Mr.Children or Misuchiru as they are known to their fans is a famous Japane… Read Full Bio ↴Mr.Children or Misuchiru as they are known to their fans is a famous Japanese pop/rock group formed in 1989 by Kazutoshi Sakurai, Kenichi Tahara, Keisuke Nakagawa, and Hideya Suzuki.

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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HOWL
Mr.Children Lyrics

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ブラインドを開けるのも面倒な位にここのところ無気力だ
おぼろげに目を開くと薄暗い未来が見えるよ
真昼間、冷蔵庫を開きアルコールを胃袋へ
痺れがきそうな孤独がやがて麻痺するまで

週末は街に喧騒が
少しだけ解き放たれて
みんな束の間の自由をエンジョイしてるみたい
そうしたい

[ OH FREEDOM ]
そんな響きが似合うNEW LIFEが欲しいと願い
憂うばかりのマイウェイ　混沌と迷いが渦を巻く
繰り返し叩き続ける扉
開くまでどのくらい？
あとどのくらい？

プライドと格闘した日々なんて今では縁遠いが
年2、3回制御不能の怒りに震えるよ
日曜、何の用意もなくただバイクを走らすよ
頭に浮かぶ良し悪しごとを風が振り払うまで

輝いて見えたモノはガラス玉だったとある日
気付いたとしたって宝物には変わりない
違いない

みんな「フリ」して
分かってて気付かぬ「フリ」して暮らしてんじゃないの!?
夢見なくちゃつまんねぇ
淡々と死んでいきたくはない
振り返りながらも目指す未来
少し痛いとしてもダイブ！
そしてバタ

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song 'HOWL' by Mr.Children are reflective of the mundanity and disengagement with life that many contemporary individuals experience. The singer finds opening the blinds a tiresome task, indicative of their lack of motivation towards almost everything in their life. The vagueness of their vision reveals a bleak future, and the only solace they seem to find is in alcohol to numb their loneliness. The singer yearns for a new life that grants them freedom but is unable to escape the chaos and confusion that surrounds them. They are uncertain of when the door they keep knocking on will finally open. Furthermore, the singer discusses the futility of fighting with their pride and the bouts of uncontrollable anger they experience occasionally. They find solace in the ability to ride their motorcycle aimlessly, forgetting their troubles with each gust of wind.

The lyrics of 'HOWL' delve deep into the lives of many people today who are stuck in meaningless patterns which lead them towards disengagement from their dreams and passions. The singer expresses a sense of hopelessness by showcasing a lack of motivation, despite desires towards change. They show a desire to change their current lives and break free from the mundane but are ultimately entangled in the chaos of life, depicting the struggles of the modern man.

Line by Line Meaning

ブラインドを開けるのも面倒な位にここのところ無気力だ
I've been so lethargic lately that even opening the blinds feels like a chore.

おぼろげに目を開くと薄暗い未来が見えるよ
When I half-open my eyes, I catch a glimpse of a bleak future.

真昼間、冷蔵庫を開きアルコールを胃袋へ
Midday, I open the refrigerator and pour alcohol down my throat.

痺れがきそうな孤独がやがて麻痺するまで
The numbing loneliness that threatens to paralyze me will eventually become a routine.

週末は街に喧騒が
The weekend brings the city's hustle and bustle.

少しだけ解き放たれてみんな束の間の自由をエンジョイしてるみたいそうしたい
Everyone seems to be enjoying their brief moment of freedom, finally letting loose a little. I want that, too.

[ OH FREEDOM ] そんな響きが似合うNEW LIFEが欲しいと願い
The sound of 'oh freedom' fits exactly what I need right now: a new life.

憂うばかりのマイウェイ　混沌と迷いが渦を巻く
My way is filled with gloom, as chaos and uncertainty swirl around me.

繰り返し叩き続ける扉
I keep hitting the door over and over again.

開くまでどのくらい？あとどのくらい？
How much longer until it opens? How much longer do I have to wait?

プライドと格闘した日々なんて今では縁遠いが
The days when I battled my own pride seem so far away now.

年2、3回制御不能の怒りに震えるよ
Two, three times a year, I'm shaking with uncontrollable anger.

日曜、何の用意もなくただバイクを走らすよ
On Sundays, with no plans, I simply ride my bike around.

頭に浮かぶ良し悪しごとを風が振り払うまで
Until the wind clears my head of doubts and hesitations.

輝いて見えたモノはガラス玉だったとある日
One day, I realized that the thing that seemed so bright and beautiful was actually just a glass bead.

気付いたとしたって宝物には変わりない違いない
But even if I've realized that, it's still a treasure. That doesn't change.

みんな「フリ」して分かってて気付かぬ「フリ」して暮らしてんじゃないの!?
Everyone's just pretending like they don't notice things, even though they do. Isn't that how we all live?

夢見なくちゃつまんねぇ
It's boring if you don't have any dreams.

淡々と死んでいきたくはない
I don't want to die a lifeless, boring death.

振り返りながらも目指す未来
While looking back, I still aim for the future.

少し痛いとしてもダイブ！そしてバタ
Even if it hurts a little, I'll dive and take the plunge! And then flap my wings (to keep going).

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ブラインドを開けるのも面倒な位にここのところ無気力だ
おぼろげに目を開くと薄暗い未来が見えるよ
真昼間､冷蔵庫を開きアルコールを胃袋へ
痺れがきそうな孤独がやがて麻痺するまで

週末は街に喧噪が
少しだけ解き放たれて
みんな束の間の自由をエンジョイしてるみたい
そうしたい

[OH FREEDOM]
そんな響きが似合うNEW LIFEが欲しいと願い
憂うばかりのマイウェイ混沌と迷いが渦を巻く
繰り返し叩き続ける扉
開くまでどのくらい?
あとどのくらい?

プライドと格闘した日々なんて今では縁遠いが
年2､3回制御不能の怒りに震えるよ
日曜､何の用意もなくただバイクを走らすよ
頭に浮かぶ良し悪しごとを風が振り払うまで

輝いて見えたモノはガラス玉だったとある日
気付いたとしたって宝物には変わりない
違いない

みんな｢フリ｣して
分かってて気付かぬ｢フリ｣して暮らしてんじゃないの!?
夢見なくちゃつまんねぇ淡々と死んでいきたくはない
振り返りながらも目指す未来
少し痛いとしてもダイブ!
そしてバタフライ

[OH FREEDOM]
その響きに見合うNEW LIFEが欲しいと願い
今日も憂うマイウェイ燦燦と陽が射すわけじゃない
振り出しにいつ引き返してもイイやって覚悟でいたい
夢がなくちゃつまんねぇ悶々と今日を燻ってたい
繰り返し叩き続ける扉
開くまでどのくらい?
あとどのくらい?