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.
Cleopatra 2001
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
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Translators: ed valdez and ted mills
Eien no kurayami no naka wo
Hoki-boshi kakenukete yuku no
Andromeda fui ni hikatte
Kiseki ga umareru zencho
Eien no kurayami no kanata
Mawaridasu video tape kara
Itsuka yume mita oojisama ga
Ai no kotoba wo sasayaku to
Soo nisen-ichinen no kyo
Cleopatra wa nemuri kara mezameru no
Soo nisen-ichinen no kyo
Uwaki na koi no hoshi ga
Hitotsu umareru no
Hello
Ah daenkido kyo mo
Mawari tsuzukeru
Mujuryoku no satellite de
Venus wa sukoshi taikutsu
Eien no kurayami no kanata
Gin iro no video tape no naka
Itsuka deatta
Playboy no kudokimonku ga
Loop ni naru
Soo nisen-ichinen no kyo
Cleopatra wa nemuri kara mezameru no
Soo nisen-ichinen no kyo
Uwaki na koi no uwasa
Hitotsu umareru no
Goodbye
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In the perpetual darkness,
A comet passing through
Andromeda suddenly shines
A miracle is born, a sign
In total darkness on the other side
From a rolling video tape
A king I sometimes dream of
Softly whispers words of love
Yes, it's 2001 today
Cleopatra is dozing off so wake her up
Yes, it's 2001 today
The star of fickle love
Is born alone
Hello
Ah, and today the orbits
Continue to turn
Venus is a little bored
Of these weightless satellites
On the other side of perpetual darkness
On a silver video tape
The loving words of a playboy
I once met
Are being looped
And it's 2001 today
Cleopatra is sleepy so wake her up
And it's 2001 years today
The gossip of fickle love
Is born alone
Goodbye
The song "Cleopatra 2001" by Pizzicato Five is a story of a dream about the queen of Egypt, Cleopatra, who awakens from her slumber in the year 2001, encountering a comet passing through Andromeda, and the boredom of Venus. The song speaks to the idea that love stories and relationships are eternal and they continue to play out even in the depths of darkness.
The lyrics contain several references to pop culture and science, highlighting the theme of the song. The reference to Andromeda in the first verse symbolizes the vastness of space and the infinite possibilities for love and relationships. The mention of video tapes and the looped playboy's message in the second verse portray the concept of love stories captured through technology and replayed indefinitely. The music video of the song also features Cleopatra in various poses, accompanied by a disco beat, providing a playful backdrop to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
In the perpetual darkness,
Describes the setting, constant darkness.
A comet passing through
A shooting comet appearing, brief but significant.
Andromeda suddenly shines
Describes how the Andromeda galaxy sparkles all of a sudden.
A miracle is born, a sign
The sudden shine is miraculous and seen as a sign.
In total darkness on the other side
On the opposite dark side.
From a rolling video tape
Referring to the playback of a video.
A king I sometimes dream of
A dream of a king.
Softly whispers words of love
The whispered words of love are gentle.
Yes, it's 2001 today
Referring to the year 2001.
Cleopatra is dozing off so wake her up
Calling for Cleopatra to be awoken from sleep.
The star of fickle love
Refers to love that is unpredictable.
Is born alone
The birth of the love is solitary.
Hello
A greeting.
Ah, and today the orbits
Describing the current orbit(s).
Continue to turn
Reminding the listener(s) of the ongoing cycles.
Venus is a little bored
Venus is becoming bored after cycles of repetition.
Of these weightless satellites
Referring to the lightness of the artificial satellites.
On the other side of perpetual darkness
On a corresponding dark side.
On a silver video tape
A specific video being mentioned.
The loving words of a playboy
Reference to the words of a promiscuous person.
I once met
Remembering this interaction.
Are being looped
The playboy's words are being repeated in a loop.
And it's 2001 today
Referring again to the year 2001.
Cleopatra is sleepy so wake her up
Recalling the earlier request to awaken Cleopatra.
And it's 2001 years today
Referring to the same year with a different phrasing.
The gossip of fickle love
Repeating the idea that love is unpredictable.
Is born alone
The birth of this love is solitary.
Goodbye
A farewell.
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Lyric: Yasuharu Konishi
Music: Keigo Oyamada
Arrangement: Keigo Oyamada
@muncher64
A hat-tip to Bacharach and David. Thanks for posting.
@snowflower9559
昔から大好きな曲のひとつです♡
小山田くん作曲って最近カラオケで知りました♪
@brauliopiau
También es una de mis canciones favoritas desde que la conocí, al principio de los 2000s
@ShinyCreature
@@brauliopiau これカラオケあるの？まじでーーーー
マジでボブクリューなバーバレラなんだけど
@user-in1tf6vu6r
結婚式の入場曲、いい曲だったなー
@iceman7792
Sehr schön, Bossa jazz 👍
@oscaromero_
Nice
@hippyandchicky
Awesome
@m.mondacae6717
hermosa