A… Read Full Bio ↴PUFFY (パフィー) or Puffy AmiYumi is a pop/rock duo from Tokyo, Japan.
Ami Onuki (大貫亜美), whose nickname is "Jane", and Yumi Yoshimura (吉村由美), nicknamed "Sue", were scouted by two different talent agencies and put together in 1995, and soon PUFFY-Mania would begin. PUFFY-Mania is a term that was used by the Japanese media to refer to the craze for all things related to PUFFY, from key-chains, to CDs. It began in 1996 and continues to this day. PUFFY-Mania reached its peak in 1998 to 1999, following the release of the Jet-CD and the Jet-Tour. Their first release "Asia no Junshin" ("True Asia") sold a million records and their success continued with several more full-length releases (totalling 14 million sales in Japan).
They hosted their own weekly TV show, "Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Puffy", with guests such as Lenny Kravitz, Sylvester Stallone, Harrison Ford, and rock band Garbage.
Their music has been largely a collaboration between producer Tamio Okuda (奥田民生), American singer-songwriter Andy Sturmer, formerly of the band Jellyfish (who is referred to as the "godfather" of PUFFY, for naming the band), and Ami and Yumi themselves. Ami and Yumi's vocals are likened to U.S. vocal sister group The Roches. They often sing whole songs together with harmonies and their sound borrows heavily from the Beatles and other artists such as ABBA, The Who and Carpenters. Their genre is usually defined as J-Pop/J-Rock (more specifically it can be categorised as Shibuya-kei). Both Ami and Yumi themselves have openly admitted that their music is hard to put into just one genre because of the many different influences.
After 2000, they have been less in the limelight in native Japan with their TV show winding up in 2002. Instead, they have set the compass for the USA with promotional tours, releasing previous Japanese releases and two such songs were the theme songs of Teen Titans and SD Gundam Force. They have also done a cover version with Cyndi Lauper of her hit Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.
The duo have their own animated series in the U.S. on Cartoon Network called Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi which premiered on November 19, 2004. The show features animated versions of Ami and Yumi. Although they are voiced by American actresses, the real Ami and Yumi star in short live-action segments taped in Japan. The show also features some of PUFFY's music. Sony has released a companion album to "Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi" in the U.S., comprising of most of PUFFY's Japanese hits, some rarites, as well as, of course, the Teen Titans theme. Two DVD compilations from the series - Rock Forever and Let's Go! - were released in the United States on November 26, 2005. Cartoon Network's Japan service started airing episodes of the series (in English with Japanese sub-titles) in 2005. In October of that year, TV Tokyo began airing a Japanese-dubbed version of the series, which eventually also went to CN Japan on January 8, 2006.
Puffy AmiYumi made an appearance and performed in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2005 where they were also represented by their own Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi Falloon (float with balloon elements).
On January 16, 2006 Ami and Yumi were appointed goodwill ambassadors to the United States as part of the Japanese government's campaign to encourage tourism in Japan. They kicked off their 10th anniversary tour in Japan on April 14, 2006. They started touring America with the PuffyAmiYumi Tour '06 Splurge! Splurge! Splurge! on the East Coast starting July 8, 2006. This tour ended 19th July 2006, coinciding with the premier of their new televison show, Hi Hi PUFFY Bu. Their next tour is for Japan's Summer Sonic Festival, which began 30th July, 2006.
PLANET TOKYO
PUFFY Lyrics
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come hitch a ride inside an watch the moon grow
it wont be long before were up in zero g
above the atmosphere just you and me and me
planet tokyo is a place not very far
in your stereo its as close as where you are
on the radio its a sound that you can see
tonight
right
your looking well but we can tell you need a fix
for something more than just another chick flick
a riff so strong that it belongs deep underground
a beat so sweet it makes you weep when we touch down
planet tokyo is a place not very far
in your stereo its as close as where you are
on the radio its a sound that you can see
planet tokyo is the place you want to be
tonight
planet tokyo is a place not very far
in your stereo its as close as where you are
on the radio its a sound that you can see
planet tokyo is the place you want to be
tonight
planet tokyo is a place not very far
in your stereo its as close as where you are
on the radio its a sound that you can see
planet tokyo is the place you want to be
tonight
tonight
The lyrics to PUFFY's song PLANET TOKYO describe the experience of being transported to a futuristic, otherworldly place. The song opens with the image of a CD spinning, signaling the beginning of a journey. The singers invite the listener to "hitch a ride inside" and watch as the moon grows larger in the sky. They promise that soon, they will be "up in zero G," floating above the earth's atmosphere with just the listener and themselves.
