After graduating from music school in 1990, she took an opportunity to visit Japan in 1991 and finally contracted with the ROAD&SKY Organization in 1993. Origa had since participated in several projects of various artists in addition to the Radio Japan Series and being part of the chorus for Kobe earthquake disaster charity single.
Origa released seven solo albums, two mini-albums, and three singles. She gained popularity outside of Japan and Russia with the release of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex and the subsequent original soundtrack, written by long-time friend and composer Yoko Kanno (菅野よう子), hosting the theme song "Inner Universe" (featuring boy soprano Benedict Delmaestro). Origa first performed with Kanno for ∀ Gundam, singing Gabriela Robin's "Moon" with the Gey's AX chorus. An additional opening theme song from Ghost in the Shell: S.A.C. 2nd GIG, titled "rise," also gained acclaim. In 2005, Origa performed songs for the anime series Fantastic Children, most notably the ending theme "Mizu no Madoromi" (水のまどろみ). In 2006, Origa released 3 digital singles (Spiral, LELEYALA and Land of Love). She performed the opening theme, "Player", to the film of the series Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex: Solid State Society in 2007. She moved from Tokyo to Vancouver, Canada in 2011 but continued to create original works such as Amon Ra (2013) and The Annulet (2013) as well as collaborations with university students (the 2012 song "Ring/Kolechko") and for video game soundtracks (songs featured in FINAL FANTASY XIII-2, a character theme for the Korean game Herowarz, and two songs for the Russian game Allods Online). She additionally performed at conventions in Russia (2013/2014), The Netherlands (2014), Germany (2014), and Canada (2014).
雨
Origa Lyrics
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в позолоченной пыли
связующая нить
от неба до земли
Дождь стекает по стеклу
Склонился на ветру
Дождь из пены и воды
Дождь, умыться бы тобой
И намокнуть с головой
ближе к небу быть
Чтобы слышать и творить
Дождь — вселенной голоса,
Дорога в небеса
Дождь из пены и воды
Струится от звезды
Дождь — он послан мне судьбой
Дождь всегда, всегда со мной
В зиму — снег, весною — град
Он всегда, всегда мне рад
The song "雨" by Origa is a beautiful tribute to rain and its many facets. The lyrics describe rain as a binding force that connects heaven and earth, and as a purifying and creative element that can wash away sorrows and inspire new ideas. The first verse states that rain is a golden dust that links the sky and the ground, acting as a bridge between two worlds that might seem separate, but are in fact part of the same cycle of life.
The second verse portrays rain as a fluid substance that flows gracefully down the glass, swayed by the wind, leaving behind traces of repentance. The rain is also described as a means of cleansing, a way to immerse oneself fully and purify the soul. The third verse shows the rain as a channel to access the universe's voice, a pathway to reach the heavens, and as a natural fountain of inspiration that feeds one's art and creativity. Finally, the last verse depicts how rain is a faithful companion throughout the seasons, a loyal force that accompanies the singer through their life, from winter's snow to spring's hail.
Overall, the lyrics to "雨" are poetically insightful and invite the listener to appreciate rain not just as a meteorological phenomenon but as an integral part of our existence, connecting us to the earth, the skies, and our inner selves.
Line by Line Meaning
Дождь... от неба до земли
The rain falls from the sky to the ground
в позолоченной пыли
Golden dust clings to the raindrops
связующая нить
A binding thread between sky and earth
от неба до земли
Connecting from sky to earth
Дождь стекает по стеклу
The rain trickles down the glass
Склонился на ветру
Bent by the wind
Дождь из пены и воды
Foam and water rain
Раскаянья следы
Traces of repentance
Дождь, умыться бы тобой
I wish to wash myself with you
И намокнуть с головой
And soak my head completely
ближе к небу быть
To be closer to the sky
Чтобы слышать и творить
To hear and create
Дождь — вселенной голоса,
Rain is the voice of the universe
Дорога в небеса
The road to heaven
Дождь из пены и воды
Foam and water rain
Струится от звезды
Flowing from the star
Дождь — он послан мне судьбой
Rain is sent to me by fate
Дождь всегда, всегда со мной
Rain is always, always with me
В зиму — снег, весною — град
In winter - snow, in spring - hail
Он всегда, всегда мне рад
It always, always brings me joy
Contributed by Eli N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@StudioSambodia
Rest in peace. My heart is torn. This is a big loss for me as a fan and as a listener of her timeless, beautiful, amazig voice that has inspired ke for over 13 years. Origa will be missed so much. I am happy that she left a strong impression in the art world and music. She is in heaven, singing with her angelic voice. Words can't continue to describe how sad I am, how we are. Prayers to her family as well. Stay strong. Farewell Origa. I will always continue to listen and inspire from your music.
@auntygravity5506
I still remember the day. Thank you for saying what we all felt.
@O_origa
Cry😭😭😭
@istarninwa
I'm from Russia, and this is the first time I hear of Origa, amazing as she is. Talents like her will never become mainstream, even in Russia. Most people are too tainted for pure melodies like that.
@aegis062
I wouldn't say tainted it's money all about corporations and their money they bury thousands of talents for a pretty face and true art gets buried because these companies can't exploit it so they rather bury talent.
@levonpoe
R.I.P. Pretty Songbird Origa. Heaven has a new vocalist for the Supreme Chior
So Sad. I have been listening to many of her songs this past week, including this morning.
Please listen to the live rendition of "Moon" . It is MAGNIFICENT.
@gatekeepin8282
Levon Peter Muhammad Salah Setyowan Poe Such a stunning person. So glad I could hear her voice!
@theravenator844
I lament not having emerged from my rock sooner, otherwise I might have discovered her while she was still living. R.I.P. ,Origa.
@Galactea9
You were so right about Moon song! Thanks
@fotusrebel
@Chill bro was there a reason to be that harsh like yeah I get it he posts this on everyone of her videos but come on man.