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.
Funky Lovechild
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
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Translators: Andrei Cunha
ameagari no
machi ni futari
bishonure no t-shirt de
ai shita
sora no muko
penki-e-no-gu no niji ga kakaru
hoshi wa meguri
michibikiau
futari wa funky love child
hadashi no mama
chikaiatta
ai shite funky love child
sekai-ju ni
tatta futari
kiss shite funky love child
kodomo no yo ni futari
boro boro no dress de
dakiau
yoru no ao ga
machi wo nurasu
harlem no sora ni hoshi ga kagayaku
scorpio to
aquarius
sore wa futari no ai no shirushi
tsuki wa michite
soshite kakeru
futari wa funky love child
kami no miwaza
koi no toriko
ai shite funky love child
sekai-ju ni tatta futari
kiss shite funky love child
kodomo no yo ni futari
yoru ni obieteru
ai shite
hoshi wa meguri
michibikiau
futari wa funky love child
hadashi no mama
chikaiau no
ai shite funky love child
sekai-ju ni
tatta futari
kiss shite funky love child
kodomo no yo ni futari
michi ni suwarikonde
dakiau
tsuki wa michite
soshite kakeru
futari wa funky love child
kami no miwaza
koi no toriko
ai shite funky love child
sekai-ju ni tatta futari
kiss shite funky love child
kodomo no yo ni futari
o-goe de naiteru
ai shite
dj...
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after the rain we
made love
wearing soaking wet
t-shirts
under the
marmalade sky
a rainbow like a palette
the stars rule
our destiny
we are funky love children
we promised each other
barefoot
love me funky love child
there's just the two of us
on earth
kiss me funky love child
just like children we
hug wearing
rags
the blue night
gets the city wet
stars twinkle above harlem
scorpio and
aquarius
are the signs of our love
the moon goes full
then starts to wane
we are funky love children
a trick of god
a puppet of love
love me funky love child
just the two of us on earth
kiss me funky love child
just like children we
are afraid of dark
love me
the stars rule
our destiny
we are funky love children
we promised each other
barefoot
love me funky love child
there's just the two of us
on earth
kiss me funky love child
just like children we
sit on the sidewalk
and hug
the moon goes full
then starts to wane
we are funky love children
a trick of god
a puppet of love
love me funky love child
just the two of us on earth
kiss me funky love child
just like children we
cry out loud
love me
dj...
The lyrics of Pizzicato Five's song "Funky Lovechild" describe a couple's love and the power of the stars and moon in bringing them together. The first verse depicts the couple making love after the rain, wearing soaked t-shirts under a rainbow-colored sky. The chorus emphasizes their strong bond and love for each other, referring to them as "funky love children" who are guided by the stars and destiny. The second verse highlights the setting of Harlem at night, with the stars shining above and the couple's zodiac signs, Scorpio and Aquarius, symbolizing their love. As the moon goes through its phases, their love continues to grow and evolve, depicted as a trick of fate and puppet of love.
The lyrics of "Funky Lovechild" are rich with imagery and metaphors, emphasizing the power of nature and destiny in shaping the couple's love story. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody underscore the joy and passion of their love, making it a beloved classic of Pizzicato Five's discography.
Line by Line Meaning
after the rain we made love wearing soaking wet t-shirts
We made love in the rain while wearing soaking wet t-shirts
under the marmalade sky a rainbow like a palette
Under the sunset sky, a colorful rainbow was present
the stars rule our destiny we are funky love children
Our destiny is determined by the stars, and we embrace our funky identity as a couple
we promised each other barefoot love me funky love child
We made a promise to love and cherish each other as funky love children, without any material trappings
there's just the two of us on earth kiss me funky love child
We are alone on this planet, and express our love through childlike playfulness
just like children we hug wearing rags
We hug each other despite being in ragged clothes, like children who care more about affection than appearance
the blue night gets the city wet stars twinkle above harlem
In the blue night, the city is drenched, and the stars sparkle above the Harlem neighborhood
scorpio and aquarius are the signs of our love
Our relationship is symbolized by the zodiac signs Scorpio and Aquarius
the moon goes full then starts to wane we are funky love children
As the moon waxes and wanes, we remain funky love children, subject to the whims of love's fickle nature
a trick of god a puppet of love love me funky love child
We feel like puppets of love, subject to its mysterious power and its heedless whims
just like children we sit on the sidewalk and hug
Like children, we find joy in simple things, like sitting on the sidewalk and hugging
just like children we cry out loud love me
We express our love with childlike enthusiasm, crying out our feelings for each other
Contributed by Tyler I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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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