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.
Shizuka Is A Machine Doctor
POLYSICS Lyrics
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Cannot play guitar
What can I do?
Dissatisfaction oh-
Please fix my hand
Cannot drink beer
Help yourself
Dissatisfaction
What the hell gives?
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
A machine doctor
Thank you for helping me
I can play guitar now
But something's wrong
What shall I do?
Oh no, it's happened again
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
A machine doctor
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
A machine doctor
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
A machine doctor
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
A machine doctor
Kindness doctor
She works first tick tock
At a first glimpse, the lyrics of POLYSICS's song "Shizuka Is A Machine Doctor" might seem like a simple narrative of someone receiving help from a medical professional but a deeper look into the words uncover a much more interesting story. The opening lines "Lost my right hand, Cannot play guitar, What can I do?" suggest that the singer has lost a part of himself/herself that brings joy and purpose to their life. This sense of dissatisfaction and loss is further articulated in the following lyrics, "Dissatisfaction oh-Please fix my hand, Cannot drink beer, Help yourself, Dissatisfaction Oh dear me! What the hell gives?" which showcase the frustration and desperation of the person seeking help.
However, it is the mention of "Shizuka" as a "machine doctor" that adds another dimension to the story. The repetition of "Shizuka shizuka shizuka is" underscores the robotic nature of this medical professional, who with her mechanical expertise has been able to restore the singer's ability to play guitar. But there is a sense of unease that permeates the song as the singer exclaims, "But something's wrong, What shall I do? Oh no, it's happened again", indicating that the help provided by Shizuka may come with unexpected and unwelcome consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Lost my right hand
Unfortunately, I have lost my right hand, which has left me feeling helpless and incapacitated.
Cannot play guitar
Due to the loss of my right hand, I am unable to play the guitar as I once did, and this has caused me great anguish.
What can I do?
I am at a loss for what I can do, with my inability to play guitar and my dissatisfaction with my current state of affairs.
Dissatisfaction oh-
I am not content with the way things are and seek to remedy the situation in some way.
Please fix my hand
If it is at all possible, I would greatly appreciate it if my hand could be somehow fixed or replaced.
Cannot drink beer
In addition to being unable to play guitar, I am also unable to enjoy the simple pleasure of drinking a cold beer.
Help yourself
While I am unable to help myself in my current situation, I urge you to take whatever steps you can to aid me in my efforts to find a solution.
Dissatisfaction
I am deeply dissatisfied with the state of my life at present and seek to make changes wherever possible.
Oh dear me!
I am quite distressed over my current circumstances and feel helpless in the face of such difficulties.
What the hell gives?
I cannot understand why such misfortune has befallen me and am searching for answers and explanations.
Shizuka shizuka shizuka is
The name Shizuka is repeated several times, indicating a sense of reverence or importance.
A machine doctor
Shizuka is referred to as a 'machine doctor', suggesting she is an expert in the field of technological medicine or prosthetics.
Thank you for helping me
Gratitude is expressed toward Shizuka for offering her assistance and expertise in helping restore the ability to play guitar.
I can play guitar now
Thanks to Shizuka's help, the ability to play guitar has been restored, bringing joy and relief to the person in need.
But something's wrong
Despite the successful restoration of guitar-playing ability, there is still something amiss that requires attention and further assistance.
What shall I do?
With a new problem at hand, the person once again feels unsure and looks to others for guidance and support.
Oh no, it's happened again
The resolution initially achieved has been lost, leaving the person in a state of despair and frustration once again.
Kindness doctor
Shizuka is described as a 'kindness doctor', emphasizing her compassionate and empathetic approach to helping others.
She works first tick tock
Shizuka is portrayed as being highly dedicated and efficient, working diligently around the clock to assist those in need.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hayashi Hiroyuki
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