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.

It's a wonderful world
Mr.Children Lyrics

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Oh Baby 通り雨が上がるまで
カプチーノでも頼んで待とうか?
この醜くも美しい世界で
無駄なものなど
きっと何ひとつとしてないさ
突然訪れる鈍い悲しみであっても
忘れないで君のことを
僕は必要としていて

同じようにそれ以上に
想ってる人もいる
あなどらないで僕らにはまだ
やれることがある
手遅れじゃないまだ間に合うさ
この世界は今日も美しい
そうだ美しい
Oh Baby 通り雨が上がったら
鼻歌でも歌って歩こう

この醜くも美しい世界で
この醜くも美しい世界で

Overall Meaning

The song "It's a Wonderful World" by Mr.Children is a celebration of life and all its eccentricities, even in the face of tragedy and sadness. The lyrics depict the singer waiting for the rain to stop, wondering if they should order a cappuccino while they wait. The world is described as both ugly and beautiful, and the idea that nothing is truly useless in life is emphasized. The poignant lines "Even if a slow sadness suddenly comes, please remember, I need you," showcase the importance of connections and relationships in life. The singer acknowledges that there are those who think about them even more than they do, and that there is still plenty of time to do the things that can be done.

The song's overall message is one of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Even though the world may seem bleak at times, the singer still finds joy in the little things and hopes that the rain will eventually clear. The song serves as a reminder that there is beauty to be found in even the darkest of situations, and that we should hold onto the people we love and never give up on the things that matter most to us.

Line by Line Meaning

Until the passing shower stops,
As we wait for the rain to pass,

Shall I order a cappuccino or something?
Shall we enjoy a moment with a cup of cappuccino?

In this ugly but beautiful world,
In this world that is both unpleasant and pleasant,

There's certainly nothing that is useless.
Everything in this world has a purpose and nothing is pointless.

Even when the sudden dull sadness comes,
Even in moments of unexpected melancholy,

don't forget about you.
I will not forget about you,

I need you
because you are important to me,

Just as there are people who think about you more than me.
Just like someone else out there who cherishes you more than I do.

Don't underestimate us,
We should not underestimate our own power,

We still have things we can do.
There are always things we can do to make a difference.

It's not too late, we still have time.
It's never too late because we still have time to make a change.