1) Rake was an art rock/noise roc… Read Full Bio ↴There are four artists named Rake:
1) Rake was an art rock/noise rock musical ensemble from Northern Virginia (near Washington, DC), founded in 1989. Not aligned with the post-punk/hardcore bands more commonly associated with the local underground music scene, Rake took a more experimental route and were more closely aligned with fellow Virginia-based bands Pelt and Wingtip Sloat, throughout the 1990s, a relationship cemented via their principle label, VHF Records. (View full bio for more info)
2) Rake(レイク) is a Japanese Singer-songwriter born in Sendai. He began an interest in music by playing an antique guitar at his family home, and in high school, was a member of a hard rock band. In university, Rake considered singing for the first time, and began steps to becoming a professional musician. (View full bio for more info)
3) Like a hot western wind blowing across the plains, Rake has become an unavoidable presence on the Canadian rock map. Climbing each step of popularity and critical acclaim carefully and quickly with superbly crafted songwriting and a high energy show, Rake has become the next big thing coming out of the West. Working with such talents as Chad Kroeger, Danny Craig, Joey Moi and Matt Martone, Rake has carved out a distinguishable and unforgettable sound in the rock radio genre as well a sizable following. (View full bio for more info)
4) A New Zealand band associated with the Palmerston North record label Yellow Bike Records, comprised of Graeme Galyer, Paul Hirst and Royce Rees.
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1) Rake was an art rock/noise rock musical ensemble from Northern Virginia (near Washington, DC), founded in 1989. Not aligned with the post-punk/hardcore bands more commonly associated with the local underground music scene, Rake took a more experimental route and were more closely aligned with fellow Virginia-based bands Pelt and Wingtip Sloat, throughout the 1990s, a relationship cemented via their principle label, VHF Records.
Band members Vinnie Van Go-Go (a.k.a. VVGG, a.k.a. OASTEM! Jim), Bill Kellum, and C-Man (Carl Moller) released their first record in 1989, a 7” 45 rpm single called "Cow Song" and the follow-up EP "Motorcycle Shoes" in 1990. The punkish leanings on these recordings were soon superseded by more experimental offerings such as the cassette "The Day I Remembered Seeing Ice" and the LP "Rake Is My Co-Pilot", the latter featuring a sidelong extemporization on the lead song from the "Motorcycle Shoes" EP. The band's early recordings featured (mostly shouted) vocals, but the band's later work was generally instrumental in nature. Although Rake's main instruments were electric guitar, bass and drums, they made liberal use of tape loops, synthesizers, static, and anything else they saw fit. The band's sound reached a highbrow, minimalistic/ambient peak on 1998 album Resume The Cosmos, which was released by Australian label Camera Obscura but their aesthetic is best summed up by their double CD release "The Art Ensemble Of Rake/The Tell-Tale Moog" which combined lengthy improvisations with found sounds, field recordings and harsh edits. The second disc was largely indexed at 60-second intervals, regardless of the musical content, although one 5-second section was simply a recording of a male voice saying, "Look out: rattlesnake!".
Often wilfully mysterious (to the point of providing misinformation, particularly through the OASTEM! website), Rake released a steady stream of vinyl singles, CDs, cassettes and later CDR's, mostly on VHF. However, they were never a touring act, only performing intermittently around the Virginia/ Maryland area. Although they never formally split and members of the band continue to work together, only archive material has been released during this decade.
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2) Rake(レイク) is a Japanese Singer-songwriter born in Sendai. He began an interest in music by playing an antique guitar at his family home, and in high school, was a member of a hard rock band. In university, Rake considered singing for the first time, and began steps to becoming a professional musician.
Rake performed as the opening act to Japanese band Kimaguren's (キマグレン) 2009 tour "Kid in the Sky", and the following January debuted under Sony Music Japan, with the single "Fly Away." The song was used as the theme song for the Tokyo Metropolitan Television drama "Taxmen", and while few copies were sold, the song received such extremely heavy airplay across Japan that it topped Billboard's Japan Hot 100 chart for two weeks. Rake, after releasing his debut extended play "all I need is...", performed his first solo concert in July, followed by performances at summer festival Summer Sonic in August.
In 2011, Rake had his first hit single, "Hyakuman-kai no 'I Love You'," which was used in a television commercial campaign for Yokohama Tire. The song was successful on the RIAJ Digital Track Chart in its first week, debuting at number six. However, due to the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami occurring several days after the single's physical release in Rake's hometown, many promotional events for the song were cancelled. Rake was at his home in Sendai at the time of the earthquake.
In 2012, Rake released a double a-side single, "Subarashiki Sekai/Taisetsu na Hito" (素晴らしき世界/大切な人 - Wonderful World/Important Person), which "Subarashiki Sekai" was chosen as Uchuu Kyoudai's (Space Brothers) anime ending theme. In July, he released his second full album, "WONDERFUL WORLD" with 13 tracks. The album had a regular (CD Only) and a limited edition (CD+DVD).
