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.
Dakishimetai
Mr.Children Lyrics
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霧雨けむる 静かな夜
目を閉じれば 浮かんでくる あの日のままの二人
人波で溢れた 街のショーウィンドウ
見とれた君が ふいに
つまずいた その時
受け止めた両手の ぬくもりが今でも
想いが こぼれてしまう前に
二人だけの 夢を胸に
歩いてゆこう
終わった恋の心の傷跡は 僕にあずけて
キャンドルを 灯すように
そっと二人 育ててきた
形のない この想いは 今はもう
消えはしない
震えそうな夜に 声をひそめ君と
指切りした あの約束
忘れてやしないよ
心配しないで 君だけを見ている
もしも君が 泣きたい位に
傷つき 肩を落とす時には
誰よりも 素敵な笑顔を 探しに行こう
全てのことを 受け止めて行きたい
ずっと二人で
抱きしめたい 溢れるほどに
君への想いが 込みあげてく
どんな時も君と肩を ならべて 歩いていける
もしも君が さみしい時には
いつも僕が そばにいるから
These heartfelt lyrics in Mr.Children's song, "Dakishimetai" (I Want to Hold You), describe a quiet night in the rain where the singer thinks back to a day when he saw his beloved in a crowded city. He recalls how he caught her when she stumbled, feeling the warmth of her hands in his own. The intensity of his feelings for her makes him ache to hold her tightly and share their dreams as they walk together. In this moment, he promises to protect her and bear the scars of past heartbreaks for her. He also makes a poignant promise to seek out the most beautiful smile for her, especially when she is feeling down.
This song touches on the timeless human experience of wanting to hold someone close and protect them, especially when they are hurting. The imagery in the song, such as the candlelight and the rain, evokes a sense of intimacy and fragility that intensifies the singer's emotions. The lyrics also delve into the fatalistic nature of love - knowing that heartbreak is inevitable but also acknowledging that one person can make it all worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
出会った日と 同じように
Just like the day we met,
霧雨けむる 静かな夜
On this quiet rainy night,
目を閉じれば 浮かんでくる あの日のままの二人
If I close my eyes, I can still see us, just the way we were on that day.
人波で溢れた 街のショーウィンドウ
In a crowded city, with shop windows overflowing with people.
見とれた君が ふいに
You suddenly caught my eye, and I was captivated.
つまずいた その時
And when you stumbled,
受け止めた両手の ぬくもりが今でも
I can still feel the warmth of your hands that I caught to steady you.
抱きしめたい 溢れるほどの
I want to hold you so tight that my overflowing feelings don't spill over.
想いが こぼれてしまう前に
Before my overflowing emotions pour out.
二人だけの 夢を胸に
With our shared dream in our hearts.
歩いてゆこう
Let's walk together.
終わった恋の心の傷跡は 僕にあずけて
Entrust your scars from past love to me.
キャンドルを 灯すように
Just like lighting a candle.
そっと二人 育ててきた
Gently nurturing our relationship.
形のない この想いは 今はもう
These shapeless feelings now,
消えはしない
Will never disappear.
震えそうな夜に 声をひそめ君と
On nights when we feel vulnerable, I whisper with you.
指切りした あの約束
The promise we made, pinky swear.
忘れてやしないよ
I'll never forget it.
心配しないで 君だけを見ている
Don't worry, I only have eyes for you.
もしも君が 泣きたい位に
If you ever feel like crying,
傷つき 肩を落とす時には
Or feel hurt and defeated,
誰よりも 素敵な笑顔を 探しに行こう
Let's go look for the loveliest smile of all.
全てのことを 受け止めて行きたい
I want to take on everything that comes our way.
ずっと二人で
Together forever.
君への想いが 込みあげてく
These feelings for you are welling up inside me.
どんな時も君と肩を ならべて 歩いていける
No matter what happens, we'll walk side by side.
もしも君が さみしい時には
If you ever feel lonely,
いつも僕が そばにいるから
I'll always be by your side.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA/AMCOS
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Ryo_
【歌詞】
出会った日と 同じように
霧雨けむる 静かな夜
目を閉じれば 浮かんでくる
あの日のままの二人
人並みで溢れた
街のショウウィンドウ
見とれた君が ふいに
つまずいた その時
受け止めた 両手のぬくもりが 今でも
抱きしめたい 溢れるほどの
想いが こぼれてしまう前に
二人だけの 夢を胸に
歩いてゆこう
終わった恋の心の傷跡は 僕にあずけて
キャンドルを 灯すように
そっと二人 育ててきた
形のない この想いは
今はもう 消えはしない
震えそうな夜に
声をひそめ 君と
指切りした あの約束
忘れてやしないよ
心配しないで
君だけを 見ている
もしも 君が 泣きたい位に
傷つき 肩を落とす時には
誰よりも素敵な 笑顔を
探しに行こう
全てのことを 受け止めて行きたい
ずっと二人で
抱きしめたい 溢れるほどに
君への想いが 込みあげてく
どんな時も 君と肩をならべて
歩いてゆける
もしも 君が さみしい時には
いつも 僕が そばにいるから
せななな
歌詞、メロディー、歌の構成全てが美しすぎる
与那城幸子
ほんと❗もう～☺️歌詞が！やばすぎて！大事な人の事～思ってます‼️
アイルトン・マサ
@与那城幸子 でもこの歌詞は盗作なんですよね…ぬくもりとかいう歌の…
昭和キッズ
@アイルトン・マサ 桜井さんがタイムスリップ未来へ行き、平浩二の【ぬくもり】の歌詞をパクって過去に戻って大ヒットしたということか！そして大ヒットしたミスチルの【抱きしめたい】の歌詞を平浩二がパクったのね→はじめにもどる
Aqua Music JP
一回聞いただけでもうめっちゃ好きになった
声迫力あってリズムとか曲の雰囲気とめっちゃ合ってて、何時間も聞いてられる
ヘソﾍﾟﾛロプス
もうそんなことないんじゃない？
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@ヘソﾍﾟﾛロプス何故？？
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いつでもどこでも何十年も前にタイムスリップできる歌って凄いよね。
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