From the age of 7 to 10, Rie fu lived in Maryland, United States. She was greatly influenced by The Carpenters and female singers/songwriters such as Sheryl Crow and Michelle Branch. Rie fu started writing songs in high school with her piano and guitar. Within a year, her talents were recognized by Sony, who released her first single in March 2004.
Rie fu's songs are often bilingual. Although most of her songs are primarily sung in Japanese, many feature entire verses written in English. Her debut album features two entirely English songs, "Voice" and "Shine," both of which she wrote herself. Of her songs written entirely in Japanese, at least two have later been released with English language versions.
Rie completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, London, in 2007. She has returned to Japan to further pursue her musical career.
Rie fu maintains a blog in Japanese.
Somebody's World
Rie fu Lyrics
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What I had dreamed of had swept through my cheek, and now it swept away once again
What if her life is on air every weekdays, from 10 to 11:35
Would you care enough to watch it with a handful of popcorn in your hand?
Would it entertain you enough for the day?
Would you care enough to know that she feels like she’s abandoned from the people she thinks she still can’t open up her heart to?
chiisaii koro otona wa minna tadashii iki mono ga tomotteta
itsuka wa jibun mo son na uuni nareru to omotteta
yume de mita ka kookei wa utsushiku takeyamitte ta
dakedo tottemo kanashiku te namida kora e te ta
watashi ni wa kotoba to sukoshi no koodo ga are ba
kokoro ga atatakaku natte ku
I just wanna be the free and natural me
I just want you to feel the same as me
dream ootteku uchi ni kimi kara tooza katte itta
anzoshita kuwanai motto uetodo ku you ni
aru ki tsuzuketai kara
I reach out for you
feeling the beat in your hand
I just wanna be free
Can you strike up a conversation with a stranger on the street and make a connection?
Stop them from jumping off the platform!
Don’t use up all you’ve got, if you really wanna stay here long enough to be saved
What if her life is on air every weekdays, from 10 to 11:35
Would you care enough to watch it with a handful of popcorn in your hand?
Would it entertain you enough for the day?
The lyrics of Rie fu's song "Somebody's World" explore themes of connection, kindness, and empathy. The opening lines express a sense of wonder at the beauty of a tender touch, suggesting a longing for human connection. The following lines describe a dream that has been swept away, leaving the singer feeling empty and uncertain. The next verse poses a series of questions, challenging the listener to consider their own capacity for empathy and their willingness to engage with others who may be struggling. The final lines urge the listener to reach out to others and make connections in order to build a stronger sense of community.
Overall, the lyrics of "Somebody's World" suggest that even small acts of kindness and empathy can make a big difference in the lives of others. By taking the time to connect with others and show compassion, we can build a stronger sense of community and create a more supportive world.
Line by Line Meaning
So touch me like a soft breeze, I never knew I could be so blessed
Touch me with the gentlest of touches, I never knew I could be so fortunate.
What I had dreamed of had swept through my cheek, and now it swept away once again
What I had hoped for briefly came to fruition, only to slip away once more.
Would you care enough to know that she feels like she’s abandoned from the people she thinks she still can’t open up her heart to?
Would you show enough concern to understand her feeling of isolation and inability to trust those around her?
Would you be kind enough to know that they’ve got something to say, but everything inside pulls them down to the point where they can’t sing out to the world
Would you be compassionate enough to recognize that they have something to share, but are held back by overwhelming internal struggles?
I just wanna be the free and natural me
I desire only to be my true self without any constraints or pretense.
dream ootteku uchi ni kimi kara tooza katte itta
While I am pursuing my aspirations and goals, I feel as though you are becoming more distant.
Can you strike up a conversation with a stranger on the street and make a connection?
Are you capable of initiating a conversation with a stranger and creating a bond?
Stop them from jumping off the platform!
Prevent them from carrying out a drastic action.
Don’t use up all you’ve got, if you really wanna stay here long enough to be saved
Do not exhaust all your energy and resources if you genuinely wish to endure long enough to overcome a hardship.
Contributed by Colton R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.