Mr.Children is one of the most popular bands in Japan. They made their major debut in 1992 with the release of their first album, "EVERYTHING", but it wasn't until one of their singles was used as a drama theme song, like their fourth single "Cross Road", that they started getting noticed. They got their big break in 1994 with the release of their fifth single, "innocent world", which made record sales and earned the Japan Record Award in 1994. Their fourth album, "Atomic Heart", which was released in the same year, is still their top selling album to date. Since then, all their singles have been number one hits in the Oricon charts like "Tomorrow never knows" and "Namonaki-uta", and many of them became million sellers, and they've produced other noteworthy albums.
In 1997, they took a long vacation, and came back to the Japanese music scene the next year with the single "Owari-naki-tabi."
Their sound is essentially a blend of light pop and classic rock. But due to the band's inclination to experiment with various music styles, their sound is constantly evolving. They have delved into various types of rock as well as jazz, blues, folk, country, and dance. Despite this constant change, however, their music has progressed successfully, proving them to be a versatile band that can last.
The main force behind the band is their singer and songwriter, Kazutoshi Sakurai, who composes almost all of their songs. The rest of the band include Kenichi Tahara on guitar, Keisuke Nakagawa on bass, and Hideya Suzuki (Jen) on drums and backing vocals. They also have supporting musicians on keyboards, guitar, brass instruments (trumpet and saxophone), and computer programming for their tours because they usually embellish their recordings.
It must be noted that a good part of what makes Mr.Children's songs unique is Sakurai's remarkable vocal ability. His vocal range is higher than the typical male range, and he sings with a noticeable Western style. Also, it is because he is influenced by the great classic rock artists of the '60s and '70s (in particular, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones) that the band's music usually has a classic rock feel. But being the vocalist of the band doesn't prevent him from sometimes sharing guitar solos with Tahara, or playing them by himself. He also plays the piano and harmonica proficiently.
Tahara and Nakagawa are the quietest members of the group, often choosing to remain in the background when the band appears on TV shows. Jen seems to be the most extroverted member who takes his top off onstage at any opportunity. He also always matches Sakurai's sense of humor. They are all very talented musicians who make vital contributions to the band.
On December 31, 2004, their song "Sign," was again awarded the Japan Record Award, ten years after the first.
Mr. Children has a long-time association with the Toys Factory record label.
かぞえうた
Mr.Children Lyrics
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さぁ なにをかぞえよう
なにもない くらいやみから
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと かぞえて
こころがさがしあてたのは あなたのうた
たとえるなら
ねぇ なんにたとえよう
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと わすれて
また ふりだしからはじめる きぼうのうた
わらえるかい
きっと わらえるよ
べつにむりなんかしなくても
ひとりふたり もうひとりと つられて
いつか いっしょにうたいたいな えがおのうた
僕らは思っていた以上に
脆くて 小さくて 弱い
でも風に揺れる稲穂のように
柔らかく たくましく 強い
そう信じて
かぞえうた
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
こごえそうな くらいうみから
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと かぞえて
あなたがさがしあてたのは きぼうのうた
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと ゆれてる
ともしびににた きえない きぼうのうた
The lyrics to Mr.Children's song "かぞえうた" (Counting Song) explore the power of music and its ability to bring comfort and hope in times of darkness and sadness. The singer invites the listener to count, to find solace in the act of counting. Whether it be in the silence and emptiness of the dark or in the overwhelming sadness, counting becomes a way to navigate through those feelings. The singer suggests that even if there is nothing to compare those emotions to, even if there are no words to describe the pain, counting can provide some sort of order and understanding.
The song emphasizes the idea of starting anew, of constantly beginning again, like a cycle. The act of counting is a way to reset, to find hope and keep moving forward. It is through counting that the singer finds your song, the song that resonates with his soul and brings him comfort. He compares it to a smile, something he wants to sing together with someone someday.
The lyrics also touch upon the vulnerability and fragility of human beings, recognizing that we are often weaker than we think. However, like the swaying ears of rice fields in the wind, the singer believes in our ability to be resilient and strong. It is a call to believe in ourselves and our capacity to endure and overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
Now, what shall we count?
