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
THE BEAR
OKAMOTO'S Lyrics
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イイ曲書くより格好をつけろ
持てない奴はステージ上がるな
見世物、金取るニセモノ
Dangerous アイアムクセモノ
24h格好をつけろ
俺に言ってた Fujio Yamaguchi
Waiting for the train, train never comes
The opening verse of OKAMOTO'S song 'The Bear' seems deceptively simple on the first read but speaks volumes about the music industry and the expectations placed on musicians. The line "Waiting for the train, train never comes" sets a tone of waiting and anticipation, an often-felt experience for musicians waiting for their big break or for a train that never arrives on time. The next couple of lines are a direct callout to the pressure put on musicians to prioritize image and showmanship over songwriting, "Write a cool song? No, just look cool. If you can't do both, don't step on stage. A fake show that takes money, I am a dangerous fake."
These lyrics serve as a criticism of the music industry and the expectations placed on artists. The idea of "the bear" is brought up in the chorus, with lines like "I'm afraid of the bear in the darkness" and "I'm looking for a bear, someone tell me where it is." The bear can be interpreted as a metaphor for the challenges and obstacles that musicians must face and overcome in their careers. The message seems to be that even though there are challenges and expectations that may be difficult to meet, it's important to keep searching and fighting for one's goals.
Overall, 'The Bear' is a powerful song with lyrics that are both straightforward and thought-provoking. It speaks to the struggles of musicians in a world that often prioritizes image over substance and is a call to keep fighting despite the challenges that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting for the train, train never comes
The singer is stuck in a seemingly hopeless situation, waiting for a solution that will never arrive.
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Society values image over genuine talent or creativity, and encourages people to prioritize their appearance above all else.
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People who lack the necessary skills or talent should not attempt to perform in front of an audience, as they will only be exposing their own inadequacy.
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Those who exploit others for their own gain, whether it be through deceptive performances or monetary transactions, are frauds.
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The artist, while potentially harmful, is upfront about their true identity and intentions, unlike those who conceal their true nature behind a facade.
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In today's society, one must constantly maintain a certain level of superficial appearance and style, even at all hours of the day and night.
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The singer received this particular piece of advice from someone named Fujio Yamaguchi.
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If something is truly without error, it is indeed certain that it is without error; however, the concept of certainty itself is flawed and contains inherent uncertainty.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Koki Okamoto, Sho Okamoto
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