With their unique style of psychedelic garage and a mix of R&B, Okamoto's have been likened to The Rolling Stones, The Who and The Stooges.
Okamoto's come with a message, barely 19 and they already have the fire and passion to take over the world questioning the forefathers of Rock itself. They do not simply know, but have the courage to ask Bob Dylan if in fact " The times have actually changed" and of course still maintain the punk rock mentality in asking why are they not learning about rock in school. They have the guts of fearless teenagers, scaring us one adult at a time. Live shows that make the blood curdle at the fact that they have only just graduated from high school, the old are afraid, the young are eating it up. They really are a horrifying band!
June of 2009 saw them release their debut album "Here are Okamoto's" and with over 100 live shows under their belt, Okamoto's are going to just get better and scarier with every step they take. So get on that "Rocket to Japan" because everyone is going to wanna dance with these guys
手紙
OKAMOTO'S Lyrics
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ねぇ僕の欲望
ハッキリと姿見せてくれ
欲しいものがなぜか
いつからかボヤけてしまって
満たされないまま
また今日が終わってく
ねぇ僕が昔拾い集めた
ビー玉覗きこんでみても
あの頃見ていたキラキラは
曇ってしまって 見つからないのか
コンビニ入って雑誌を立ち読み
めくってめくってめくって
どこにも どこにもない
ねぇ僕ら4人語り明かした
あの夜君は覚えているかい?
風の匂いで気付く 変わる季節
肌で感じて
あいにく月はなかったけれど
夢の話 少し照れながら 話続けた
夢から覚めても見ていたあの夢
行方は 行方は 行方は
あの雲の中
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
ねぇ僕はいつか振り返ったら
ねぇ僕の心のモヤモヤは消えるの?
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
My cloudy heart my cloudy heart
The lyrics of OKAMOTO'S's song 手紙 delve into themes of introspection, unfulfilled desires, and nostalgia. In the first paragraph, the singer reflects on their hidden desires that have become blurred over time. The repeated plea for their desires to manifest more clearly demonstrates a longing for clarity and fulfillment in their life. The mention of collecting treasures in the past that have now been discarded symbolizes a sense of loss or disconnection from their past self and aspirations. This nostalgia is further emphasized by the imagery of hazy memories and unmet wants that linger as each day passes.
Moving on to the second paragraph, the lyrics recount a moment shared among four individuals, reminiscing about a night filled with conversations and shared experiences. The sensory details, such as the smell of the wind and the changing seasons, evoke a sense of wistfulness and fleeting moments. The absence of the moon and the dreamlike quality of the memories suggest a sense of transience and impermanence. Despite the passing of time and the haziness of these recollections, there is a tender nostalgia in the act of reliving these shared memories.
In the third paragraph, the singer questions whether the obscured feelings and uncertainties in their heart will dissipate if they were to look back one day. The repetition of "My cloudy heart" underscores the ongoing struggle with inner turmoil and the desire for clarity and resolution. The uncertainty about the future and the lingering doubts contribute to a sense of unease and introspection. The cloudy heart serves as a metaphor for the emotional turbulence and internal conflict that the singer grapples with.
The final paragraph reinforces the emotional turmoil and uncertainty that pervades the singer's thoughts. The repeated phrase "My cloudy heart" reflects a persistent sense of inner fog and emotional obscurity that the singer is unable to dispel. The unresolved questions and lingering doubts suggest a search for meaning and understanding within oneself. Overall, the lyrics of 手紙 by OKAMOTO'S convey a poignant reflection on personal desires, memories, and the ongoing journey towards finding clarity and peace within one's heart.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sho Okamoto
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