1) Perfume is a three-girl… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Perfume:
1) Perfume is a three-girl j-pop / electro-pop group from Hiroshima, Japan who debuted locally in 2001 and nationally in 2005. In 2001, three 11-12 year old girls from an Artist School formed a group together in their hometown of Hiroshima primarily consisting of Yuka Kashino (Kashiyuka), Ayaka Nishiwaki (A-Chan) and Yūka Kawashima ("Kawayuka"). Because all three members had the Japanese character (香) for fragrance in their names, they named the group Perfume. Kawayuka soon left the group to pursue her studies and Ayano Omoto ("Nocchi") took her place, invited by A-Chan. In 2002, they released two limited edition singles only in Hiroshima, called “Omajinai★ペロリ” and “彼氏募集中”. All three members moved to Tokyo in 2003 and became produced by 中田ヤスタカ. Between the years of 2003 and 2004, they produced “スウィートドーナッツ”, “ モノクロームエフェクト”, and “ビタミンドロップ” under the indie label Bee-Hive Records. During that time, they performed to a one-man live three times. Because the girls were so energetic, fans acquired an appreciation for them.
It wasn’t until 2007 that Perfume gained attention, when their single “ポリリズム(Polyrhythm)” became the theme song for a nationwide recycling campaign. The day of its release, it hit number #4 on the Oricon charts and #7 for the weekly ranking, making this the first time Perfume reached the top 10. Almost overnight the group became a success, and to date they have sold nearly 60,000 copies of “ポリリズム”.
After that, they were invited to several shows and radio programs. On December 31st, 2007, Perfume performed in a concert titled “Countdown 2008”. This was by far the biggest performance in the history of the group. In February 2008, Perfume released their new single “Baby cruising Love / マカロニ" (Baby Cruising Love / Macaroni), breaking their previous record by achieving #3 on the daily and weekly charts. Since their newfound success, their album “Perfume ~Complete Best~” began to rechart despite being released two years prior.
Their second album "Game" charted number one on the Oricon chart.
Perfume’s single “love the wold”, the first from their third album ⊿, was released on July 9, 2008.
'Dream Fighter' was released on November 19, 2008 and placed 2nd on the Oricon charts, where it charted for 10 weeks and sold 105,000 copies.
The final single from ⊿, "ワンルーム・ディスコ" ("One Room Disco") was released on March 25, 2009. The single reached no.1 on the Oricon weekly chart dated April 1, and placed 59th on the yearly chart, selling 101,000 copies.
"不自然なガール / ナチュラルに恋して" ("Fushizen na Girl / Natural ni Koishite") is their tenth major single, and the first to be released from their currently un-named fourth studio album. Both songs were produced by Yasutaka Nakata, continuing Perfume's exclusive relationship with him as their producer. The double a-side single will be released on April 14, 2010.
Their third album ⊿ (pronounced Triangle) was released on July 8, 2009, and has been so far sold certified platinum for sales of 250,000 copies. This success can be attributed to a successful string of 3 singles: 'love the world', 'Dream Fighter' and 'ワンルーム・ディスコ' (One Room Disco); as well as a sucessful national tour.
Their song Polyrhythm is showcased in the Pixar movie Cars 2.
Their fourth album, LEVEL3 was released on October 2, 2013.
On April 6th 2016, Perfume released their fifth album, Cosmic Explorer, their first album in nearly 3 years, and on August 15th 2018, the album Future Pop.
The following year, the group had released a new, remastered complete compilation of single releases + a lot of b-sides - Perfume The Best "P Cubed".
At this very moment the group is anticipating the release of their first mini-album ポリゴンウェイヴ, scheduled for September 2021.
2) Perfume was also a British indie band formed in Leicester, England, and active between 1993 and 1997. They released two albums, "One" and "Yesterday Rising".
3) Perfume is an American band. Originally formed in 1999 in Santa Cruz, California. The band's other home was Portland, Oregon from 2001-2003. Influenced by many groups of the last 50 years, the band's sound was an amalgam of sorts, with heavy drumming, lots of distortion, and infectious melodies that could be heard through the wall of sound produced by this power-trio.
