Okamoto's are a four piece hailing from Tokyo, Japan They take their name, … Read Full Bio ↴Okamoto's are a four piece hailing from Tokyo, Japan They take their name, just as the Ramones did, with all four members having the same surname; Vox - Shou Okamoto, Guitar - Kouki Okamoto, Bass - Hama Okamoto, Drums - Reiji Okamoto (taking the surname from their favorite Avant Garde painter Tarou Okamato). At only 19 years old, this band is ready to fill the boots of the Ramones and become legends themselves.

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

笑って笑って
OKAMOTO'S Lyrics

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笑って笑って
もう強い奴のフリするのは止めて
泣けてくるぜ
見え透いたお世辞ばっか
柄になく何をする? ゲラゲラゲ
笑って笑って笑って笑って
笑って笑って笑って
ピカピカに笑っちまえ

カラを破って転げ回って
ずっとずっと満足してんじゃねえ

笑って笑って
二人で笑って青い空眺め
ドキドキ、ワクワク
それだけあればいい
新宿でぶちかませゲラゲラゲ
笑って笑って笑って笑って
笑って笑って笑って
振り返ってカラかって
夢を掴むとか
失くすとかじゃなくって
ずっとずっと笑っちゃいなよ

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
数えていよう体熱く目を閉じて
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
数えてみれば
嘘の付き方もう忘れて
ゲラゲラゲ
ゲラゲラゲ
ゲラゲラゲ
ゲラゲ

誰のためって
自分のためさ笑って笑って

Overall Meaning

The song 笑って笑って (Waratte Waratte) by OKAMOTO'S is an energetic and uplifting anthem that encourages listeners to find joy and happiness in life, even in the face of adversity. The lyrics advise against pretending to be strong just to impress others and instead advocate for being true to oneself and embracing one's emotions, even if that means crying. The idea of seeing through someone's empty compliments is also touched on. The lyrics urge listeners to break free from conformity and to unapologetically enjoy life by laughing and smiling as much as possible.

The chorus repeats the phrase "Waratte Waratte" (Laugh and Laugh) multiple times, encouraging the listener to embrace and enjoy life. The verses highlight the importance of spending time with loved ones and sharing moments of laughter and excitement with them. The lyrics reference a "blue sky" suggesting that the song is meant to be enjoyed in the warm sunshine with good company. The upbeat and catchy nature of the song's melody and rhythm perfectly match the happy and energetic message of the lyrics. Overall, the song is a call to celebrate life and to never forget the simple pleasures that make it worth living.

Line by Line Meaning

笑って笑って
Laugh and laugh

もう強い奴のフリするのは止めて
Stop pretending to be strong

泣けてくるぜ
It makes me teary-eyed

見え透いたお世辞ばっか
All these transparent flattery

柄になく何をする? ゲラゲラゲ
What should I do out of character? Hahaha

ピカピカに笑っちまえ
Shine with laughter

カラを破って転げ回って
Breaking free and rolling around

ずっとずっと満足してんじゃねえ
Never really satisfied

二人で笑って青い空眺め
Laugh together and gaze at the blue sky

ドキドキ、ワクワク
Heart-pounding, exciting

それだけあればいい
That's all we need