Before his debut, in November 2007, Shimizu sang in English on amateur night at the Apollo Theater in New York City. He was called a "one in a million soul singer" by a local newspaper in New York. The second time he performed at the Apollo Theater was on November 19, 2008. He sang the song "Sukiyaki" by Kyu Sakamoto in Japanese, where he was given a standing ovation from an audience of 1,500 people. He said he sang it because he wanted to show his Japanese pride and demonstrate the beauty of the Japanese language.
Shimizu's first single, titled "Home", was released on February 20, 2008, and he appeared on Music Station two days after the single's release to promote it. "Home" peaked at ranked at number 5 and sold 27,820 units in its first week. After 17 weeks, it had sold 125,735 copies. His second single, "Aishiteru" (アイシテル, I Love You), was released on June 4, 2008 in Japan. It ranked at number 4 and sold 22,778 units in its first week. After 12 weeks, it had sold 47,114 copies. Shimizu released his third single "My Treasure" on October 22, 2008. It ranked at number 15 and sold 9,540 units in its first week. After 5 weeks, it had sold 15,365 copies.
He also collaborated with Miliyah Kato. Together they released 4 singles and an album, in 2014 they did a tour together.
His most recent album - "White" - was released in 2018.
Studio Albums
[2008.11.26] Umbrella
[2010.03.03] Journey
[2011.03.09] COLORS
[2012.03.21] Naturally
[2014.03.12] ENCORE
[2016.03.30] PROUD
[2017.06.28] FLY
[2018.06.27] WHITE
Split Albums
[2014.04.02] THE BEST (Miliyah x Shimizu Shota)
Cover Albums
[2012.11.28] MELODY
Best Albums
[2015.02.25] ALL SINGLES BEST
When You Cry
Shota Shimizu Lyrics
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君は笑って許してくれた
僕は全部 憶えてるよ
君を守ると誓ったから
もう 悲しまなくていいよ
When you cry
君が何処にいても
必ず見つけてみせるよ
When you cry
そして抱きしめて
すべてを失っても
その涙 笑顔に変えるよ
ほんの少し お別れだね
真っ白で天使の様さ
My angel 待っていてよ
やれるだけやってみるから
決して 途切れない想い
When you cry
あの広い空へ
君が何処にいても
必ず見つけてみせるよ
When you cry
そして抱きしめて
すべてを失っても
その涙 笑顔に変えるよ
何回でも 何回でも
夢の中 君の手掴むよ
どうしても会いたくなったら
僕の名前を叫んで oh-oh
When you cry
あの広い空へ
君が何処にいても
必ず見つけてみせるよ
When you cry
そして抱きしめて
すべてを失っても
その涙 笑顔に変えるよ
When you cry
あの広い空へ
君が何処にいても
必ず見つけてみせるよ
When you cry
そして抱きしめて
すべてを失っても
その涙 笑顔に変えるよ
The lyrics to Shota Shimizu's "When You Cry" are a heartfelt message from the singer to a loved one who is going through a difficult time. The opening lines reveal that the singer has lied to the person, but they smiled and forgave him. He recalls everything that happened and then reminds her that she doesn't need to be sad anymore. He promises to find her no matter where she is and hold her tight, even if she loses everything. The chorus repeats this promise, emphasizing that her tears will be turned into a smile whenever she cries.
The second verse is about saying goodbye. The singer describes the person as a pure, angelic presence and asks her to wait for him. He promises to do his best to accomplish whatever he can and assures her that his feelings for her will never cease. The chorus follows, reminding her that he will always find her and comfort her, transforming her tears into happiness.
In the final verse, the singer pledges to never let go of her hand, even in dreams. He assures her that if she ever needs him, she needs only to call his name. This final repetition of the chorus emphasizes the message of unwavering love and commitment to the person to whom the song is directed.
Overall, "When You Cry" acknowledges that life can be tough and that those we love may find themselves struggling, but it also emphasizes that we should always be there to support them, no matter what.
Line by Line Meaning
わかりやすい 嘘をついた
I told a clear lie, and you smiled and forgave me.
君は笑って許してくれた
You smiled and forgave me.
僕は全部 憶えてるよ
I remember everything.
君を守ると誓ったから
I promised to protect you.
もう 悲しまなくていいよ
You don't have to be sad anymore.
When you cry
When you cry
あの広い空へ
I will find you no matter where you are, in the vast sky.
君が何処にいても
No matter where you are.
必ず見つけてみせるよ
I will definitely find you.
そして抱きしめて
And I will hold you tight.
すべてを失っても
Even if you lose everything.
その涙 笑顔に変えるよ
I will turn those tears into smiles.
ほんの少し お別れだね
It's just a little goodbye.
真っ白で天使の様さ
You look like an angel in white.
My angel 待っていてよ
My angel, wait for me.
やれるだけやってみるから
I will try my best.
決して 途切れない想い
Our feelings will never falter.
何回でも 何回でも
As many times as it takes.
夢の中 君の手掴むよ
In my dreams, I will hold your hand.
どうしても会いたくなったら
If you ever want to meet me.
僕の名前を叫んで oh-oh
Just call my name, oh-oh.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Shota Shimizu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
daryl lim
Wakari yasui uso wo tsuita
Kimi wa waratte yurushite kureta
Boku wa zenbu oboeteru yo
Kimi wo mamoru to chikatta kara
Mou kanashima nakute ii yo
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
Honno sukoshi wo wakare da ne
Masshiro de tenshi no you sa
My Angel matte ite yo
Yareru dake yatte miru kara
Kesshite togirenai omoi
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
Nankai demo nankai demo
Yume no naka kimi no te tsukamu yo
Doushitemo aitaku nattara
Boku no namae wo sakende
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo no
Mable Chan
Found this song a couple of days ago and I love it so much! ♡
Alice
진심 너무 좋아 ㅜ
unknown
フルがあるの神すぎんか...
懐かしい懐かしすぎる
Mr Bur4isky
I'm a pure Filipino but I don't know why I love Japanese song's specialy shimizu's song's.. 👏👏
Shella Muchtar
i fell in love with aishiteru, home, kimi ga suki, all the old ones... But one song "rainy days morning" has that jazzy whimsical feeling, that can bring people to different world
Rhia Concepcion
Ako din❤️
Raymart Revillon
Boku mo 😍
april june deligero
ako rin!
Jover Aguillon
Di rin pla ako nagiisa haha
daryl lim
Wakari yasui uso wo tsuita
Kimi wa waratte yurushite kureta
Boku wa zenbu oboeteru yo
Kimi wo mamoru to chikatta kara
Mou kanashima nakute ii yo
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
Honno sukoshi wo wakare da ne
Masshiro de tenshi no you sa
My Angel matte ite yo
Yareru dake yatte miru kara
Kesshite togirenai omoi
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
Nankai demo nankai demo
Yume no naka kimi no te tsukamu yo
Doushitemo aitaku nattara
Boku no namae wo sakende
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo
When You Cry
Ano hiroi sora e
Kimi ga doko ni itemo
Kanarazu mitsukete miseru yo
When You Cry
Soshite dakishimete
Subete wo ushinattemo
Sono namida egao ni kaeru yo no