A teen sextet from Osaka, ORESKABAND (オレスカバンド) brings a new variety to Japa… Read Full Bio ↴A teen sextet from Osaka, ORESKABAND (オレスカバンド) brings a new variety to Japanese music with the usual guitar, bass and drums sounds, but also with the addition of instruments from the brass and sax families. Their music is upbeat and spunky, their own take on ska rock.
ORESKABAND have already performed in the USA as part of the Japan Nite Tour in March 2007, and are currently performing across the United States on the Vans Warped Tour.

BIOGRAPHY
Before ORESKABAND's formation in 2003, TOMI, TAE-SAN and SAKI formed a band with other friends. Upon leaving that band, TAE-SAN,along with IKASU formed a new band. It wasn’t too long, during their middle school years, before they became the teen girl sextet ORESKABAND. They began performing at local clubs and quickly built a following with their energetic live shows and colorful personalities.

They started recording their own material and released their first album PENPAL in 2005. To show how determined they were for their band to succeed, each 15 year-old pitched in about $200 and created their first album themselves, selling it at the live houses where they performed. It was this album, along with live shows and appearances, which helped to expand their fan base outside of their hometown. Having caught the attention of A&R reps, ORESKABAND signed to Sony Music Japan in 2006 while still in high school.

In 2006, the sextet made an exceptional move when, not only was their song Hana no Ska Dance used for a TV commercial for POCKY, but the girls were also filmed performing on a moving train for the commercial. This helped gain national recognition for ORESKABAND, showing off their fresh ska-pop sound along with their lively personalities.

While juggling the lives of high school students and music artists, they completed their debut mini album, Ore, in March of the same year. As they continued to record, they had the opportunity to work with trombone player and Ska legend Rico Rodriguez for his tribute session album JAPARICO~RICO RODRIGUEZ MEETS JAPAN on a cover of the Ska classic MONKEY MAN.

In July, ORESKABAND’s debut album, Ore, was released and quickly received massive critical acclaim. Following the album’s release, they performed at the prestigious annual FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL where they attracted 1000 attendees, a record for new artists.

Their popularity is still growing in Japan, but the band doesn’t want to stop there. In March 2007, ORESKABAND participated in the Japan Nite Tour which included performances at Austin’s SXSW Music Festival and in Los Angeles and San Francisco. This overseas tour was treated at the kickoff of their Japanese tour.

In such a short time this ska rock band has achieved much success and popularity, but this is only the beginning of their musical journey.

Tsumasaki
ORESKABAND Lyrics

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Ma, mikiwameta gohan yubi wo kikazatta
Soshite kagayaita no wa nanto jibun jishin ni tatta
Kan no oto wa kingyo no you mata sore wo koeta toro kaeranai otonado nai

Nobite iku heiko no sen tonari wa kurikaeshi bikasare rekka soreru ranshin!
Kage no kata atta sono saki no ashimoto ni hirogatteiku
Kyori wa dete tsunageru sashita kyou mo
Kimi no wake no wakannai yokomoji wo hidari de nankai?

Mou nazo okeru

Aah, me ga aita shuunkan no sono hito wa
Nee, kimi no tsume nani iro ni someru no!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to ORESKABAND's song "Tsumasaki" depict a moment of self-discovery and realization. The opening lines talk about observing a carefully prepared meal and noticing the fingers that cooked it. This suggests that the singer has become aware of their own abilities and potential. The next line speaks of shining, but questioning if they have surpassed the typical standards and expectations.

The following verse talks about a weak line that stretches and repeats, being stimulated and heated repeatedly, eventually turning into a raging flame. This could metaphorically represent the singer's determination and resilience in the face of challenges. The song then asks how many times the characters for "I don't understand you" can be written with the left hand, suggesting the singer's determination to overcome confusion and achieve clarity.

In the final verse, the lyrics ask what color the person who caught their attention when their eyes met is painting their nails. This implies that the singer is curious about the individual's personality and expression, indicating an interest in deeper connections.

Overall, "Tsumasaki" reveals the singer's journey of self-awareness and desires for connection and understanding in the world.

Line by Line Meaning

Ma, mikiwameta gohan yubi wo kikazatta
Ah, I carefully picked up a grain of rice with my fingers

Soshite kagayaita no wa nanto jibun jishin ni tatta
And then it shone, reflecting my own self

Kan no oto wa kingyo no you mata sore wo koeta toro kaeranai otonado nai
The sound of a bell, like that of a goldfish, surpasses it and cannot be turned back, it's beyond comparison

Nobite iku heiko no sen tonari wa kurikaeshi bikasare rekka soreru ranshin!
The melody line keeps stretching out, while beside it, it repeats and shines brightly, creating ecstasy!

Kage no kata atta sono saki no ashimoto ni hirogatteiku
At the end of the shadow's form, it expands into the depths

Kyori wa dete tsunageru sashita kyou mo
The distance is revealed and connected, as today is handed over

Kimi no wake no wakannai yokomoji wo hidari de nankai?
How many times have you read that phrase you don't understand from left to right?

Mou nazo okeru
Now, it becomes even more mysterious

Aah, me ga aita shuunkan no sono hito wa
Ah, that person in the moment our eyes met

Nee, kimi no tsume nani iro ni someru no!
Hey, what color does your nails paint?

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TAEKO FUKUDA, NAOKO YOSHIOKA

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