His career started as a keyboardist for Speedway in 1979. In 1984, he build up TM Network with Takashi Utsunomiya and Naoto Kine. A year later, in 1985, his first solo work was the soundtrack "Vampire Hunter D" for the anime Vampire Hunter D, and his band, TM Network, did the closing credits song "Your Song". He subsequently composed other soundtracks such as Heaven and Earth, Seven days War.
Moreover in 1989/1990, Komuro had played with Warren Cuccurullo as a solo singer. In 1991, he collaborated with X Japan's Yoshiki as the V2.
TM Network changed its name to TMN in 1990. TMN disbanded in 1994, then in 1999 they reunited under their old name of TM Network, and remain active to this day.
However by the early 1990s Komuro was spending much of his time writing and producing many other musicians and bands. He was also an early pioneer of dance music in Japan, and came to stardom in the 1990s as producer with a long string of hits with artists such as TRF (TK Rave Factory), Tomomi Kahala, Namie Amuro, Ami Suzuki, hitomi, Ryoko Shinohara and H Jungle with t. In 1994, he composed the musical score to the Japanese anime film Street Fighter II, based on the Capcom video game. This score was removed from the US release of the film.
He was mainly helped in this task by the mix engineers Pete Hammond and Dave Ford. Both were working for PWL, which was the home of the British producing team Stock Aitken Waterman. Not only that, "TK" is also credited for the rise to fame of Daisuke Asakura, a popular Japanese composer, keyboardist and music producer who began his major musical career as a backup keyboardist for TM Network. Asakura is reported to view Komuro as his "Sensei" or "Teacher".
In 1997, he started his overseas career with the remix of the theme music of the action movie "Speed 2: Cruise Control". Komuro is perhaps best known in the west for his collaboration with French keyboardist Jean Michel Jarre from 1998 to 2001. The duet wrote the theme song for the 1998 FIFA World Cup Together Now as well as several other tracks and remixes. He and Jean-Michel also performed a concert on beaches in Okinawa on January 1st, 2001.
TK also released albums as a solo singer or musician and was involved in the bands globe, Kiss Destination and Gaball. He has been married three times, currently he is married Keiko Yamada the lead singer of his band globe. Prior to his marriage to Yamada in 2002 his personal life became the center of controversy. He filed for divorce with wife at the time Yoshida Asami whom were only married for 10 months. The couple also had a child and he was ordered to pay ¥1 billion yen in alimony.
Recently, he distributes some club music online under the name of "DJ TK".
Resistance
Tetsuya Komuro Lyrics
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kakedasu kimi o kazaruyo
Airport ni mukau
Bus ni norikomu tooi yokogao
Madogoshi ni furikaeru
kamishimeta kuchibiru ga
Atarashii ikikata to
hajimari o hitorikiri erandeku
nando mo tashikamete ita
Nakidashita kimi no kao ga
imademo kokoro ga itai
Miushinai kizutsuita
kimirashii kagayaki o
Ikisakinonai tabi ni
mitsukedashi torimodoshite
I am Beside You
Take Your Time koete yuku
It's a Long Distance
jiyuu no itami
One Day Comes kimidake ga
Love Is Strong wakatteirune
Sagashiteku ashita no chizu
o dakishime kimi no Resistance
Furishikiru tsumetai ame ni
makenai kimi no Resistance
Ashimoto ni nagareru kawa ni
Never Get Down nagasarenaide
Kimidake no michi ga arunara
Never Give Up akiramenaide
Hontou no yasashisa wa
wakareteku toki wakaru
Hanarete mo sobaniiru hitori
dewa nakanaide I am beside you
Take Your Time wasurenai
It's a Long Distance
donna toki ni mo
One Day Comes kimidake ga
Love Is Strong taisetsudakara
Manazashi wa harukana sora o
mitsumeru kimi no Resistance
Kogoeru yoru no fukasanimo
kujikezu kimi no Resistance
Itsuka kittot meguriaeru
Never Get Down
futatabi kimi to
Sorezore no tsuyosa o daite
Never Give Up aishiaitai
Sagashiteku ashita no chizu o
dakishime kimi no Resistance
Furishikiru tsumetai ame ni
makenai kimi no Resistance
Ashimoto ni nagareru kawa ni
Never Get Down nagasarenaide
Kimidake no michi ga arunara
Never Give Up akiramenaide
In Tetsuya Komuro's song "Resistance," the lyrics reflect a deep emotional journey characterized by both longing and resilience. The imagery of rain is prevalent, symbolizing sadness and hardship, but it simultaneously serves as a backdrop for the singer's emotional struggle. The opening lines depict dashing raindrops as the singer observes someone they care for departing towards the airport, encapsulating feelings of separation and heartache. The distance between them is represented not only physically, as in the view of a departing bus, but also emotionally as the singer grapples with their conflicting feelings while contemplating the beauty of their companion’s determination. The juxtaposition of the dreary weather and the vibrancy of that person highlights the notion that even amid sorrow, there is strength and beauty to be found.
