Pizzicato Five (often nicknamed "P5") is a legendary Japanese group that fo… Read Full Bio ↴Pizzicato Five (often nicknamed "P5") is a legendary Japanese group that formed in 1984. Arguably the first group to popularize shibuya-kei from underground circles, they also later on began experimenting with the style, with what some called an innovative genre all their own, blending traditional Japanese pop, alternative, soul, funk, jazz, ye-ye, acoustic folk, and early electronic music, among others. They are also perhaps best known to audiences in the west in their later incarnation as a duo of Nomiya Maki (野宮真貴) and Konishi Yasuharu (小西康陽).

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.

Trailer Music
Pizzicato Five Lyrics

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Trailer Music

welcome ladies and gentlemen
to what the whole world was anxiously expecting
pizzicato five's
new album has

finally been released

its title being
happy end of the world

the eternally charming
nomiya maki-san and

the always funny
konishi yasuharu-san
bring to you

this extremely and unbearably
cute and lovely
musical present
you will never get tired of
listening to it
going on a drive for pleasure or
when you're making
love to your sweetheart
please sit back relax and

have fun
to...the...end

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pizzicato Five's "Trailer Music" serve as an introduction to the band's new album, "Happy End of the World." The lyrics are spoken by an announcer welcoming the listeners to the much anticipated release of the album. The band members, the charming and sophisticated singer Nomuya Maki and the wacky Yasuharu Konishi, are introduced as the creators of the album that promises to be "extremely and unbearably cute and lovely." The listener is invited to sit back, relax, and have fun listening to the music that fits perfectly with any occasion: driving for pleasure or making love to your sweetheart.

The lyrics serve to create a mood of anticipation and excitement for the new album. The tone of the announcement is light and playful, as befits the band's style. The lyrics are almost a parody of a traditional radio announcer's introduction, with the emphasis on the album's charming and delightful qualities. It's as if the album is meant to be a happy escape from reality, much like a fun drive or a romantic night with a loved one. Overall, the lyrics to "Trailer Music" serve as an invitation to enjoy the simple pleasures of life through the band's music.

Line by Line Meaning

welcome ladies and gentlemen
Greetings to all those present, whether male or female

to what the whole world was anxiously expecting
To the event that the entire world has been eagerly anticipating

pizzicato five's
The musical ensemble known as Pizzicato Five

new album has
Released a recent album

finally been released
At last, made it available to the public

its title being
Named, or entitled

happy end of the world
The album bears the name "Happy End of the World"

the eternally charming
Maki Nomiya, who is always captivating

nomiya maki-san and
Maki Nomiya, in addition to

the always funny
Yasuharu Konishi, who never fails to amuse

konishi yasuharu-san
Yasuharu Konishi