The band's first big hit was the single Around The World, the theme song of the TV drama Saiyuuki-Journey to the West. In 2007 they worked on a number of collaborations with other J-pop artists, including hip-hop duo m-flo ("Picture Perfect"), SEAMO ("卒業、そして未来へ。") and the 吉田兄弟 ("Change").
The album 空はまるで (Sora wa Maru de), was released July 25, 2007. 空はまるで is MONKEY MAJIK's fourth original full-length album. The first press of the album includes two bonus tracks from the MONKEY MAJIK × MONKEY MAGIC single. The song 空はまるで was used as the Yokohama Type image song and became the first song in Japanese History to reach #1 on USEN Request Chart before being released.
On September 2008, they released another album, TIME and the album opened its first week at #2 on the Oricon Chart. They also made a collaboration with 土屋アンナ for the song GINGER that was featured in her album, NUDY SHOW! and was used for the Asahi Ginger Draft commercial song.
In 2009 they released two singles: アイシテル and 虹色の魚 / Open Happiness / MONSTER. Early 2010 they released the single SAKURA and a new compilation titled MONKEY MAJIK BEST ～10Years & Forever～ containing songs from thank you to the newest single. The compilation also contains a song titled Fast Forward which was used as the opening theme for the anime Nurarihyon no Mago.
Later 2010, they announced the 6th album and a brand new single. The new single titled ぬらりひょんの孫 オープニングテーマ EP contains the tracks Sunshine and Fast Forward, both used as opening themes for Nurarihyon no Mago and the single was released November 24, 2010. The album, titled westview was released in February 2, 2011. They released a compilation album titled RARE TRACKS in March 2, 2011, containing b-sides from singles and random songs used to movies and animes.
The band took a break after the Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami, and in October 26 they released their 15th single: Headlight, followed by the 16th single in early 2012, HERO. In March 7 the band released their 7th original album: Somewhere Out There.
Amazing
MONKEY MAJIK Lyrics
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I feel so amazing
I might just be crazy
But I know you′re listening
My life is that moment
To blow your mind
And you know that I'll beat you every time
That I was gonna leave tonight
Leaving on a midnight flight
And I′m not coming back 'till I find myself
Now don't you cry Mama
I know you′re proud of me
You wait and see
′Cause I'm just gonna change the world
And maybe find the perfect girl for me
Oh my gosh
Life is so good
I got no cash
But I sure wish I did
Up and down
I try to live my life like a dream
If you want it get it right now
Here′s to you and a toast to me
For the good times
For the bad times
I will dry up the rain
Amazing
I feel so amazing
I might just be crazy
But I know you're listening
My life is that moment
To blow your mind
And you know that I′ll beat you every time
寝ても覚めても立ちはだかる避けられない世の常
今日はどんな壁
We can try, we can try, we can try
But nobody breaks me
慌てず休み休み
心も体もほぐれた
覚悟はいい
Oh my gosh
Life is so good
君の声が僕の目となって
Up and down
I try to live my life like a dream
驚くほどの壁だって
Here's to you and a toast to me
難しけりゃ難しいほど面白いね
Amazing
I feel so amazing
I might just be crazy
But I know you′re listening
My life is that moment
To blow your mind
And you know that I'll beat you every time
Remember we can trust in each other
Just keep reaching out for that hand
It's up to you to make the decision
So long lives this and this gives life to thee
僕らならできるでしょ
大切なことって
The good times and bad times
Amazing
I feel so amazing
I might just be crazy
But I know you′re listening
My life is that moment
To blow your mind
And you know that I′ll beat you every time
Amazing
I feel so amazing
I might just be crazy
But I know you're listening
My life is that moment
To blow your mind
And you know that I′ll beat
Yes I will beat
Yes I will beat you every time
The song "Amazing" by MONKEY MAJIK is a musical expression of the feeling of experiencing life as amazing. The song communicates a message of hope and optimism about the future with a confident tone that the artist is on the right path towards achieving his dreams. The lyrics begin by affirming the idea that the singer feels amazing, and that they are not afraid of being considered crazy because they know that someone is listening to their story.
The song then progresses into a story of adventure as the singer tells their mother that they are leaving on a journey to find themselves and change the world. Despite the uncertain nature of their journey, they express confidence that they will come out successful, having faith in their abilities to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer acknowledging that life has both good and bad moments, and that they will be there to "dry up the rain" during the hard times.
Overall, "Amazing" is a message of hope and self-belief, encouraging the listener to pursue their dreams and remain optimistic in the face of adversity. It's a message that life can be amazing if one has the faith and courage to pursue their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel so amazing
I feel incredible and happy
I might just be crazy
It's possible that others may think I'm crazy for feeling this way
But I know you're listening
I believe someone is listening and paying attention to me
My life is that moment
This moment in life is meaningful and significant to me
To blow your mind
To impress and impress others
And you know that I'll beat you every time
I am confident in my abilities and will come out on top
I tell my Mama
I inform my mother
That I was gonna leave tonight
I am planning on leaving tonight
Leaving on a midnight flight
I am leaving on a flight in the middle of the night
And I'm not coming back 'till I find myself
I will not return until I have discovered my true self
Now don't you cry Mama
Please don't be sad, Mom
I know you're proud of me
I am aware that you are proud of me
You wait and see
You will find out in time
'Cause I'm just gonna change the world
I have aspirations to change the world
And maybe find the perfect girl for me
Perhaps love will also find me along the way
Life is so good
Life is amazing and enjoyable
I got no cash
I currently have no money
But I sure wish I did
However, I do wish I had some
If you want it get it right now
If you desire something, act on it immediately
Here's to you and a toast to me
A toast to both you and me
For the good times
Cheers to the enjoyable moments
For the bad times
And cheers to the challenging moments as well
I will dry up the rain
I will find a way to overcome adversity
寝ても覚めても立ちはだかる避けられない世の常
The unavoidable obstacles that arise in life
今日はどんな壁
What kind of barrier will I face today?
We can try, we can try, we can try
We can make an effort, repeatedly
But nobody breaks me
But I am resilient and will not be defeated
慌てず休み休み
Take it easy and rest as needed
心も体もほぐれた
Both my mind and body feel at ease
覚悟はいい
I am ready
君の声が僕の目となって
Your voice is my guiding light
驚くほどの壁だって
Even the most astonishing obstacles
難しけりゃ難しいほど面白いね
The more challenging something is, the more interesting it becomes
Remember we can trust in each other
We can rely on each other
Just keep reaching out for that hand
Just continue to seek support when needed
It's up to you to make the decision
You are the one to make the final call
So long lives this and this gives life to thee
This moment will live on, and it gives us life
僕らならできるでしょ
We can do it
大切なことって
The important things in life
The good times and bad times
Both the happy and challenging moments
Yes I will beat
I will succeed and prevail
Writer(s): ｔａｘ, ｂｌａｉｓｅ ｐｌａｎｔ, ｍａｙｎａｒｄ
Contributed by William J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.