His real name is Masanori Takahashi (Kitarō is a stage name that means "happy"). He was born in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture, Japan and is a graduate of Toyohashi Commercial High School. After graduating, Kitaro moved to Tokyo to experience and become a part of the music scene, and it was there that he discovered the synthesizer. His first synthesizer was analog, and he recalls having “just loved the analog sound that it made compared to today's digital sound”.
His parents were first opposed to the idea of their son having a musical career. In an effort to maneuver him towards their vision, they made arrangements for him to take a job at a local company. In return, he left home without telling them. He supported himself by taking on several part time jobs such as cooking and civil service work, while composing songs at night.
In the early 1970s, he changed completely to keyboards. He joined the Japanese music group Far East Family Band which was formed in 1965, and toured with them around the world. While in Europe, he met the German electronica and former Tangerine Dream member Klaus Schulze. Schulze produced two albums for the band and gave Kitaro some tips for controlling synthesizers. In 1976, Kitaro left Far East Family Band and travelled through Asia (China, Laos, Thailand, India)
Universally acknowledged as the founding architect of new age music, Kitaro has achieved global acclaim over a more than three decade long career with a signature sound and a pioneering fusion of cultures, techniques and spheres of consciousness.
As a Grammy and Golden Globe Award-winning artist, this incredibly prolific composer and performer has continued his reign in the international spotlight and at the forefront of musical innovation ever since his critically acclaimed soundtrack to the Japanese NHK documentary, Silk Road.
Most fundamentally, at its heart, Kitaro's music is always about sending a profound message of peace that has inspired countless fans from around the globe. Kitaro's latest album release, "Sacred Journey Of Ku-Kai Volume 4" was nominated at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards, his 14th career nomination to date.
Official website: http://www.domomusicgroup.com/kitaro/index.php
Caravan Sary
Kitaro Lyrics
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setting out find our dreams
lost in memories
of golden days
sometime rising in the spring
glowing shining game the sun
golden days means
come to till return
try to find forever the dream
try to find forever the way
My way
Caravan journey in the sky
As the sun comes out
From the day
Caravan we know
Who we are
We discover
Where we went
Oh ohh caravan
There we find the love
Love shimmering
And soon our love
Is trough
Come with me
And take my hand
Memories of
Past unfold
And with I lived
Them once again
From my fading
Heart my hand
Feel my walk
In love with him
And I wander when
The spring will come
Do we ever really
Know for sure
Will we travel
On and on
Someday we'll be
Standing up
From today
Caravan journey in the sky
As the sun comes out
From the day
Caravan we know
Who we are
We discover BIS
Where we went
Yeah caravan
There we find the love
Love shimmering
And soon our love
Is trough
The lyrics of KITARO's song "Caravan Sary" tell the story of a group of people setting out to find their dreams, lost in memories of golden days. The constant mention of "golden days" suggests that the characters are reminiscing about a time when things were better or easier. They are trying hard to find their way and their forever dream. The line "those who know the fire burn" may imply that they are aware of the pain and struggle they need to endure on their journey to achieve their dreams, but they are willing to take the risk. The chorus talks about a "caravan journey in the sky" where they discover who they are and where they went while finding love that is soon to end. The last stanza reveals the desire to relive the past once again. They wonder when the spring will come, suggesting that they hope for better times in the future. The message of the song is about embracing the journey, cherishing the memories from the past, facing struggles head-on, and finding love along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Once a long long time ago
Referring to a distant past when the journey began.
setting out find our dreams
The purpose of the journey, a search for dreams.
lost in memories
Overwhelmed with memories of the past.
of golden days
Reminiscing about the happy times of the past that are associated with gold.
sometime rising in the spring
Occasionally lifted up in spirit during the season of spring.
glowing shining game the sun
The sun shines so bright that it looks like it's playing a game with us.
golden days means
The meaning of the golden days is revealed through the journey.
come to till return
The cycle of life, from coming to going.
those who know the fire burn
People who have experienced hardships and know the pain of suffering.
try to find forever the dream
Endeavoring to find the dream that lasts permanently.
try to find forever the way
Searching for the path that leads to everlasting happiness.
