Shakalabbits first formed in May 1999 as the band Juu-Shock. The band chang… Read Full Bio ↴Shakalabbits first formed in May 1999 as the band Juu-Shock. The band changed its name two months later to Shakalabbits by combining lead singer Uki’s favorite animal (Rabbit) and the Japanese name for Siddhartha (the Buddha), Shaka. They began gigging around Tokyo in August of 1999 and cut their first single SWISS MAMMY, releasing it through indie label Evil Design Records. They then released OVERDOING, a MAXI-Single, on September 9, 2000.

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current members:
(vo) UKI
(gt) TAKE-C
(ba) YOSUKE
(dr) MAH

former member:
(ba) KING

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Discography:

[Singles]
OVERDOING (2000.9.20)
Let's PARTY!! (2001.5.16)
ROLLIE (2002.5.22)
STAND BY YOU!! (2002.7.24 / split single with 175R)
head-scissors (2002.11.6)
Pivot (2003.5.8)
MONSTER TREE (2003.9.3)
Hoshizora no Shita de / Pobii to Dingan (2003.11.6)
GO☆SKIP IT(2004.7.28)
between YOU and ME (2005.5.18)
Ladybug (2005.9.14)
Dazzling Soup / Silk (2006.9.27)
Monologue (2006.11.22)
Walk Over the Rainbow (2008.9.24)
Roller Coaster / BIRTHDAY (2009.8.26)
NACHO ROLL (2010.5.19)
mademoiselle non non (2011.8.24)

[Albums]
EXPLORING OF THE SPACE (2001.10.31)
CLUTCH (2004.2.18)
BURNING CYLINDER (2004.9.29)
CRIMSON SQUARE (2005.10.19)
Uso wo mazekonda shinjitsu no soup (2007.3.7)
MUSHROOMCAT RECORD (February 2008)
SHAKALABBITS (2008.10.22)
4 ALL AGES (2009.10.21)
Phasemeter Trippin' Bug Shake (2010.9.1)
Condenser Baby (February 2012)

[Live DVD]
Live and let live TOUR 2003～Half the battle～ (2003.12.03)
SHAKALABBITS VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS GREATEST HITS？ VOL.1 (2005.2.16)
between YOU and ME SHOW 2005 FINAL in Nihon Budokan (2006.2.15)
Kamino machi theater (2007.8.22)
THE BOUNCING FAMILY (2007.10.17)
Riddle Glide Soundsystem 2008-2009 at ZEPP NAGOYA (2009.3.18)
2010,Sarape's BUS TOUR (2011.7.6)
Jungle jungle gym TOUR 2010-2011 (2011.7.6)

Admire
SHAKALABBITS Lyrics

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...「バタフライはフリー」のジル
サングラス
リオスパイダー...etc
もう溢れ出してきてるでも
(greedy)愛しいものを
(greedy)全部手に入れたら
(greedy)灰になる
憧れは失くさぬように

守ってずっと離れないものは
ここにあって
風に消えゆく事はない
はち切れそうで
スリル楽しむくらいに
飛びあがれるの

今日は地球を大切に
地面をほおずりする
日らしいそう!でも
(greedy)愛しいものを
(greedy)全部手に入れたら
(greedy)灰になる
かけがえのないものでしょう?
守ってずっと離れないものは
ここにあって
風に消えゆく事はない
輝きを増して
うたれ弱いあたしもわくわくしてる
虹をかじってその上をゆこう

(Don't leave)楽しい歌を
(Don't leave)歌えなくなったら
(Don't leave)抱きつかせてね
ずっとずっと変わらない
君がそこにいて
絶えず愛をくれるから寂しくない
守って離れないものは今もあって
風に消えゆく事はない
はち切れそうで
スリルを楽しむくらいに

わくわくしてる
虹をかじって飛びあがれるの

Overall Meaning

The song Admire by SHAKALABBITS talks about chasing after dreams and desires while being mindful of the things that truly matter in life. The lyrics describe how everything that is loved and desired can ultimately lead to destruction if not kept in check. The opening verse mentions the freedom of a butterfly and the sunglasses of Rio Spider, referencing the fleeting nature of material possessions and trendy lifestyles. The chorus reminds the listener that there are things in life that are irreplaceable and cannot be lost, such as cherished memories and people who offer unwavering love and support. While the song encourages the pursuit of thrills and excitement, it also celebrates the importance of grounding oneself in the things that truly matter.

The line "今日は地球を大切に" (konya wa chikyuu wo taisetsu ni, "today, treasure the earth") alludes to the importance of environmental consciousness and taking care of the planet we live on. The use of the word "greedy" throughout the song implies that there is a limit to how much we should chase after and desire, and that overindulgence can ultimately lead to self-destruction. In the bridge, the lyrics plead with a loved one to never stop singing happy songs and to hold onto each other forever, emphasizing the importance of love and companionship.

Overall, Admire is a song that celebrates the pursuit of one's dreams while also reminding the listener of the importance of cherishing what truly matters in life.

Line by Line Meaning

「バタフライはフリー」のジルサングラスリオスパイダー...etc
Listing off various fashion accessories.

もう溢れ出してきてるでも
My emotions are overflowing, but...

(greedy)愛しいものを
The things I love so much,

(greedy)全部手に入れたら
If I am able to obtain them all,

(greedy)灰になる
It may cause them to lose their luster.

憧れは失くさぬように
I will keep hold of my aspirations,

守ってずっと離れないものは
And I will protect the things that will never leave me.

ここにあって
They are here with me now,

風に消えゆく事はない
And they will never fade away like the wind.

はち切れそうで
I am so excited,

スリル楽しむくらいに
That I am willing to take a thrill ride,