They released their debut single on August 25, 1974. In 2003, HMV Records Japan rated them #92 in their "Top 100 Japanese pops Artists".
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THE ALFEE Lyrics
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どれくらい傷つけば愚かな
自分に気づくのか
ガラスの心で闘っても勝ち目はない
下ばかり向いてちゃ
陽射しは永遠に届かない
明日のために今日があるように
答えのない日常が
生きてる意味を探そう
君は君にしかなれない
未来は君の夢を試すだろう
どんな時も情熱がすべてさ
Let's Try!
振り向けば悩んでいた
あの日の僕がいた
誰かに背中を押されて
歩き始めた事もある
時計の針は明日へと時を刻むけど
孤独な夜が強い君に
いつか変えてゆくのさ
向かい風に負けないよう
誰より誇り高く生きよう
目の前の壁を乗り越えるために
どんな時も君だけの夢を探せ!
Let's Find!
太陽が輝く限り星は煌き続ける
理想や希望に形なんてないのさ
今日から先が君だけの未来!
迷わず夢に向かえ!
I try to make
my dreams come true.
自分の夢を賭けよう
I try to make
my dreams come true.
君は君にしかなれない
未来は君の夢を試すだろう
どんな時も情熱がすべてさ
たったひとつの未来のために
夢を探せ!自分を試せ!
TRY! Let's Try! TRY!
The lyrics of THE ALFEE's song "Try" convey a message of self-discovery, resilience, and pursuing one's dreams. The first verse reflects on the ever-changing world and questions how much pain one must endure to realize their foolishness. It suggests that fighting with a fragile heart will lead to no victory, and constantly looking down will prevent the sunlight from reaching you. However, it also states that today exists for the sake of tomorrow, and the everyday uncertainties are gradually transforming you.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of seeking the meaning of life and becoming the best version of oneself. It encourages the listener to understand that only they can define their identity and that the future will put their dreams to the test. No matter the circumstances, the lyrics assert that passion is the driving force behind overcoming obstacles and succeeding.
The second verse reminisces about the past, highlighting moments when the singer found encouragement from others and started walking forward. While the clock's hands mark the passage of time towards the future, the lyrics assure the listener that their lonely nights will eventually be changed. It encourages them to face challenges head-on, living with pride and overcoming the barriers that stand in their way.
The bridge section draws a parallel between the enduring shine of the stars as long as the sun continues to radiate and the absence of definite forms for ideals and hopes. It emphasizes that from today onwards, the future belongs solely to the listener, urging them to pursue their dreams without hesitation.
The final repeated lines reinforce the message of the song, emphasizing the need to take risks, believe in one's dreams, and pursue them relentlessly. The lyrics encourage the listener to bet their dreams on themselves, as only they can realize their true potential. In every moment, passion is seen as the key to unlocking the future. The song concludes by urging the listener to search for their dreams and put themselves to the test: try and try again.
Line by Line Meaning
一秒過ぎる毎に世界は変わって行く
With every passing second, the world keeps changing.
どれくらい傷つけば愚かな自分に気づくのか
How much pain will it take for the foolish self to realize?
ガラスの心で闘っても勝ち目はない
There is no chance of winning with a fragile heart.
下ばかり向いてちゃ陽射しは永遠に届かない
If you only look down, the sunlight will never reach you.
明日のために今日があるように
Today exists for the sake of tomorrow.
答えのない日常が君を今変えてゆくのさ
The answerless everyday life is changing you now.
生きてる意味を探そう
Let's search for the meaning of life.
君は君にしかなれない
You can only be yourself.
未来は君の夢を試すだろう
The future will test your dreams.
どんな時も情熱がすべてさ
Passion is everything, no matter the circumstances.
Let's Try!
Let's try!
振り向けば悩んでいたあの日の僕がいた
When I turn around, the me from that day full of worries was there.
誰かに背中を押されて歩き始めた事もある
There were times when I started walking because someone pushed my back.
時計の針は明日へと時を刻むけど
The clock hands keep ticking towards tomorrow.
孤独な夜が強い君にいつか変えてゆくのさ
One day, the lonely nights will transform the strong you.
向かい風に負けないよう
So as not to lose to the headwind.
誰より誇り高く生きよう
Let's live with more pride than anyone else.
目の前の壁を乗り越えるために
In order to overcome the wall in front of you.
どんな時も君だけの夢を探せ!
Always search for your own dreams!
Let's Find!
Let's find!
太陽が輝く限り星は煌き続ける
As long as the sun shines, the stars will keep sparkling.
理想や希望に形なんてないのさ
There is no shape to ideals and hopes.
今日から先が君だけの未来!
From today onwards, it's your future alone!
迷わず夢に向かえ!
Without hesitation, move towards your dreams!
I try to make my dreams come true.
I try to make my dreams come true.
自分の夢を賭けよう
Let's bet on our own dreams.
君は君にしかなれない
You can only be yourself.
未来は君の夢を試すだろう
The future will test your dreams.
どんな時も情熱がすべてさ
Passion is everything, no matter the circumstances.
たったひとつの未来のために夢を探せ!
Search for your dreams for the sake of that one future!
自分を試せ!
Test yourself!
TRY! Let's Try! TRY!
TRY! Let's try! TRY!
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC, TuneCore Inc.
Written by: 俊彦 高見沢
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