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.
Mini Cooper
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
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March afternoon
we are driving
to buy records
you are my driver
wearing sunglasses
your black leather gloves
I'm always lying drunk
in the back seat
the wind blows hard
feeling groovy
When we hear groovy music,
my baby driver
my baby driver
let's speed up
it's now 3 p.m.
we'll have tea at that cafe
you're wild
stop the car at the alley
stop!
The lyrics of Pizzicato Five's song "Mini Cooper" describe a leisurely drive taken by two individuals on a cloudy March afternoon to buy records. The singer, who is sitting in the backseat and seems to be inebriated, admires the driver's stylish attire, consisting of sunglasses and black leather gloves. The wind blowing through the open windows creates a relaxed, groovy atmosphere that is further enhanced by the music playing on the radio. As they are enjoying the ride, the singer urges the driver to speed up the Mini Cooper and skip tea in a café; instead, they make a quick stop in an alleyway.
The lyrics of "Mini Cooper" paint a picture of carefree enjoyment and liberation from mundane activities, such as drinking tea. The driver, who seems to be in charge, exudes a cool confidence that the singer finds attractive. The song echoes the youthful spirit of adventure, rejecting structures imposed by society, and relishing the freedom to do as one pleases, even if that means driving fast in a tiny car and stopping in a shady alleyway.
Line by Line Meaning
On a cloudy
It was a dull day
March afternoon
In the month of March, in the afternoon
we are driving
We are on a drive
to buy records
Heading to purchase some music albums
you are my driver
You are behind the steering wheel
wearing sunglasses
Sporting a pair of shades
your black leather gloves
Adorning the black leather gloves
suit you well
It looks good on you
I'm always lying drunk
I'm always lying at the back, drunk
in the back seat
At the rear end of the car
the wind blows hard
The breeze is strong
feeling groovy
Feeling great and upbeat
When we hear groovy music,
When good music comes on
my baby driver
My driver, my darling
my baby driver
My driver, my darling
let's speed up
Let's increase the car speed
it's now 3 p.m.
It's three in the afternoon
we'll have tea at that cafe
We'll stop at a cafe for tea
you're wild
You are adventurous
stop the car at the alley
Park the car in the narrow street
stop!
Halt the car immediately
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: YASHUHARU KONISHI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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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