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rake_%28singer%29
Official Sony Music Site: http://www.sonymusic.co.jp/Music/Arch/ARI/rake/
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3) Like a hot western wind blowing across the plains, Rake has become an unavoidable presence on the Canadian rock map. Climbing each step of popularity and critical acclaim carefully and quickly with superbly crafted songwriting and a high energy show, Rake has become the next big thing coming out of the West. Working with such talents as Chad Kroeger, Danny Craig, Joey Moi and Matt Martone, Rake has carved out a distinguishable and unforgettable sound in the rock radio genre as well a sizable following.
Now, with gigs most bands would kill for, opening for the likes of The Tragically Hip, Nickelback, Live and Default, Rake had come out on top with their 2005 release "From Darker Days", packed with fierce, inimitable songs ready to be heard by all of Canada and beyond. Such songs as "Without A Sound" and "A Perfect End" charted Jode Terry’s growth as a songwriter, as well as the emergence of Chris "Maz" Ryan as a vocal force.
In 2006, Rake was noteably the only indie band added to the Nickelback 2006 tour as it swept through Alberta. The amazing opportunity has risen the band to all new heights, and resulted in a huge increase of record sales and an ever increasing fan base.
With the success of the past year, Rake is heading into the studio for a follow up Record to include new fan favourites such as ‘Deteriorate’ and ‘Take Me Home’. Even before completion, the new year gains light with Rake’s known determination and promises of cross Canada airplay, high-profile support slots and a much awaited headline tour.
Freaky!
Rake Lyrics
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触れられないくらいに敏感な 閉ざしたyour secret zone
もう十分だなんて嘘さ
Freaky, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Listen to the voice from bottom of inside
Hit me, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
いつかその日が来ると 気付けばずいぶん待ちました
(so long time I've been waiting)
明日ももうすぐ今日になって(time is money?)
夢を語るだけじゃそりゃ前には進めない(not a lie)
あとは任せたなんて嘘さ
Freaky, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Listen to the voice from bottom of inside
Hit me, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Take me to your place and get me high
今目の前に果てしない世界がほら
君を待っている 顔上げ前を見て
余計なものは全て脱ぎ捨てて
飾らない君の想いを 空へ高く歌へ
Freaky, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Listen to the voice from bottom of inside
Hit me, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Take me to your place and get me high
Freaky, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Listen to the voice from bottom of inside
Hit me, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Take me to your place and get me high
The Japanese song “Freaky!” by Rake is an upbeat and eccentric song about breaking free from societal expectations and embracing one’s inner desires. The lyrics suggest that within everyone there is a “secret zone” that is sensitive and hidden, but it’s time to stop lying to oneself about being satisfied with the status quo. The chorus encourages the listener to embrace a wild and untamed attitude, to listen to the inner voice that desires to break free, take risks, and explore the endless possibilities of the world. The song suggests that by shedding the unnecessary objects and behaviors that society imposes upon us, we can reach for the stars and sing boldly into the sky.
The song also touches on the need to take action, to not just dream but to actually work towards our goals. Waiting for the future to come will not get us anywhere, and we need to let go of the lies we tell ourselves to break free from our mental chains. Rake’s captivating use of catchy beats, vivid imagery, and motivational phrases inspires listeners to release their inhibitions and embrace their inner freaky selves.
Line by Line Meaning
君の中に眠ってる 奥の方に隠してる
Your deepest secrets are hidden in the depths of your heart
触れられないくらいに敏感な 閉ざしたyour secret zone
Your secret zone is so sensitive that it cannot be touched
もう十分だなんて嘘さ
Saying that you've had enough is a lie
いつかその日が来ると 気付けばずいぶん待ちました
I've waited so long without even realizing for that day to come
明日ももうすぐ今日になって(time is money?)
Tomorrow quickly becomes today, time is valuable
夢を語るだけじゃそりゃ前には進めない(not a lie)
Just talking about your dreams won't help you move forward (and that's not a lie)
あとは任せたなんて嘘さ
Saying that you'll leave it to chance is a lie
今目の前に果てしない世界がほら 君を待っている
There's a limitless world waiting for you right in front of you
顔上げ前を見て 余計なものは全て脱ぎ捨てて
Look up and throw away all unnecessary things
飾らない君の想いを 空へ高く歌へ
Let your honest feelings soar high into the sky and music
Freaky, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Be wild and adventurous, don't be afraid to take risks
Listen to the voice from bottom of inside
Pay attention to your innermost thoughts and feelings
Hit me, it is the time to be crazy, stop looking around
Let loose and do something daring, forget about your surroundings
Take me to your place and get me high
Take me to the place where you can be yourself and feel ecstatic
Contributed by Cameron G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@maceys3299
1:50 is Nicki's verse, you're welcome
@amandabrown6281
Good form Beautiful!
@darijavincic4566
2:20 omg tnx for 158 likes ❤️😳
@yselynrse9009
Thx
@Emily-ik1lb
@@darijavincic4566 thx
@maceys3299
@@Emily-ik1lb Woah woah excuse me no no no that's when the tik tok verse starts
@pulanemabasa4896
At this point "ft nicki minaj" should be a genre of its own😭🤚🏾
@jomarericdorog9162
True
@ro_ro22
Lmao fr
@diyanahdifaa1727
Lmaooo fr though 😭