They released one album titled "Today's Favorite Game" in 2003. The album features "Natural Bridges," a song about losing a loved one, "Letter in my Living Room," about a friend's drug addiction, and the acoustic ballad "Pretend it's my Soul," which was recorded in Portland's Jackpot! Studios. Today's Favorite Game CD music contains a single disc with 12 songs.
Speed of Sound
Perfume Lyrics
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point
engine
landing
take off
turn
nice
flight
rise
sailing
sky
sunshine
cross
cloud
space
light
flash
magic
science
technology
transport
travel
love
Speed of Sound
Perfume's "Speed of Sound" is a song that speaks about the endless possibilities of science, technology, and transportation in taking people to new heights and traveling into space. The song's lyrics talk about the different stages of a journey, from taking off to navigating through the clouds, and ultimately reaching the light and magic of space.
The lyrics about starting, turning, and landing refer to the initial stages of the journey, where the spacecraft is still preparing for take-off, navigating through the obstacles, and finally landing safely. As the journey progresses, the song talks about the rise and sail of the spacecraft into the sky and beyond, into the vast void of space.
The second verse of the song speaks of the sunshine, clouds, and crossing over, portraying the beauty and majesty of the journey. Finally, the singers talk about the "flash of magic and science" that makes space travel possible, and how love is the driving force behind this quest for knowledge and exploration.
Overall, "Speed of Sound" speaks of the wonder and awe that surrounds space travel and what it takes to make it possible, highlighting the importance of science, technology, and perseverance in achieving greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
starting
The beginning of a journey, the moment when the adventure commences.
point
The destination that one wishes to reach, the end goal of the journey.
engine
The driving force behind the journey, the power that propels one forward.
landing
The completion of the journey, the arrival at the destination.
take off
The moment when the journey truly begins, the launch into the unknown.
turn
The twists and turns of the journey, the unexpected events that shape the experience.
nice
The beauty and wonder of the journey, the amazing sights and experiences that one encounters along the way.
flight
The act of soaring through the sky, the freedom and exhilaration of being airborne.
rise
The ascent into the heavens, the feeling of soaring higher and higher on wings of imagination.
sailing
The smooth and effortless glide through space, the sensation of floating on air.
sky
The endless expanse above, the place where imagination can take flight.
sunshine
The warmth and light of the sun, the energy that fuels the journey.
cross
The crossing of barriers and boundaries, the triumph over obstacles to reach the destination.
cloud
The ethereal nature of the journey, the feeling of being surrounded by a dreamlike atmosphere.
space
The vastness of the universe, the limitless potential of the journey.
light
The illumination that comes from the journey, the enlightenment that allows one to see things in a new way.
flash
The sudden burst of inspiration, the moment of clarity that lights the way forward.
magic
The enchantment and wonder of the journey, the feeling that anything is possible.
science
The knowledge and understanding that comes from the journey, the learning that helps one to grow.
technology
The tools and resources that make the journey possible, the advances that allow one to push the limits of what is possible.
transport
The means by which one travels on the journey, the vehicle that carries one forward.
travel
The act of exploring new horizons, the journey of self-discovery and growth.
love
The passion and commitment that fuels the journey, the connection to something greater that makes the adventure worthwhile.
Contributed by Luke R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
geo8658333
Oh Japan... such great music, and such great drives.
masa77521028
非常に曲にあってますね!!かっこいい!!
SeeU Hikari
so great !!!!
ぱふゅ子
Perfume(というかヤスタカさん)にはまたこの曲のように自由な曲作りをしてほしいですね。
Hugo Paz
World of Fantasy, Perfume ✨🌟😊
tsjoencinema
If the car had wings it would take off :D
ゴマちゃん
さいこお〜〜〜〜〜〜〜❤❤❤
machan4181
@koblee1960 さんコメント有難うございます。気にいって頂けて光栄です^^
ムーミンパパ
おいらも車の中で聴いてるよ!特に高速道路にはピッタリですな。
machan4181
@Lucifer4949 さん コメントありがとうございます。同じ動画をスローでなんて事はしませんが、別の新設チャンネルにでも予定させて頂きます^^