The chorus of the song celebrates the idea of "Planet Tokyo," a place that is both a physical location and a state of mind. The singers describe it as a place that is "not very far" and can be accessed through a variety of mediums, including a stereo or the radio. They suggest that listening to the right music can transport the listener to this place, where they can experience the energy and excitement of Tokyo at night.
The second verse of the song continues this theme, describing the listener as someone who is looking for a particular kind of experience. The singers promise to provide the "fix" that they need, a combination of a strong "riff" and a "sweet" beat that will make them feel something deep inside. The chorus repeats twice more, reinforcing the idea that Planet Tokyo is a desirable destination that can be accessed anytime, anywhere.
Overall, the lyrics to PUFFY's "Planet Tokyo" celebrate the power of music to transport people to different places and evoke powerful emotions. The song creates a vivid picture of a futuristic cityscape while also suggesting that the experience of being in Tokyo at night is something that anyone can access through the right music.
Line by Line Meaning
The cd spins an we begin all systems go
We start the adventure with music blaring and excitement pulsing through us
come hitch a ride inside an watch the moon grow
Join us for the ride and witness the wonders of space unfold before us, including the growth of the moon
it wont be long before were up in zero g
We'll experience weightlessness soon enough
above the atmosphere just you and me and me
We'll be soaring high above the Earth's atmosphere, just the three of us
your looking well but we can tell you need a fix
You seem fine, but we sense that you crave something more
for something more than just another chick flick
You want something more than just a typical romantic movie
a riff so strong that it belongs deep underground
We're looking for a powerful and soulful riff that feels like it should be tucked away in an underground club
a beat so sweet it makes you weep when we touch down
We're searching for a beat that is so moving and powerful, it brings tears to your eyes when we finally arrive at our destination
planet tokyo is a place not very far
Tokyo is not as far away as it seems
in your stereo its as close as where you are
You can experience the magic of Tokyo through your music, no matter where you are in the world
on the radio its a sound that you can see
The music of Tokyo is so vivid and powerful that it feels like a visual experience
planet tokyo is the place you want to be tonight
Tokyo is the destination that will fulfill our cravings for a powerful, emotional experience tonight
tonight
We're eager to experience the magic of Tokyo as soon as possible
planet tokyo is a place not very far
We're emphasizing that Tokyo is an easily accessible destination that can transport us emotionally and musically
in your stereo its as close as where you are
We're highlighting that the magic of Tokyo is always within reach through the power of music
on the radio its a sound that you can see
The music of Tokyo is so powerful that it feels like a sensory experience beyond just hearing
planet tokyo is the place you want to be tonight
Once again, we're emphasizing Tokyo as the ultimate destination for a powerful and emotional experience tonight
tonight
We're eager to experience the magic of Tokyo and make unforgettable memories tonight
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@DunielM
This still goes extremely hard in 2023. Also, lots of MCR vibes here, they knew what they were doing with this song. Absolute banger.
@stopbeinginsecure4786
Holy shit it’s like I’m 10 again haven’t heard this song/album since I was a kid. WHY ISNT NICE ON SPOTIFY WHAT THE FUCK
@pyroflare7774
Nice?
@edoardomaster64
this used to be on spotify, along the teen titans theme song and the hihi puffy ami yumi show theme with some others, they took it down some years ago, sadly :C I guess a contract ended or something
@stopbeinginsecure4786
@@edoardomaster64 luckily I found it on SoundCloud but …. Still…..
@gillesdiniz7494
Soundcloud has many full albums. Hey guys, I’m a huge Puffy fan and would like to create a group to share Puffy stuff. What you guys think? It would be a telegram group or something.
@rainbow_duckies
@@gillesdiniz7494 I don't have Telegram, but I could make an account. I'd love to join and meet more Puffy fans!!! Please let me know if you end up creating the group
@tremendousyeet3467
a flash game brought me here.
@ianrandolph6436
I REMEMBER WHICH ONE.
@giovanamartuccibaena834
me too