Since 1999 POLYSICS have released several albums. The albums 1st P and A.D.S.R.M! were released on the independent label DECKREC Records. Just after the release of 1st P their bassist, known only as "POLY-2", left. The band dropped the "POLY-X" names, and reduced to a trio, with new member Fumi on Bass Support on some of the tracks from Neu. In 1999, Asian Man Records released their US Debut album, Hey! Bob! My Friend to rave reviews, but weak sales. The album was a compilation of tracks from their first two Japanese releases. In 2000, POLYSICS signed to Ki/oon Records (a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.) and released their first major album Neu. The album carried with it the same manic energy as their independent releases but more refined. On the 2001 album Eno, Synthesizers became more prevalent in the mix, but the songs still had an intense punk-like energy. For this album, Fumi returned to the band as a full member, returning POLYSICS to a quartet. 2002 saw the release of the album FOR YOUNG ELECTRIC POP, POLYSICS attempt at a pop album. The manic punk energy was minimized, but the band showed it had an amazing sense of harmony and style. The songs "Black Out Fall Out" and "Code 4" from this album are very emotional.
In 2003, drummer Junichi Sugai left the band after recording the Kaja Kaja Goo EP. For the 2003 album National P, Ishimaru joined on Drum Support, returning POLYSICS to a trio. Also in 2003, Neu was released on Asian Man Records in the United States to rave reviews and great sales. POLYSICS came to the US to tour, which was then captured on the PippikkippippiP In USA DVD. In 2004, POLYSICS released a Best Of compilation titled POLYSICS OR DIE!!!! which contained new versions of some early POLYSICS songs. It was also released in the United Kingdom, and was the first POLYSICS album to be released in Europe. POLYSICS toured Europe and the US for the 2005 US Release of POLYSICS OR DIE!!!!. With the recent 2006 release of "Now is the time!", they are now currently touring the US and preparing for the UK tour in April. Their most recent album is KARATE HOUSE. They also released POLYSICS OR DIE!!! VISTA, which is an updated version of POLYSICS OR DIE!!! which includes tracks from Now is the Time! and KARATE HOUSE. It also includes a bonus dvd with promotional videos and a few songs from their Now is the Live! concert dvd. They toured the US in 2007 as openers on the MySpace music tour and are currently back in Japan.
The biggest influence on POLYSICS is clearly the band Devo. From the start, POLYSICS have tried to make music in, as Hiroyuki describes it, "The spirit of Devo." Obvious references to Devo have been made in POLYSICS videos, and songs. each life each end from the album Neu borrows the riff from the Devo song "Girl U Want", and the lyrics are playfully paraphrased from the songs "The Day My Baby Gave Me A Surprise" and "Red Eye Express", while "Plaster Caster" is a semi-cover of the song "Uglatto", one of their more obscure songs which was released on Hardcore Devo Vol.1 74-77. In a miniposter included with National P, POLYSICS members sit to eat cakes shaped like Devo's famous Energy Dome headgear. In addition, the giant robot mascot from the cover of POLYSICS' "Lo-Bits" EP (who also starred in the promo video for the song "Domo Arigato Mr. Roboto") sports a battle-helmet that resembles the same iconic dome.
While POLYSICS claim Devo as their most prevalent influence, other bands and artists that have influenced their music include Talking Heads, Orchestral Manouvres in the Dark, Sparks, The B-52's, XTC, King Crimson, Kraftwerk, P-Model, Neu!, Brian Eno, Nirvana, and David Bowie. POLYSICS have also covered songs by Styx, Suzi Quatro, The Plastics, The Ramones, The Knack, Soft Cell, and Frank Sinatra.
Announced in the official email newsletter December 23rd, 2009, keyboardist/vocalist KAYO will be performing her last show with the band at the Nippon Budokan on March 14th, 2010.
Pretty Good
POLYSICS Lyrics
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夜に星か消えた 夢じゃないだろ
ウソにすがるの まじない程度
効き目ないのも よくあるムード
ボクはドライ
Pretty Good One
Very Good Fun
桜見てたら散った 次はいつだろう
そうゆうの触れるのやめた まずは変えてこう
マジメ 重度は避けたいけど
聞こえないフリできないモード
だけとドライ
Pretty Good One
Have a Good One
Very Good Fun
It's gonna take a few more minutes for you to clear up your head
頭ふり起こされた どうした
ムダな晴れ間に 月が昇った
アンニュイな空気の相談 興味ないだろ
とりあえず調子は上々 今日は忘れよう
ウソにすがるの まじない程度
効き目ないのも よくあるムート
きっとドライ
Pretty Good One
Have a Good One
Very Good Fun
These lyrics are from the song "Pretty Good" by the Japanese rock band POLYSICS. The song features a fast-paced, upbeat tempo, and the lyrics suggest a carefree attitude towards life. The first verse describes a moment of confusion and uncertainty, where the singer is unsure about what to do next. However, they seem to brush this moment off, acknowledging that it's just a passing feeling that can be resolved with some positivity.