As the narrative unfolds, there is an exploration of individual growth within the context of a relationship. The lyrics hint at a personal journey of coming to terms with one's own emotions and choices. Lines referring to the singer’s desire to embrace a "new way of living" suggest a shift in perspective, perhaps triggered by the departure of the beloved. The repetition of verifying feelings represents a need for solid grounding amid the tumult. The singer reflects on the hurt caused by witnessing their companion's tears, signaling a deeply empathetic bond that remains regardless of physical separation. This acknowledgment of pain serves as a catalyst for the singer's self-discovery, emphasizing the urge to reclaim the spark that defines their relationship.
The theme of resilience is profound throughout the lyrics, encapsulated in references to "Resistance." This term reflects not only the struggle against external challenges, such as the harsh rain and the flowing river, but also an inner resolve to maintain emotional strength. The repeated exhortation to "Never Get Down" and "Never Give Up" underlines a pact between the singer and their loved one to persevere against adversity. Furthermore, the acknowledgment of separation and distance does not diminish their connection; instead, it seems to strengthen the singer's determination to navigate life’s difficulties alongside their companion, emphasizing the unwavering bond they share.
In the latter part of the song, there's a suggestion of hope and eventual reconnection. The lyrics convey that genuine kindness and strength are often revealed through moments of parting, reinforcing that distance can only enhance their affection instead of diminish it. There is also an emphasis on embracing individual strength and supporting each other despite the challenges they face. This reach towards a brighter future, encapsulated in the hopeful lines about finding a map to tomorrow, signifies both a yearning for reunion and a belief in their love's resilience. The commitment to cherish each other's 'Resistance' amidst life's trials carries a potent message: true love thrives not just in proximity but also in the strength to overcome life's storms together.
Line by Line Meaning
Furidashita ame no tsubu ga
The droplets of rain that have begun to fall
kakedasu kimi o kazaruyo
Adorn the image of you, who starts to run
Airport ni mukau
Heading towards the airport
Bus ni norikomu tooi yokogao
Climbing into the bus, your distant profile
Madogoshi ni furikaeru
Looking back through the window
kamishimeta kuchibiru ga
Your lips, pressed together tightly
Atarashii ikikata to
A new way of living
hajimari o hitorikiri erandeku
Choosing the beginning all by yourself
Surechigau kimochi o tada
Just verifying the feelings that intersect
nando mo tashikamete ita
Time and again, I was confirming it
Nakidashita kimi no kao ga
Your tear-streaked face
imademo kokoro ga itai
Still brings pain to my heart
Miushinai kizutsuita
I’ve lost track, hurt and bewildered
kimirashii kagayaki o
Your unique shine
Ikisakinonai tabi ni
In every journey without an endpoint
mitsukedashi torimodoshite
I inevitably rediscover and reclaim
I am Beside You
I stand steadfastly by your side
Take Your Time koete yuku
Surpassing the need to rush
It's a Long Distance
The journey stretches far
jiyuu no itami
The pain that comes with freedom
One Day Comes kimidake ga
One day will arrive, just for you
Love Is Strong wakatteirune
You understand that love is powerful
Sagashiteku ashita no chizu
Searching for the map of tomorrow
o dakishime kimi no Resistance
Embracing your resistance with vigor
Furishikiru tsumetai ame ni
In the pouring, cold rain
makenai kimi no Resistance
Your resistance that does not yield
Ashimoto ni nagareru kawa ni
In the river flowing beneath
Never Get Down nagasarenaide
Do not let yourself be swept away
Kimidake no michi ga arunara
If there's a path that belongs solely to you
Never Give Up akiramenaide
Don't give up, keep pushing forward
Hontou no yasashisa wa
True gentleness
wakareteku toki wakaru
Only becomes clear when parting
Hanarete mo sobaniiru hitori
Even if apart, I’m there beside you
dewa nakanaide I am beside you
So do not feel alone; I am by your side
Take Your Time wasurenai
Take your time, I won't forget
It's a Long Distance
The journey remains lengthy
donna toki ni mo
No matter the time
One Day Comes kimidake ga
One day will arrive, just for you
Love Is Strong taisetsudakara
Love is strong, that's what matters
Manazashi wa harukana sora o
Your gaze reaches up to the distant sky
mitsumeru kimi no Resistance
Observing your unwavering resistance
Kogoeru yoru no fukasanimo
In the bitter chill of night’s depth
kujikezu kimi no Resistance
Your resistance remains unwavering
Itsuka kittot meguriaeru
Someday, we will surely meet again
Never Get Down
Do not falter
futatabi kimi to
Once more, with you
Sorezore no tsuyosa o daite
Embracing each of our strengths
Never Give Up aishiaitai
Never give up, for I want to love you
Sagashiteku ashita no chizu o
Searching for tomorrow’s map
dakishime kimi no Resistance
Embracing your resistance fiercely
Furishikiru tsumetai ame ni
In the relentless, icy rain
makenai kimi no Resistance
Your unwavering resistance will not break
Ashimoto ni nagareru kawa ni
In the river flowing below
Never Get Down nagasarenaide
Don't let yourself be swept away
Kimidake no michi ga arunara
If there exists a path solely for you
Never Give Up akiramenaide
Don't give up; persist without despair
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: みつ子 小室
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