Pizzicato Five (often nicknamed "P5") is a legendary Japanese group that fo… Read Full Bio ↴Pizzicato Five (often nicknamed "P5") is a legendary Japanese group that formed in 1984. Arguably the first group to popularize shibuya-kei from underground circles, they also later on began experimenting with the style, with what some called an innovative genre all their own, blending traditional Japanese pop, alternative, soul, funk, jazz, ye-ye, acoustic folk, and early electronic music, among others. They are also perhaps best known to audiences in the west in their later incarnation as a duo of Nomiya Maki (野宮真貴) and Konishi Yasuharu (小西康陽).

They are widely credited to have spearheaded the "Shibuya-kei" movement of Tokyo in the 90s, along with Flipper's Guitar.

They are known for their eclectic and energetic compositions, which often sound like "new" releases from the late 1960s hipster scene. Their catchphrase--"A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular"--captured the group's ironic stance but eager attitude. The group broke up in March 2001.

A hugely prolific group, Pizzicato Five would release at least an album-per-year along with various EPs and remix albums during their 16 year-career.

Both Nomiya Maki (野宮真貴) and Konishi Yasuharu(小西康陽) currently enjoy solo careers - with Konishi Yasuharu(小西康陽) producing other artists ranging from Puffy and SMAP to Cornelius and kahimi karie(カヒミ・カリィ) - alongside collaborative remix compilations - from Ella Fitzgerald and The Supremes to classic Disney and Thunderbirds (as in Super-Marionated) music on his Shibuya-based Readymade Records label.

On Thursday March 31st, 2011, exactly 10 years after Pizzicato Five disbanded, Konishi Yasuharu announced a new solo project called Pizzicato One. The first release, titled One and Ten Very Sad Songs, consists of covers of English songs, each featuring vocals by various internationally-known artists from around the world.

Catchy (Voltage Unlimited by T
Pizzicato Five Lyrics

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あなたは私のことが
好きなんでしょう
今夜も私に電話を
かけたいんでしょう
震える声で名前を
呼びたいんでしょう
毎晩神様にお祈りしてるんでしょう
スウィートなチョコレート

スウィートなソウル･ミュージック
スウィートなキスはいつでも
とってもキャッチー
真夜中のドライヴ
迎えに来てよね
新しいクルマは
とってもキャッチー
新しい洋服と
新しい恋人
新しい私の部屋は
東京タワーが見える
とってもキャッチー
キャッチー...

真夜中のTVに
私が出ている
有名になるのは
とってもキャッチー
新しいカメラで
私を写して
新しいヘアスタイル
新しいマスカラ
とってもキャッチー
キャッチー...
新しいダンスと
新しいゴシップ
新しいレコードは
ベースの音が低くて

とってもキャッチー
キャッチー...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pizzicato Five's song "Catchy" are an exploration of the desire for attention and affirmation from others. The first verse speaks directly to a presumed object of desire, asking if they like the singer and want to call them. The singer thinks that this person wants to call them and "trembles" at the thought of saying their name. This suggests that the singer is not used to being desired or pursued, and is excited by the possibility of attention from someone they find attractive.

The chorus of the song paints a picture of a glamorous, exciting life. References to "sweet chocolate," "sweet soul music," and "sweet kisses" suggest a desire for pleasure and sensory stimulation. The line "everything's so catchy" reinforces the idea that the singer is looking for something that will hook them and keep their attention. The second verse shifts to a more external focus, with the singer expressing a desire for fame and recognition. They imagine being on TV and becoming famous with new hair and makeup, which they believe will be "catchy." This suggests that the singer is not just looking for personal attention, but also wants to be admired and celebrated by a wider audience.

Overall, "Catchy" is a song about wanting to be noticed and desired, both by one individual and by society at large. The lyrics suggest that the singer may not be used to this kind of attention, but is excited by the possibility of being seen as glamorous and desirable. The song is upbeat and catchy, with a retro feel that reflects the desire for a more glamorous, exciting life.

Line by Line Meaning

あなたは私のことが
You must like me

好きなんでしょう
That's why

今夜も私に電話を
You want to call me tonight

かけたいんでしょう
Don't you?

震える声で名前を
You want to call my name

呼びたいんでしょう
With a trembling voice

毎晩神様にお祈りしてるんでしょう
Are you praying every night to God

スウィートなチョコレート
Sweet chocolate

スウィートなソウル･ミュージック
Sweet soul music

スウィートなキスはいつでも
Sweet kisses are always

とってもキャッチー
So catchy