THE ALFEE is a popular Japanese musical group comprised of Masaru Sakurai (… Read Full Bio ↴THE ALFEE is a popular Japanese musical group comprised of Masaru Sakurai (桜井賢 Sakurai Masaru) (voice, bass guitar, born January 20, 1955), Kōnosuke Sakazaki (坂崎幸之助 Sakazaki Kōnosuke) (voice, acoustic guitar, percussion, born April 15, 1954) and Toshihiko Takamizawa (高見沢俊彦 Takamizawa Toshihiko) (voice, electric guitar, born April 17, 1954). The group was formed with four members in 1973 after they met on the campus of Meiji Gakuin University. The fourth member, Yasuo Miyake (三宅康夫 Miyake Yasuo), left the band shortly after it formed (sometime between 1975 and 1979 based on the album covers and information on THE ALFEE's official site).

They released their debut single on August 25, 1974. In 2003, HMV Records Japan rated them #92 in their "Top 100 Japanese pops Artists".

Journeyman
THE ALFEE Lyrics

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Hey! Mr.Journeyman
壁にもたれたまま
君はギター弾いてたね
夜が明けるまで

Hey! Mr.Journeyman
挫けそうな時には
君の歌が勇気を

与えてくれたよ

My Life is a Journey
めぐりめぐる季節をいくつも越えて
いつか何処かで逢えるかも知れない
あの頃の君の情熱に

Hey! Mr.Journeyman
素直な気持ちで
夢を見つづけることを
忘れかけてる

Your Life is a Journey
移り変わる時代いくつものり越えて
きっと何処かで手に入れられるだろう
あきらめた夢達そのすべてを
Hey! Hey! Journeyman Wow Wow

時間の河に小舟を浮かベ漕ぎ出そうよ
錆びついた腕が動かなくなるその前に

でもこの淋しさは
何処から来るのか
答えが見つかるまで
歌い続けて Journeyman

My Life is a Journey
めぐりめぐる季節をいくつも越えて
いつか何処かで逢えるかも知れない
あの頃の君の情熱に

Your Life is a Journey
移り変わる時代いくつものり越えて
きっと何処かで気がつくのだろう
いつでもどんなときでもそばにいるのさ

Hey! Hey! Journeyman
Wow Wow Journeyman

Hey! Hey! Journeyman
Wow Wow Journeyman

Overall Meaning

The song "Journeyman" by The Alfee tells the story of a man who is a skilled guitarist and is known as Mr. Journeyman. He is often seen leaning against a wall, playing his guitar until dawn. The song implies that Mr. Journeyman's music gives people courage and inspiration when they feel defeated. The lyrics also suggest that life is like a journey, and each one of us is on our own path. The chorus encourages listeners to keep pursuing their dreams and passions and not give up, even when times get tough.

The lyrics convey a sense of determination and perseverance, encouraging listeners to keep pushing forward despite any obstacles they may face. The chorus serves as a reminder that life is a journey, and we should enjoy the ups and downs along the way. The song suggests that music has the power to transcend time and space, and that the passion and enthusiasm we have for our dreams never truly fade away.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey! Mr.Journeyman
The singer addresses the person called Journeyman

壁にもたれたまま
Journeyman leans on the wall

君はギター弾いてたね
He plays the guitar

夜が明けるまで
Journeyman plays till dawn

挫けそうな時には
Journeyman's music gives courage during difficult times

君の歌が勇気を
His song provides bravery

与えてくれたよ
Gives it to him

My Life is a Journey
The singer's own life is a journey

めぐりめぐる季節をいくつも越えて
It covers many seasons

いつか何処かで逢えるかも知れない
Journeyman might be met again someday

あの頃の君の情熱に
Referring to Journeyman's passion in the past