They've released nearly 10 full albums (Including the Remix album Squeezed), 1 mini-album and over 20 singles since 2002. Their second album musiQ was their breakthrough hit, and their single Hana sold over 661,000 copies in less than two months. Their music has also been used in a few anime (Naruto, Bleach, Code Geass R2) and in few TV shows (including the American movie, Fantastic Four), and the film Train Man （電車男）.
In July 2005, right in the verge of releasing their 12th single, Kizuna, Katchan (founding member and drummer of the band) left the band due to tendinitis in his pinky finger and also because of creative differences. His place has yet to be filled.
Their song Ikenai Taiyou was used as an opening theme to japanese hit drama Hanazakari no Kimitachi e / Hana Kimi.
Spiral
ORANGE RANGE Lyrics
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Hajimaru Talk gutto bun eru soko wa muudoo ten hora matta nashi koeru jigen
Fukuramasu souzou ikesou sokkou koudou Life is what you make it!
Abare dashitara tomaranai agarippa nashi de gomen nasai
Guro guro ika shita kono kuuki ga suki uwagi nugide baka ni nari na
Minami no shima kara nihon juudan jiyuu jizai no ima nara kitto yurugaseru
Takanaru kodou tomosu hikari kono basho kara kakageru minna ni todoku say
Yeah kamon motto kiki mimi tate na Yeah stand up endo made nori kari na
Ooru sutaa da minna feel fever zawameki na kono basho de
It's ok It's ok hajime ima karada goto maki kome supairaru
Ooru staa da minna feel fever zawameki na kono basho de
It's ok It's ok hajime ima karada goto maki kome supairaru
Mimi de taikan shite oto ni idomi na kubi furi na chanto rizumu kizami na
Sono tsugi karada mo issho ni yurashi na ato wa nasu ga mama kono ba de ittai kan
Gata gata iu natte soko de zutto matsu natte
Kono kuuki kuu ka kuwareru ka no kuukan
Sono ana kara sukoshi zutsu dete ki na mazu wa katai atama. Atatamatte karada karada wa
Minami no shima kara nihon juudan jiyuu jizai no ima nara kitto yurugaseru
Takanaru kodou sasu hikari kono basho kara kakageru minna ni todoku say
Hey ho motto kiki mimi tate na Hey ho motto kiki mimi tate na
Yeah kamon motto kiki mimi tate na Yeah stand up endo made nori kari na
Ooru sutaa da minna feel fever zawameki na kono basho de
It's ok It's ok hajime ima karada goto maki kome supairaru
Ooru staa da minna feel fever zawameki na kono basho de
It's ok It's ok hajime ima karada goto maki kome supairaru
Tooku nai mirai ni muke pisutoru narase "kyou ni"
It's ok It's ok ima koso ooki na tsubasa tori ni kari na
Tooku nai mirai ni muke pisutoru narase "kyou ni"
It's ok It's ok ima koso ooki na tsubasa tori ni kari na
The song "Spiral" by ORANGE RANGE is a fast-paced, energetic tune that encourages listeners to seize the day and enjoy life. The opening lines set the tone for the song, with the singer describing how talk is starting to pick up and the excitement is building. The lyrics go on to encourage listeners to take action and create the life they want, rather than waiting for it to happen. The song's chorus repeats the phrases "It's okay, it's okay" and "Let's start spiraling," emphasizing the importance of embracing life and taking risks.
The lyrics also include references to different locations, including "Minami no shima" (which means "southern island" and is likely a reference to Okinawa, where the band is from) and "Nihon juudan" (which means "the whole of Japan"). The song's message is one of unity and optimism, encouraging people to come together and celebrate life.
Overall, "Spiral" is a fun and upbeat song that celebrates life and encourages listeners to live in the moment. Its catchy melody and positive message make it a popular choice among fans of ORANGE RANGE and J-pop in general.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh way~
Expresses enthusiasm or excitement, a way to grab listeners' attention.
Hajimaru Talk gutto bun eru soko wa muudoo ten hora matta nashi koeru jigen
The conversation begins, every word bursts out, and the destination is the unknown heaven. Look, there's no waiting, let's surpass the dimension.
Fukuramasu souzou ikesou sokkou koudou Life is what you make it!
Expand your imagination and just go, move quickly, Life is what you make it!
Abare dashitara tomaranai agarippa nashi de gomen nasai
I'm sorry for losing control and not being able to stop. I have no regrets.
Guro guro ika shita kono kuuki ga suki uwagi nugide baka ni nari na
I like this heavy atmosphere that makes me feel a little bit crazy, I take off my jacket and become foolish.
Minami no shima kara nihon juudan jiyuu jizai no ima nara kitto yurugaseru
From the southern islands, in Japan, in a time of complete freedom, there must be room to move.
Takanaru kodou tomosu hikari kono basho kara kakageru minna ni todoku say
The pounding heart ignites the light and lifts it up from this place, everyone will hear it.
Hey ho motto kiki mimi tate na Hey ho motto kiki mimi tate na
Hey! Listen more, pay attention!
Yeah kamon motto kiki mimi tate na Yeah stand up endo made nori kari na
Come on, listen more, stand up and ride to the end!
Ooru sutaa da minna feel fever zawameki na kono basho de
This is the place where all the stars feel the fever and the excitement.
It's ok It's ok hajime ima karada goto maki kome supairaru
It's okay, it's okay, start now and wrap your body in a spiral.
Mimi de taikan shite oto ni idomi na kubi furi na chanto rizumu kizami na
Listen with your ears, challenge the sound, nod your head and cut out the rhythm.
Sono tsugi karada mo issho ni yurashi na ato wa nasu ga mama kono ba de ittai kan
Swing your body along to the next one freely, then let it soak in here.
Gata gata iu natte soko de zutto matsu natte
Just keep repeating and waiting there.
Kono kuuki kuu ka kuwareru ka no kuukan
Is the atmosphere here empty or distorted?
Sono ana kara sukoshi zutsu dete ki na mazu wa katai atama. Atatamatte karada karada wa
Gradually come out of the hole, starting from a tight head, and calm your body.
Tooku nai mirai ni muke pisutoru narase "kyou ni"
A trumpet blasts towards a not-so-distant future, "Right now."
It's ok It's ok ima koso ooki na tsubasa tori ni kari na
It's okay, it's okay, right now is the time to take big wings and fly.
Contributed by Cole R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.