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.
The Earth Goes Around
Pizzicato Five Lyrics
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Translators: andrei cunha
Chikyu wa mawaru yo
La la la la la la la la
The earth goes around
La la la la la la la la
The lyrics to Pizzicato Five's "The Earth Goes Around" are deceptively simple, yet hold a deeper meaning. The repeated phrase "Chikyu wa mawaru yo" translates to "The Earth goes around," conveying the cyclical nature of life and the universe. The use of the word "yo" at the end adds a sense of emphasis and urgency to the statement, as if to remind us that time is constantly moving forward.
The addition of the "La la la" melody further emphasizes the idea of a repeating cycle, and the use of upbeat and playful instrumentation creates a sense of joy and wonder at the interconnectedness of all things. The song is both a celebration of life and a gentle reminder to appreciate our place in the grand scheme of things.
Overall, "The Earth Goes Around" serves as a simple yet powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of all things, and the importance of staying grounded in the midst of life's ever-changing cycles.
Line by Line Meaning
Chikyu wa mawaru yo
The globe rotates continuously
La la la la la la la la
No specific meaning, just added for musical effect
The earth goes around
It's a reminder that our planet is always spinning, and we're all a part of it
La la la la la la la la
Just a repeated melody
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DjEL CLECTIQUE
So glad to have found this again, happy happy happy, spun this, on Cahuenga and Hollywood Boulevard at the world-famous The Room around 1998 and 99, mixed it in with the drum and bass repertoire I formulated, the song Still kills!
SweetWheatsy
Absolutely, it's so good. Do you know if these guys have made something more in this more DnB-esque style?
DjEL CLECTIQUE
@SweetWheatsy the only time you'll see any drum and bass regarding Pizzicato five it's one another DJ takes the song in remixes it himself
SweetWheatsy
@DjEL CLECTIQUE Ah dang. Really love this style and was hoping they'd made more in the vein
DjEL CLECTIQUE
@SweetWheatsy I was suggest finding a fan club based record pool regarding Pizzicato five and see what you can come up with
Bas Distelmans
Wow, I'm about to play this on my first dj set in a few hours!
InterGalactDeeer
Really puts me at ease
Blankety Blank
so hard to find this track, love from someone who had this on cd in the 90s