They released their debut single on August 25, 1974. In 2003, HMV Records Japan rated them #92 in their "Top 100 Japanese pops Artists".
Funky Dog!
THE ALFEE Lyrics
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Everybody Funky Dog
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Everybody Yeah!
あの頃誰もが無邪気なZiggy Stardust
憧れ Rock'n' Roller その叫びが全てだったぜ
変わりたかっただけさ
Ride On Time, 天国への
階段昇りつめて
鍵を失くしたAngel
それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
大人へのパスポート破り捨てた日から
流行ってやつらに乗り遅れたままさ
抱きしめたくなるほどの
未来が欲しいのさ
Ride On Time, 今日が終り
明日が何処から来るのか
気にはならないAngel
それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
いつもここにいるのさ
誰か気づいて欲しい
Ride On Time, 孤独な夜から
何かが始まるけど
夢見つづけるAngel
それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Everybody Funky Dog
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Everybody Yeah!
Ride On Time, 孤独な夜から
全てが始まるのさ
時を忘れたAngel
それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Everybody Funky Dog
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Everybody Yeah!
The ALFEE's song "Funky Dog" is a nostalgic and reflective piece that talks about a bygone era when Ziggy Stardust was the epitome of rock and roll. The singer looks back to that time when innocence was a virtue, and the desire to become someone else was ubiquitous. The song conveys a sense of longing to return to that era of carefree innocence when everyone was riding high on the ecstasy of rock and roll. The phrase "Ride On Time" appears several times in the lyrics as a motif of moving on from the past to the future.
The song's lyrics also express a desire to hold on to a future that is still uncertain. The singer wants to embrace a brighter tomorrow without the fear of missing out on the present. Just like an "angel" who continues to dream despite the loneliness of night, the "Funky Dog" represents a hope that keeps everyone going. The song's lively melody and upbeat rhythm capture the exuberance of the era, and its enduring appeal continues to inspire today.
Line by Line Meaning
Wow Wow Funky Dog
Expressing excitement and admiration for the subject of the song, which is the Funky Dog
Everybody Funky Dog
Inviting everyone to join in the excitement and enjoy the Funky Dog
あの頃誰もが無邪気なZiggy Stardust
Looking back at a time when everyone was innocent and fascinated by Ziggy Stardust
憧れ Rock'n' Roller その叫びが全てだったぜ
Admiring the Rock n' Rollers who expressed everything through their music
自分でない誰かに変わりたかっただけさ
Feeling a desire to become someone else and escape themselves
Ride On Time, 天国への階段昇りつめて
Climbing up the stairs to heaven on a journey forward in life
鍵を失くしたAngel それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
Feeling lost and looking for direction, yet discovering a funky and playful spirit inside
大人へのパスポート破り捨てた日から
Recalling a time when the artist abandoned the traditional path to adulthood
流行ってやつらに乗り遅れたままさ
Feeling left behind by those who quickly embraced new trends and styles
抱きしめたくなるほどの未来が欲しいのさ
Longing for a future so bright and promising that it fills the artist with a sense of warmth and comfort
Ride On Time, 今日が終り
Continuing the journey of life, accepting that each day will come to an end
明日が何処から来るのか気にはならないAngel
Feeling at peace and unconcerned with where the future will take them
それが君さFunky Dog, Baby
Realizing that the Funky Dog spirit within provides a joyful sense of purpose and direction
いつもここにいるのさ
Promising to always be present and reliable
誰か気づいて欲しい
Desiring recognition and validation from others
Ride On Time, 孤独な夜から
Continuing the journey from a position of loneliness and solitude
何かが始まるけど
Sensing that something new and exciting is on the horizon
夢見つづけるAngel
Continuing to dream and pursue their aspirations with a sense of optimism and hope
全てが始まるのさ
Believing that everything in life is a new beginning and opportunity for growth
Writer(s): Toshihiko Takamizawa
Contributed by Nora L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@aspr-gus
聴いてる人たちも歌ってる三人も楽しそう！
@revolving_pay
コーラスとともに旅立つアルフィーがかっこよすぎますね…
@Seinacamera
コーラスが益々進化していますよね❗かっこいいです‼️
@ashh893
先日の夏イベ配信でも聴けました〜！
幸ちゃんは、リモートなのにこの動画(いつものライブのように)上にも下にも目線・ファンサがかっこよくて可愛すぎて大興奮でした…天才すぎる…ジャニーズかよ👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
お三方とも2日間お疲れ様でした👏🏻👏🏻
早く会えますように✨✨✨✨✨
@romity4693
3:29のところ好きです
@user-xq8vu8dq8x
このアレンジ、かっこいい。
@akikohommo2051
鳥肌～‼️ほんっとに変わらないどころかパワーアップ🎶
@Seinacamera
動画で見た10回目の夏イベのFUNKY ドックと全然変わらない‼️かっこいい‼️
@user-ee9ts5nz8r
この曲を聴くと10回目の夏の事を思い出す😀
ファンキードッグ、ファンキーパンキー乗りが好きです😆🎵🎵
@user-kl5zt8ub6x
動く透明床ステージでメンバーを真下から見れたお客さんは貴重な体験だっただろうな