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.
口笛
Mr.Children Lyrics
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凸凹のまま膨らんだ君への想いは この胸のほころびから顔を出した
口笛を遠く 永遠に祈る様に遠く 響かせるよ
言葉より確かなものに ほら 届きそうな気がしてんだ
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
無造作にさげた鞄にタネが詰まっていて 手品の様 ひねた僕を笑わせるよ
形あるものは次第に姿を消すけれど 君がくれた この温もりは消せないさ
いつもは素通りしてたベンチに座り 見渡せば
よどんだ街の景色さえ ごらん 愛しさ満ちてる
ああ 雨上がりの遠くの空に虹が架かったなら
戸惑いや 不安など 簡単に吹き飛ばせそうなのに
乾いた風に口笛は 澄み渡ってゆく
まるで世界中を優しく包み込むように
子供の頃に 夢中で探してたものが
ほら 今 目の前で手を広げている
恐がらないで 踏み出しておいで
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
そしてどんな場面も二人で笑いながら
優しく響くあの口笛のように
The lyrics of Mr.Children's song 口笛 (Kuchibue or Whistle) describe two misaligned shadows swaying in the northern wind, as the singer's love for someone grows uncontrollably in his heart. He likens his desire to whistle blown far away, echoing into eternity, hoping that it will reach its intended audience. Rather than relying on mere words, he feels that his feelings could reach the other person as they seem more palpable than anything he could say.
The song progresses into a romantic narrative, showing how the singer and his love interest are constantly connected, longing always to be beside one another. Regardless of their surroundings, they both feel that the other's presence renews and revitalizes them completely. As they walk together, slowly but surely, their affection creates warmth that cannot be erased, despite the various challenges they may face. In the end, the singer compares his love to a gentle whistle that envelops the whole world, much like the way they protect and comfort each other.
Line by Line Meaning
頼り無く二つ並んだ不揃いの影が 北風に揺れながら延びてゆく
Two uneven shadows standing without support sway in the northern wind as they gradually stretch away.
凸凹のまま膨らんだ君への想いは この胸のほころびから顔を出した
The feelings that have grown unevenly remain just as bumpy as they emerge from a crevice in my chest directed towards you.
口笛を遠く 永遠に祈る様に遠く 響かせるよ
Whistling into the distance, sending it far, echoing forever like a prayer.
言葉より確かなものに ほら 届きそうな気がしてんだ
I feel like I can communicate more clearly through a certain something, rather than just with words.
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
Now, let's hold hands so that our present never breaks apart.
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
With your scent, your body, with everything about you, I come to life.
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
Walking the furrows home after picking dreams, as if standing still.
そしてどんな場面も二人なら笑えますように
And so, I hope that no matter the situation, as long as we're together, we can laugh.
無造作にさげた鞄にタネが詰まっていて 手品の様 ひねた僕を笑わせるよ
Seeds are stuffed in my bag that I carelessly slung over my shoulder; it makes you laugh the way I twist them like magic.
形あるものは次第に姿を消すけれど 君がくれた この温もりは消せないさ
Even tangible things will gradually disappear, but the warmth you gave me can never be erased.
いつもは素通りしてたベンチに座り 見渡せば よどんだ街の景色さえ ごらん 愛しさ満ちてる
Sitting on a bench I usually pass by, looking around, even the stagnant town scenery is overflowing with love.
ああ 雨上がりの遠くの空に虹が架かったなら
Oh, if only a rainbow arched across the faraway sky after the rain stopped.
戸惑いや 不安など 簡単に吹き飛ばせそうなのに
It seems like one could easily blow away confusion and anxiety, and the like.
乾いた風に口笛は 澄み渡ってゆく
The whistling carried by the dry wind becomes crystal clear.
まるで世界中を優しく包み込むように
As though covering the whole world with a gentle embrace.
子供の頃に 夢中で探してたものが
The things we were desperately searching for when we were children
ほら 今 目の前で手を広げている
are now right in front of us, see? We just have to reach out.
