumber
曲もPVも美しすぎる
33歳
Great song! I look forward to the album.
Hideout
Bassline is pure awesomeness.
mo9546ock
もっと評価されるべき
YanZZah
Nicely done. Pleasure listening something quite extraordinary
japrar
This is fantastic!
0520508
唐突に一郎が出てきた瞬間は 吹き出しそうになってしまいましたが(笑)、 全体を覆うこのアーバンな雰囲気と、 この向井特有?とでも言うべき 「女」という性の見せ方みたいなものが相まって メチャクチャカッコいいですね。 アルバム、期待大です。
Lodey
I disagree, this song wouldn't be nearly as good with the lovely vocal harmony during the chorus. This song has great lyrics, too.