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.
Simple
Mr.Children Lyrics
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この命さえも
無意味だと思う日があるけど
「考え過ぎね」って君が笑うと
もう10代の様な
無邪気さがふっと戻んだ
10年先も 20年先も
悲しみを連れ
遠回りもしたんだけど
探してたものは
こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
喧嘩した時には欠点でもあんだけど
自分に正直で
遠慮の無いとこにひかれんのさ
互いに背負った傷をいつしか
ちょっとはにかんで
交換し合えたならいいな
寂しい曲も 哀しい曲も
君と奏でればいいや
失ったものを
さりげなく憂いながら
微かな戸惑いを
そっと吐き出しながら
ざあざあ降りの雨を
全身で受けながら
凛々と茂るあの草木の様に
強く 強く
10年先も 20年先も
ずっと傍に居て欲しいんだ
悲しみを連れ
遠回りもしたんだけど
探してたものは
こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
君となら 何だって信じれる様な
気がしてんだ
探してたものは
こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
These lyrics are from the song "Simple" by the Japanese band Mr.Children. The song delves into themes of self-reflection, finding meaning in life, and the importance of simplicity.
The first paragraph begins by describing how the singer has been consumed by negative thinking and endless worries, to the point where they start to believe that even their own life is meaningless. However, in these moments, their loved one (referred to as "you" in the lyrics) laughs and tells them not to overthink. This simple act of laughter brings back an innocent and carefree mindset, reminiscent of their teenage years.
In the second paragraph, the lyrics express a desire to live with this person for not just ten or twenty years, but for a lifetime. Despite carrying sadness and taking detours in life, the singer realizes that what they have been searching for is something simple and genuine.
The third paragraph explores the dynamics of their relationship. Although they may have flaws and arguments, they are drawn to each other's honesty and lack of restraint. The lyrics express a longing for the day when they can openly share and heal each other's wounds.
In the fourth paragraph, the lyrics suggest that even in sad and mournful songs, as long as they are played together with this person, it is enough. The singer subtly expresses their grief over lost things and their fleeting doubts, while seeking comfort in the act of gently releasing them.
The mention of standing under pouring rain and being as strong as the lush foliage of plants signifies the resilience and determination to face challenges head-on.
The song concludes by reiterating the singer's desire to have this person by their side for ten or twenty years, expressing the wish to be able to believe in anything as long as they are together. The lyrics again emphasize that what they have been searching for is something simple and pure.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kazutoshi Sakurai
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@user-gq3hd3hz1g
世界観もメロディもシンプルで本当素敵
@shiromoto-games
マイナス思考で悩みまくった結果
この命さえも無意味だと思う日があるけど
“考え過ぎね"って君が笑うと
もう10代の様な無邪気さがふっと戻んだ
10年先も 20年先も 君と生きれたらいいな
悲しみを連れ 遠回りもしたんだけど
探してたものは こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
喧嘩した時には欠点でもあんだけど
自分に正直で遠慮の無いとこにひかれんのさ
互いに背負った傷をいつしか
ちょっとはにかんで交換し合えたならいいな
寂しい曲も 哀しい曲も 君と奏でればいいや
失ったものを さりげなく憂いながら
微かな戸惑いを そっと吐き出しながら
ざあざあ降りの雨を全身で受けながら
凛々と茂るあの草木の様に
強く 強く
10年先も 20年先も ずっと傍に居て欲しいんだ
悲しみを連れ 遠回りもしたんだけど
探してたものは こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
君となら 何だって信じれる様な気がしてんだ
探してたものは こんなシンプルなものだったんだ
@user-vw3rn5be2i
私にも、現在マイナス思考が、つき纏っています。中高年の時期に未だに、そのマイナス思考から脱却出来ないでいます。わかり会える友、わかり会える異性など、色々な出会いの機会を逃してしまっていたのが、今の災いの火種になったことを今更ながら、痛感しています。でも、この歌の歌詞のおかげで、勇気凛々とまではいわないまでも、少しばかり小さな温情を頂けてありがたいです。すべての歌詞を投稿していただき有り難うございます😊短文では、なかなか人の気持ちは、伝わりませんから。
@hiro-nz5zr
夕暮れ時、宵の明星を見つけながら聴くのが好き❤
@north-panda
ミスチルで一番好きな曲
@user-yj5mw3bi9b
simpleは神
@user-hs9hd3tx9r
Ｑの次に好きなアルバムでした。
@syouninyokkyuu_high
でした？！
@user-xn2jv9rg9x
Mirror・擬態・⁇
⁇の所に入れるならSimpleですね‼️