恐がらないで 踏み出しておいで
Don't be afraid, go ahead and step forward.
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
Now, let's hold hands so that our present never breaks apart.
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
With your scent, your body, with everything about you, I come to life.
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
Walking the furrows home after picking dreams, as if standing still.
そしてどんな場面も二人で笑いながら
And so, we'll laugh together in whatever situation we face,
優しく響くあの口笛のように
just like that gentle whistling sound echoing around us.
Contributed by Nathan V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
morie morie
頼り無く二つ並んだ不揃いの影が
北風に揺れながら延びてく
凸凹のまま膨らんだ君への想いは
この胸のほころびから顔を出した
口笛を遠く 永遠に祈る様に遠く 響かせるよ
言葉より確かなものに ほら 届きそうな気がしてんだ
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
そしてどんな場面も二人なら笑えますように
無造作にさげた鞄にタネが詰まっていて
手品の様 ひねた僕を笑わせるよ
形あるものは次第に姿を消すけれど
君がくれた この温もりは消せないさ
いつもは素通りしてたベンチに座り 見渡せば
よどんだ街の景色さえ ごらん 愛しさに満ちてる
ああ 雨上がりの遠くの空に虹が架かったなら
戸惑いや 不安など 簡単に吹き飛ばせそうなのに
乾いた風に口笛は 澄み渡ってゆく
まるで世界中を優しく包み込むように
子供の頃に
夢中で探してたものが
ほら 今 目の前で手を広げている
怖がらないで踏み出しておいで
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
そしてどんな場面も二人で笑いながら
優しく響くあの口笛のように
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歌:Mr.Children
作詞:桜井和寿
作曲:桜井和寿
頼り無く二つ並んだ不揃いの影が
北風に揺れながら延びてく
凸凹のまま膨らんだ君への想いは
この胸のほころびから顔を出した
口笛を遠く 永遠に祈る様に遠く 響かせるよ
言葉より確かなものに ほら 届きそうな気がしてんだ
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
そしてどんな場面も二人なら笑えますように
無造作にさげた鞄にタネが詰まっていて
手品の様 ひねた僕を笑わせるよ
形あるものは次第に姿を消すけれど
君がくれた この温もりは消せないさ
いつもは素通りしてたベンチに座り 見渡せば
よどんだ街の景色さえ ごらん 愛しさに満ちてる
ああ 雨上がりの遠くの空に虹が架かったなら
戸惑いや 不安など 簡単に吹き飛ばせそうなのに
乾いた風に口笛は 澄み渡ってゆく
まるで世界中を優しく包み込むように
子供の頃に
夢中で探してたものが
ほら 今 目の前で手を広げている
怖がらないで踏み出しておいで
さあ 手を繋いで 僕らの現在が途切れない様に
その香り その身体 その全てで僕は生き返る
夢を摘むんで帰る畦道 立ち止まったまま
そしてどんな場面も二人で笑いながら
優しく響くあの口笛のように
ciru aa
20年前の曲なんだよな…
色褪せないって本当凄いよ。
#片岡玉子 【準非公式】
さすがですわ
ciru aa
صلى Ԃߴɾதɾখ الله عليه وسلم 実際20年前の曲とかほとんど色褪せてるからね。でも名曲は色褪せない。
#片岡玉子 【準非公式】
صلى Ԃߴɾதɾখ الله عليه وسلم
やっぱり、人気の曲は色褪せないんですねぇ〜
#片岡玉子 【準非公式】
صلى Ԃߴɾதɾখ الله عليه وسلم
❌人気の「JPOP」ソングの作り方
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って事ね… 間違いごめんちょ
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山下達郎の30年前の歌も全く色褪せてなくて凄い。今のアーティストが参考にしてるくらいだもんな。
昌喜 高橋
歌詞の表現力がもの凄い
にょんにょこ
口笛聞きながら外で秋風を感じるのがたまらなく好き
777 ken
素敵
毎日のんきに🌿
めちゃくちゃ分かります🍂
少し涼しくなってき秋風に当たりながら聞くとじんわりきますよね☺️