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
Island Of Life
Kitaro Lyrics
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She understands
She helps
With all of my fears
When we stand together for life
Who will hold a child
In her arms
So many friends
Who seek to live this world
When we stand together for life
She will hold a child
In her arms
Without woman
Earth would fade and die
Without woman
Who am I
Who am I
On this Island of Faith
Who am I
On this Island of Life
You are the Sea
You are the Sky
You are the Ocean
I am the Earth
I am the Island of your Love
She listens
She understands
For those searching for truth
We will stand together for life
We will hold a child
In our arms
Without woman
Earth would fade and die
Without woman
Who am I
Who am I
On this Island of Faith
Who am I
On this Island of Life
You are the Sea
You are the Sky
You are the Ocean
I am the Earth
I am the Island of your Love
She sees me
She understands
She helps
With all of my fears
When we stand together for life
She will hold a child
In her arms
Without woman
Earth would fade and die
Without woman
Who am I
Who am I
On this Island of Faith
Who am I
On this Island of Life
You are the Sea
You are the Sky
You are the Ocean
I am the Earth
I am the Island of your Love
You are the Sea
You are the Sky
You are the Ocean
I am the Earth
I am the Island of your Love
Dreams are the understanding of life
Dreams are the understanding of love
The song “Island of Life” by Kitaro is a beautiful tribute to the women in our lives who offer us guidance, love and support. The song speaks of a woman who understands the struggles of life and helps the person overcome them, holding them in their arms. The lyrics talk about standing together for life, and holding a child in her arms. The song acknowledges the importance of women, who without the earth would fade and die.
The lyrics of the song show that womanhood is not just about biological functions, but how it completes the aspect of life by holding and nurturing it. The island of Faith, the Island of life is nothing without the presence of women – the sea, the sky, the ocean, and the Earth. The song goes on to say that dreams are the understanding of life, and the understanding of love, and it is through the guidance of women that we are able to better understand our dreams and our place in the world.
The song is a reminder that we need to appreciate the women in our lives that help us understand life and love. With their guidance and love, we are able to achieve our dreams and find our place in this world. It is through their nurturing spirit that we can raise the future generation and create a better world for all.
Line by Line Meaning
She sees me
Kitaro recognizes the presence of a woman who is aware of him.
She understands
The woman gets Kitaro, his nature, mood or feelings, or at least she pretends to understand him.
She helps
Kitaro appreciates the support that the woman gives him.
With all of my fears
The woman helps Kitaro deal with his anxieties and worries.
When we stand together for life
Kitaro refers to his companionship with the woman during their lifetime.
Who will hold a child
Kitaro wonders who will serve as a mother for his offspring.
In her arms
Kitaro envisions the child secure in the woman's embrace.
She reaches out
The woman extends her hand to help those around her.
So many friends
The woman has many acquaintances or loved ones.
Who seek to live this world
Her friends aspire to exist in this world at the fullest.
Without woman
Women are a critical component of life on Earth.
Earth would fade and die
Kitaro suggests that barren and lifeless land will result without the presence of women.
Who am I
Kitaro is meditating on his existence and identity.
On this Island of Faith
The woman represents a sanctuary guided by faith and righteousness.
On this Island of Life
The world is full of life and hope because of women.
You are the Sea
The woman is associated with the vastness and majesty of the ocean.
You are the Sky
The woman is compared to the endless sky.
You are the Ocean
The woman's characteristics emulate the essence of the ocean.
I am the Earth
Kitaro illustrates himself as an entity formed from the same source as the woman.
I am the Island of your Love
The woman's affection nurtures Kitaro like an island providing refuge.
For those searching for truth
The woman listens and comprehends those who seek knowledge and understanding.
We will stand together for life
The woman and Kitaro will hold ground and fight for existence side by side.
Dreams are the understanding of life
Kitaro believes that comprehension of the meaning of existence comes through dreams.
Dreams are the understanding of love
The feeling of love can be apprehended through the reality of the dream world.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, KITARO
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K. B.
Melhor álbum de toda uma época... eu amo! Representou uma época muito importante da minha vida e ainda me remete a lembranças boas e não tão boas assim. Kitaro, o melhor!
pryzmat
Thank you .... Beautiful !