The chorus features the repetition of "Pretty Good One" and "Have a Good One," suggesting that the singer is content with their current state and has no desire to disrupt it. The use of "Very Good Fun" adds to the carefree vibe created by the song, highlighting the importance of enjoying oneself in the present moment.
The second verse shifts focus to a more reflective tone, as the singer ponders the passing of time and the fleeting nature of life. They vow to change the way they approach things, seeking to live in the moment and avoid taking things too seriously. However, they also acknowledge that they can't ignore their responsibilities entirely and must balance their carefree attitude with practicality.
Overall, "Pretty Good" is a celebration of living in the present moment and embracing a carefree attitude towards life.
Line by Line Meaning
頭振り起こされた まずはどうしよ
Startled awake, what should I do first?
夜に星か消えた 夢じゃないだろ
Did the stars disappear in the night? This can't be a dream, right?
ウソにすがるの まじない程度
Hanging onto lies, just some sort of spell
効き目ないのも よくあるムード
The mood of having no effect is all too frequent
ボクはドライ
I am dry (emotionless)
桜見てたら散った 次はいつだろう
Cherry blossoms were blooming before they fell, I wonder when it will happen next
そうゆうの触れるのやめた まずは変えてこう
I'll stop touching things like that and start by making a change
マジメ 重度は避けたいけど
I don't want to deal with anything too serious
聞こえないフリできないモード
I can't pretend that I can't hear in this mode
だけとドライ
However, still dry (emotionless)
It's gonna take a few more minutes for you to clear up your head
It will take a few more minutes for you to clear your head
頭ふり起こされた どうした
Startled awake, what happened?
ムダな晴れ間に 月が昇った
The moon rose during an unnecessary sunny break
アンニュイな空気の相談 興味ないだろ
I have no interest in consulting about an ennui filled atmosphere
とりあえず調子は上々 今日は忘れよう
For now, things are going well, let's forget about today
きっとドライ
Surely dry (emotionless)
Pretty Good One
Pretty good
Have a Good One
Have a good day
Very Good Fun
Very good fun
Contributed by Jayden G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-vd2hj3fx4o
頭振り起こされた
まずはどうしよ
夜に星が消えた
夢じゃないだろ
嘘にすがるの
まじない程度
効き目ないのも
よくあるムード
ボクはドライ
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
桜見てたら散った
次はいつだろう
そうゆうの触れるのやめた
まずは変えてこう
マジメ 重度は避けたいけど
聞こえないフリできないモード
だけどドライ
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
(It's gonna take a few more minutes)
(for you to clear up your head)
頭振り起こされた どうした
ムダな晴れ間に 月が昇った
アンニュイな空気の相談
興味ないだろ
とりあえず調子は 上々
今日は忘れよう
ウソにすがるの
まじない程度
効き目ないのも
よくあるムード きっとドライ
(It's gonna take a few more minutes)
(for you to clear up your head)
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
Very Good Fun
Pretty Good One
Have a Good one
@1022Takisho
この曲をsakusakuで聴いてからPOLYSICSのファンになった！だから今でも1番好きな曲！20周年おめでとうございます！！
@rikkat2433
私もsakusaku毎日みてました
巨神兵が？
@1022Takisho
@@rikkat2433 ドーン！ψ(｀∇´)ψ サクサカーに気づいてもらえて嬉しいです😊
@galaxypair
1年後から...
その回を録画したビデオテープ、段ボールに保管してます。
おいとねっぷのコーナーｗ
@normalinda210
This has always and will always be on my top 5 favorite songs list! :)))
@jdavid50
I listen to this while I clean my house.
@seijitsuaprende3181
@@jdavid50 it merits a youtube video I'll even do one while i sweep mop or wash dishes, let's do that!
@chucku00
The chorus is inspired by Sparks "Amateur Hour"... there's also a bit of Alain Bashung's "What's in a bird" on the breaks.
@WeWillAlwaysHaveVALIS
That chorus line comparison is a very astute observation.
@Melody_musixxx
イカれたカップルとイカれたバンド
=Pretty good