My way
The journey is unique to each individual and guides them towards their own personal path.
Caravan journey in the sky
The journey resembles a caravan that travels through the vast sky.
As the sun comes out
Beginning a new day with the rising of the sun.
From the day
Starting from today.
Caravan we know
We have a clear understanding of what the caravan represents.
Who we are
The journey defines who we are and shapes our identity.
We discover
The journey reveals new things to us and helps us make discoveries.
Where we went
Reflecting on the path that was traveled to reach our destination.
Oh ohh caravan
Expressing excitement and joy for the journey ahead.
There we find the love
Discovering love and feeling its strong presence during the journey.
Love shimmering
The love that is found is sparkling, radiant and beautiful.
And soon our love
The love that is discovered during the journey will soon be realized.
Is trough
The love has reached its destination and is complete.
Come with me
Inviting someone to join the journey.
And take my hand
Extending a friendly hand and camaraderie towards fellow travelers.
Memories of
Looking back at fond memories of the journey.
Past unfold
Revisiting the past and reliving old memories as they unfold.
And with I lived
Recalling the moments of the journey that were lived together.
Them once again
Remembering those moments once again.
From my fading
As I begin to forget over time,
Heart my hand
My memories are held in my heart and soul.
Feel my walk
Reliving the footsteps of the journey that were walked before.
In love with him
Feeling a deep love for the journey and everything it has brought me.
And I wander when
Pondering and wondering when.
The spring will come
Anticipating the return of the season of spring and its associated positive emotions.
Do we ever really
Questioning if we truly understand and know.
Know for sure
Being certain about something without any doubts.
Will we travel
Wondering if we will continue to travel and explore new things.
On and on
Continuing the journey without stopping, never-ending.
Someday we'll be
Believing that someday, somehow.
Standing up
Rising up and standing tall.
Caravan journey in the sky
The caravan journeys through the vast and expansive sky.
As the sun comes out
The sun rises and illuminates a new day, bringing new opportunities.
From the day
Starting fresh and anew from this day forward.
Caravan we know
The caravan is a familiar and constant companion in the journey.
Who we are
The journey shapes our identity and defines who we are.
We discover BIS
During the journey we discover new things, things that surprise and excite us.
Where we went
Reflecting on the places we've been and the experiences that were lived.
Yeah caravan
Expressing joy and enthusiasm for the journey ahead.
There we find the love
Discovering the strong presence of love and the positive emotions that it brings.
Love shimmering
The love that is found is radiant, bright, and brilliant.
And soon our love
It is suggested that love will be realized in the not too distant future.
Is trough
Indicating that the love has reached its destination and has been completed.
Writer(s): Masanori Takahashi
Contributed by Tristan R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Domicka
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@AnnaAnna-td7ef
Monsieur Kitaro.
C.est magnifique.
Quel artiste et talent musical et représentations.
Toujours des œuvres d art musicaux.
Je vous mets 20 sur 20.
Un plaisir pour les oreilles et les sens d entente tout ces sons tellement vibratoires.
Bravo l.artiste que vous êtes.
😊❤🥰😍🤩😇😘🙏
@alfis82
Inilah seniman sejati..bisa menghanyutkan perasaan melalui musik.. the best, the one and only..
@puteradanyshdanny5527
Tepat sekali....👍👍👍❣️❣️❣️
@farid3888
Mantab
@jemmkremm8589
Vutullll kaa!!??
@ellalela7902
Dari pertama dengar ni sampai sekarang gak pernah bosan..instrumen ni benar2 buat rilex hati dan pikiran..best kitaro tak lekang oleh waktu .love u 👍👍
@user-oc4nx3iu1k
Согласна. Только сейчас услышала, в восторге!!!
@biancalauria9394
❤❤🎉
@biancalauria9394
Kitaro ! Está música 🎶 ouço a 30 anos e sempre , pura emoção 😢❤
@8nancyhernandezcottos561
Gracias Kitaro❤ traes paz a mi corazón .
@user-gt6xh3ey2r
Apa judul instrument ini bang. Pernah jg aq dengar di tahun 94.naru dengar lagi...... ❤