なにもない くらいやみから
From the darkness where there is nothing
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと かぞえて
Counting one, two, and another
こころがさがしあてたのは あなたのうた
What my heart has found is your song
たとえるなら
If we were to compare
ねぇ なんにたとえよう
Hey, what should we compare it to?
こえもない かなしみなら
If it's voiceless sorrow
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと わすれて
Let's forget about counting one, two, and another
また ふりだしからはじめる きぼうのうた
Starting again from the beginning, the song of hope
わらえるかい
Can you laugh?
きっと わらえるよ
I'm sure you can laugh
べつにむりなんかしなくても
You don't have to force it
ひとりふたり もうひとりと つられて
Being swayed by one, two, and another person
いつか いっしょにうたいたいな えがおのうた
Someday, I want to sing together, a song of smiles
僕らは思っていた以上に
We are more than what we thought
脆くて 小さくて 弱い
Fragile, small, and weak
でも風に揺れる稲穂のように
But like rice swaying in the wind
柔らかく たくましく 強い
Soft, sturdy, and strong
そう信じて
Believe in that
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
Now, what shall we count?
こごえそうな くらいうみから
From the freezing dark sea
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと かぞえて
Counting one, two, and another
あなたがさがしあてたのは きぼうのうた
What you have found is the song of hope
ひとつふたつ もうひとつと ゆれてる
One, two, and another are swaying
ともしびににた きえない きぼうのうた
The unextinguishable song of hope lit by the light
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kazutoshi Sakurai
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
もってぃ。
作詞：桜井和寿
作曲：桜井和寿
かぞえうた
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
なにもない くらいやみから
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと かぞえて
こころがさがしあてたのは
あなたのうた
たとえるなら
ねぇ なんにたとえよう
こえもないかなしみなら
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと わすれて
また ふりだしからはじめる
きぼうのうた
わらえるかい
きっと わらえるよ
べつにむりなんかしなくても
ひとりふたり
もうひとりと つられて
いつか いっしょにうたいたいな
えがおのうた
僕らは思っていた以上に
脆くて 小さくて 弱い
でも風に揺れる稲穂のように
柔らかく たくましく 強い
そう信じて
かぞえうた
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
こごえそうな くらいうみから
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと かぞえて
あなたがさがしあてたのは
きぼうのうた
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと ゆれてる
ともしびににた
きえない きぼうのうた
モスバーガー
小さい頃はよく分かってなかったけど
改めて今聴くと良い歌すぎる
もってぃ。
作詞：桜井和寿
作曲：桜井和寿
かぞえうた
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
なにもない くらいやみから
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと かぞえて
こころがさがしあてたのは
あなたのうた
たとえるなら
ねぇ なんにたとえよう
こえもないかなしみなら
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと わすれて
また ふりだしからはじめる
きぼうのうた
わらえるかい
きっと わらえるよ
べつにむりなんかしなくても
ひとりふたり
もうひとりと つられて
いつか いっしょにうたいたいな
えがおのうた
僕らは思っていた以上に
脆くて 小さくて 弱い
でも風に揺れる稲穂のように
柔らかく たくましく 強い
そう信じて
かぞえうた
さぁ なにをかぞえよう
こごえそうな くらいうみから
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと かぞえて
あなたがさがしあてたのは
きぼうのうた
ひとつふたつ
もうひとつと ゆれてる
ともしびににた
きえない きぼうのうた
まゆみでこ
ありがとう(*^^*)感謝✨
なおちゃん
ありがとうございます( ´;ﾟ;∀;ﾟ;)
しょうご
ありがとうございます😊
New Ore
ラスサビ前の間奏が超好き
全面幸福
今回のこの5曲の組み合わせ…強すぎぃぃぃぃぃ
ロイヤル・ストレート・フラッシュ級
過去の思い出が蘇るやつばっか 笑
テスト
震災日の03:11で転調するの本当に鳥肌たつ
伝説のシュガーコーン
@照美亜風炉 YouTubeって動画＋1秒されるんやで
照美亜風炉
3:12じゃない？