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.
Shock Treatment
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Translators: andrei cunha
Kanojo wa anata ni muchu
Anata wa watashi nimuchu
Watashi wakare ga suki na no
Demo kare ga suki na no wa anata
Yoku aru
Hanashi ne
Suggoku
Zankoku
Yappari
Shock ne (4x)
Hikari no uzu wo abite
Hibiku rhythm ni awase
Unamu bass no naka de
Karapo ni naru no
Watashi ga kare ni furarete
Shanpan nomihoshita toki
Kare no tomodachi yatte kite
Watashi niko itta no yo
Yoku aru
Hanashi ne
Suggoku
Zankoku
Yappari
Shock ne (4x)
Hikari no uzu wo abite
Hibiku rhythm ni awase
Unamubass no naka de
Karapo ni naru no
Hikari no uzu ni magire
Oyogu sakanano yo ni
Usui sanso no naka de
Jiyu ni naru no
Hikari no uzu wo abite
Hibiku rhythm ni awase
Unamubass no naka de
Karapo ni naru no
Anata wa watashi nimuchu
Kanojo wa watashi nimuchu
Kare made watashi nimuchu
Demo watashi wa karera ni muchu
Kami-sama
Do suru
Suggoku
Zankoku
Yappari
Shock ne (4x)
Hikari no uzu wo abite
Hibiku rhythm ni awase
Unamubass no naka de
Karapo ni naru no
Hikari no uzu ni magire
Oyogu sakanano yo ni
Usui sanso no naka de
Jiyu ni naru no
Na na na na na
(ad lib)
---------------------------
She is crazy about you
You are crazy about me
I like him
But he likes you
This happens
All the time
It's so
Cruel
It's such a
Shock
Plunge into the swirl of light
Get into the echoing rhythm
Inside the growling bass
You feel like you're empty
When he dumped me
I was drowning my sorrows in champagne
A friend of his came and
Said to me
This happens
All the time
It's so
Cruel
It's such a
Shock
Plunge into the swirl of light
Get into the echoing rhythm
Inside the growling bass
You feel like you're empty
Plunge into the swirl of light
Like a fish swimming
Inside some weak acid solution
Free yourself
Plunge into the swirl of light
Get into the echoing rhythm
Inside the growling bass
You feel like you're empty
You are crazy about me
She is crazy about me
Even he is crazy about me
But I am crazy about them
Oh my god
What should I do
It's so
Cruel
It's such a
Shock
Plunge into the swirl of light
Get into the echoing rhythm
Inside the growling bass
You feel like you're empty
Plunge into the swirl of light
Like a fish swimming
Inside some weak acid solution
Free yourself
Na na na na na
(ad lib)
The song "Shock Treatment" by Pizzicato Five explores the dynamics of unrequited love and the pains of jealousy. The opening lines of the song are a reflection of how complicated love can be, with the singer admitting that she likes someone who is interested in someone else who is, in turn, interested in her. The chorus "It's so cruel, it's such a shock" highlights the pain of jealousy and the unexpectedness of love.
The verses of the song describe the singer's attempts to cope with lost love, as she drowns her sorrows in champagne and attempts to free herself from the pain. The metaphor "plunge into the swirl of light" suggests that she is trying to escape through distraction and possibly even substance abuse.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shock Treatment" explore the darker side of love that is often not talked about, including jealousy and heartbreak. The catchy rhythm and playful instrumentation, however, mask the darker lyrics, creating a paradoxical upbeat sound that reflects the complexities of love.
Line by Line Meaning
She is crazy about you
She is intensely in love with you
You are crazy about me
You are deeply infatuated with me
I like him
I have feelings for him
But he likes you
But he is interested in you
This happens
All the time
This is a common occurrence
It's so
Cruel
It's very unfair
It's such a
Shock
It's extremely surprising and unexpected
Plunge into the swirl of light
Get into the echoing rhythm
Inside the growling bass
You feel like you're empty
Immerse yourself in the vibrant surroundings and music, and feel a sense of emptiness
When he dumped me
I was drowning my sorrows in champagne
A friend of his came and
Said to me
After he broke up with me, I was drinking to forget, and one of his friends spoke to me
Plunge into the swirl of light
Like a fish swimming
Inside some weak acid solution
Free yourself
Fully embrace the vividness of life and break free from your negative state
You are crazy about me
She is crazy about me
Even he is crazy about me
But I am crazy about them
I am the object of many people's affections, but I have feelings for others
Oh my god
What should I do
It's so
Cruel
I feel desperate and overwhelmed by the unfairness of it all
Na na na na na
(ad lib)
Non-lexical vocables
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Johannes Pong
on ポプリ
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.
03461827594
on xxxxxxxxxman
Jutt