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.
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Mr.Children Lyrics
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君はまだ深い海の底で静かに生きてるの?
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君はまだ七色に光る海を渡る夢見るの?
ある人は言う 君は滅びたのだと
ある人は言う 根拠もなく生きてると
とは言え君が この現代に渦巻く
それがなんだって言うのか
何の意味も 何の価値もないさ
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君はまだ深い海の底で静かに生きてるの?
シーラカンス
君はまだ七色に光る海を渡る夢見るの?
ある人は言う 君は滅びたのだと
ある人は言う 根拠もなく生きてると
どうしたら僕ら 答えを見つけだせるの
どんな未来を目指すも 何処に骨を埋めるも
選択肢はいくつだってある
言うなれば自由
そして僕は微かに左脳の片隅で君を待ってる
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僕の心の中に
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君が確かに住んでいたような気さえもする
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ときたま僕は僕の
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愛する人の中に君を探したりしてる
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君を見つけだせたりする
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In Mr.Children's song "シーラカンス" (Coelacanth), the lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and reflection about the existence and purpose of life. The song addresses the coelacanth, a prehistoric fish that was once thought to be extinct but was discovered alive in the deep sea. The lyrics ask if the coelacanth is still living quietly at the bottom of the deep sea, and if it still dreams of crossing the colorful ocean.
The song also touches upon different perspectives on existence. Some say the coelacanth has perished, while others claim it continues to exist without any evidence. However, regardless of whether the coelacanth swam through the modern sea of technology and information, the lyrics suggest that it doesn't matter. The song implies that there is no inherent meaning or value in life, no matter what one achieves or experiences.
Throughout the song, the coelacanth becomes a metaphor for searching for answers and meaning in life. The lyrics ask how we can find the answers we seek and what future we should aim for. The choices are endless, and the freedom to choose is emphasized. Meanwhile, the singer suggests that they are waiting for the coelacanth in the corner of their brain, symbolizing the longing for something meaningful or someone they cherish.
Line by Line Meaning
シーラカンス
Coelacanth
君はまだ深い海の底で静かに生きてるの?
Are you still quietly living at the bottom of the deep sea?
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Coelacanth
君はまだ七色に光る海を渡る夢見るの?
Are you still dreaming of crossing the ocean that shines in seven colors?
ある人は言う 君は滅びたのだと
Some people say that you have perished
ある人は言う 根拠もなく生きてると
Some people say that you are living without any basis
とは言え君が この現代に渦巻く
But even if you were swimming in the sea of megs and bits that swirl in this modern age
メガやビットの海を泳いでいたとしてもだ
Even if you were swimming in the sea of megs and bits
それがなんだって言うのか
What does that even mean?
何の意味も 何の価値もないさ
It has no meaning, no value at all
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Coelacanth
君はまだ深い海の底で静かに生きてるの?
Are you still quietly living at the bottom of the deep sea?
シーラカンス
Coelacanth
君はまだ七色に光る海を渡る夢見るの?
Are you still dreaming of crossing the ocean that shines in seven colors?
ある人は言う 君は滅びたのだと
Some people say that you have perished
ある人は言う 根拠もなく生きてると
Some people say that you are living without any basis
どうしたら僕ら 答えを見つけだせるの
How can we find the answer?
どんな未来を目指すも 何処に骨を埋めるも
No matter what future we aim for or where we bury our bones
選択肢はいくつだってある
There are countless choices
言うなれば自由
So to speak, it's freedom
そして僕は微かに左脳の片隅で君を待ってる
And I am waiting for you faintly in the corner of my left brain
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Coelacanth
僕の心の中に
In my heart
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君が確かに住んでいたような気さえもする
I even feel like you used to live there for sure
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ときたま僕は僕の
Sometimes I
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愛する人の中に君を探したりしてる
Search for you within the people I love
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君を見つけだせたりする
I might be able to find you
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Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kazutoshi Sakurai
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
考隆 杉山
Diveからのシーラカンスは歴代のアルバム史上No.1ですよね
しかもそこからの深海の流れは完璧でしかない
ここだけを観に行くでもチケット代以上の価値があった
坂本恭平
病んでた深海期の曲から
まるでその時を振り返るような曲
の「I」への繋ぎが素晴らしい..!
アルファルファもやし
SENSEツアーは神だったなぁ
考隆 杉山
この流れはマジ神
ひささん
何が起きても変じゃない、そんな時代さ覚悟はできてる。今の時代を予見してたような歌詞、素晴らしい！
ALPHA
どの時代でも言われてることだわ。
まごころ7
ホント〜ですね！😣
覚悟は出来てます！！
精一杯に生き抜きます😔😥💦
名もなきウタ
曲の並びが良すぎる
みわ
同じく。
es〜シーラカンス〜深海〜Iの病みすぎてる曲順大好き。
a a
シーラカンスが1番好きだから嬉しい