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.
Drinking Wine
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
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on the terrasse where the wind blows
you can hear the sea from far away
and you playing the guitar
if god called me today
to tell me
of my life
it would be just fine
the sky looks lovely today
if it's today i don't mind
if god comes whispering in my year
'how do you like the wine?'
'the wine you
'just opened?'
i would be just too happy
to offer him
some
'please have some'
The lyrics to Pizzicato Five's song "Drinking Wine" paint a serene picture of a beautiful day spent outdoors with a bottle of wine and a guitar. The setting is perfect for relaxation and being able to hear the distant sound of the sea only adds to the calm atmosphere. The singer's thoughts turn to the idea of mortality, if today were to be their last day on earth, it would be alright because of the beauty of their surroundings. The sky looks lovely and they are content with the idea of it being their last day.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is in a state of contentment and appreciation for the simple pleasures in life. They would even be happy to share their wine with a higher power, a hypothetical god who may visit them. The act of sharing is a sign of the singer's generosity and desire to spread joy.
Overall, the song "Drinking Wine" invokes feelings of warmth, gratitude, and a connection with nature.
Line by Line Meaning
one bottle of wine on the table
There's a single bottle of wine on the table.
on the terrasse where the wind blows
The table is on a terrace that's windy.
you can hear the sea from far away
The sound of the sea can be heard from a distance.
and you playing the guitar
You're playing the guitar.
if god called me today
If God were to call me today.
to tell me
To inform me.
this is the last day
That this is my last day.
of my life
The final day of my life.
it would be just fine
I'd be okay with it.
the sky looks lovely today
The sky looks beautiful right now.
if it's today i don't mind
If today is my last day, it's alright.
if god comes whispering in my year
If God were to come and whisper in my ear.
'how do you like the wine?'
"What do you think of the wine?"
'the wine you
"This wine that you've
'just opened?'
"just opened?"
i would be just too happy
I would be extremely happy.
to offer him
To present to God.
some
A portion of the wine.
'please have some'
"Please, have some."
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Johannes Pong
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Holy $#it what a masterpiece. It might even be my favourite P5 album (so hard to choose)! Wow sounds even better than 1996. Konishi sensei is a genius. Timeless. No. It sounds like the future as well as disarmingly nostalgic. All Feelz.
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