What started with a girl humming and singing on a tape recorder quickly turned into one of the most prominent bands in the Japanese underground scene. The original members of Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her were Aiha Higurashi (Vocal and Guitar) and Sachiko Ito (Bass). They had no past musical experience, and didn't know much about playing their instruments, but they went on playing some shows anyway.
Shortly afterward the band finally got their name. The name Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her was taken from the title of a song by the band XTC, from the album The Big Express. The name was suggested by a friend of Aiha's. In interviews Aiha explains that she chose the name because it was really long and hard to remember. The band released their first EP, Seagull to Hell, in 1993. Shortly afterwards, Sachiko left. Aiha then recruited two more members, Nao Koyama (bass) and Takaharu Karashima "Takape" (drums). Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her was born.
The newly reborn band released their second EP, Swallow Up, in 1994. The EP met with great success, and sold out almost immediately. The band released another EP in 1994 before finally putting out heir first full-length album, Give Them Back To Me, in 1996. The album saw collaboration with members of Buffalo Daughter, D.M.B.Q., Museum of Photo, The Evil Hoodoo, and Violent Onsen Geisha, all big names in the Japanese underground scene. The band released two more albums and EPs before releasing the EP, Pretty in Pink in 1999. This EP marks their last work with their drummer Takape, who left after its release. From each release on, the drumming was split between Aiha's husband, Yoshiki Watanabe, and former manager of the band, Yasunobu Arakawa.
The band continued to tour and released two more albums. In 2001, their work saw commercial release. The songs Sentimental Journey and Lullaby, from the album Future or No Future, were both released as two separate singles. In 2002 they released their first compilation album before finally breaking up. After their break up, they released another compilation album in the UK.
During their career, the band showed a lot of creativity and originality. With each release, their sound expanded and evolved. Aiha Higurashi, the driving force behind Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her, was obviously influenced by punk rock, but her music shows a lot of other influences as well. From hip-hop, house, pop, to garage, sometimes all in the same song.
Aiha still works today as a solo artist. She continues to expand upon what she started with Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her, but doesn't confine herself to just a band sound, allowing her to try things she couldn't do while in a band. She has also dabbled in producing. She's produced songs for former Judy and Mary vocalist, Yuki. Nao Koyama, bass player of the band, is active as well, and is currently playing in a new band.
Red Talk
Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her Lyrics
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I know every single matter
I know I'll have a cup of tea and me and you
Have a sex with me
Here I am, on the floor, that's made of wood
Everytime you move, every move you make
It really hurts
You don't have to be so scared I'm here with you
I see you're trembled I touch your skin
And you touch my skin, too
It makes me warm
I know I know I know
"here I am, come to me, I'm twisted but I'm really good
You know baby it's the kind of thing
What thing? I don't care
You know baby you know what I mean
I wanna see what I wanna see
You know honey you know what I mean
I wanna know what I wanna know..."
The lyrics of Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her's song "Red Talk" seem to be about a sexual encounter between two people. The singer of the song seems to be very familiar with the "red talk", suggesting they know what they're doing when it comes to sex. They also mention wanting to share a cup of tea with their partner before having sex, which could be seen as a way of creating intimacy or perhaps calming nerves before engaging in a physical act.
The lyrics also reference the pain that can come with sex, particularly when one partner moves in a certain way. The line "everytime you move, every move you make, it really hurts" could suggest that the singer is experiencing discomfort during the encounter. However, the overall tone of the song seems to be one of pleasure and enjoyment, with the singer feeling warm and wanting to continue exploring their desires with their partner.
Overall, "Red Talk" is a song that explores the intimate moments between two people, and the complexities of human sexuality. It's a song that is open to interpretation, with listeners able to bring their own experiences and emotions to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I know the red talk
He understands the talk or conversation that is often associated with intimacy, passion, and physical pleasure.
I know every single matter
He understands everything that is involved in the intimate and sensual act of making love.
I know I'll have a cup of tea and me and you
He believes that a simple and comforting activity, such as drinking a cup of tea, can be enjoyed with his lover or partner.
Have a sex with me
He is sexually attracted to his lover and wants to engage in sexual intercourse with them.
Here I am, on the floor, that's made of wood
He is describing the physical setting or environment where he and his lover are engaging in physical intimacy.
Everytime you move, every move you make
He is intently focused on his lover's every movement during their intimate moments together.
It really hurts
He experiences physical and emotional pain, either because of the intensity of the pleasure or because of the emotional vulnerability involved in such a moment.
You don't have to be so scared I'm here with you
He assures his partner that they can trust each other and that there's no need to be afraid because they are in it together.
I see you're trembled I touch your skin
He is aware of his partner's emotional vulnerability and tries to comfort them by touching their skin.
And you touch my skin, too
He enjoys the intimate connection that comes with touching and being touched by his lover.
It makes me warm
The physical contact and intimacy creates a warm and comforting feeling inside of him.
Here I am, come to me, I'm twisted but I'm really good
He is asking his lover to join him in this moment of intimacy, acknowledging that he may have flaws or quirks, but still believes he is good for her.
You know baby it's the kind of thing
He recognizes that this moment of intimacy or passion is special and unique.
What thing? I don't care
He's more focused on the experience and emotions they are sharing rather than the specific act or details of what they are doing.
You know baby you know what I mean
He recognizes that his partner understands the emotion and connection they are sharing during this intimate moment.
I wanna see what I wanna see
He has a desire to experience and see the full depth of his partner's emotional and physical vulnerability during this moment of intimacy.
You know honey you know what I mean
He is addressing his partner in a loving way, using a term of endearment while expressing his desire to connect with her emotionally and physically.
I wanna know what I wanna know...
He has a desire to fully understand and know his partner's emotional and physical experiences during this moment of intimacy.
Contributed by Lincoln S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.