Over 4 major-label albums and 1 mini-album, the group has primarily recorded self-proclaimed "eccentric" covers of classical operatic pieces, where they apply and integrate other styles/genres of music including pop, hip-hop, jazz, techno, funk, dance, and much more. Vocalist Nami Sagara, who is a classically trained soprano, demonstrates that she can sing at multiple ranges and in wide selection of languages, including English, Farsi, and Hebrew (just to name a few). THE ECCENTRIC OPERA's music has been used in Japanese TV shows, commercials, and radio shows.
Nami Sagara now performs solo under the name 'Tokyo Nammy' and lends vocals to Yoshida Tatsuya's Koenjihyakkei .
Nahoko Kakiage launched a solo singing career under major label Pony Canyon (Japan) in 2002. She has released 2 solo albums.
Sanctus
The Eccentric Opera Lyrics
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It's ancient, all one, intertwined together
Mysterious
Same origin, all life attains distinction, evolution
In this bed of the earth,
Sleep and open my eyes in rapture again
Oh, Sanctus
My life, memory from all
Metempsychosis
It's surely no meaningless accident
Inspiration
To listen for a precious whisper and feel all the time,
Our mission
For a timeless future, desire to be complete, pure and clear
Metamorphosis, time to be beautiful and happy
Oh, Sanctus
Our life, natural magic
Oh, Sanctus
Our pleasure, forever spirit
Every song will be played you if you take a deep breath
Every story will be told you if you feel your heart
The song "Sanctus" by The Eccentric Opera is a celebration of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. The lyrics describe the unity of all things, drawing parallels between the ancient past and the present moment. The concept of metempsychosis, or the transmigration of souls, is introduced as evidence of the meaningfulness of all life, as each life affects and is affected by all others.
The imagery of the song reinforces this theme, as the singer describes "a bed of the earth" where they can "sleep and open [their] eyes in rapture again." This mirrors the cycle of life and death in nature, where all living things are part of a never-ending process of transformation and renewal. The singer also speaks of the importance of listening for "a precious whisper" that contains inspiration and a sense of purpose. This purpose is a call to be "complete, pure and clear," and to embrace the metamorphosis of life that brings beauty and joy.
The repetitive use of the phrase "Oh, Sanctus" throughout the song serves as a mantra, reinforcing the sense of interconnectedness and spiritual significance of everything in life. The lyrics encourage the listener to take a deep breath and feel their heart, reminding them that every song and every story is already within them, waiting to be heard.
Line by Line Meaning
Fantastic
The song is amazing and extraordinary.
It's ancient, all one, intertwined together
The song has an old origin and is a blend of various elements.
Mysterious
The song has an enigmatic quality.
Same origin, all life attains distinction, evolution
The song celebrates the origins of all living beings and their development.
In this bed of the earth,
The song evokes imagery of being in harmony with nature.
Sleep and open my eyes in rapture again
The song is hypnotic and encourages a transcendental state.
It makes all of us transform, awake over and over
The song has transformative power, causing repeated awakenings.
Oh, Sanctus
The song is a hymn, praising something holy or sacred.
My life, memory from all
The song is deeply personal and evocative, with nostalgic undertones.
Metempsychosis
The song alludes to spiritual rebirth or reincarnation.
It's surely no meaningless accident
The song's creation was not by chance, but purposeful.
Inspiration
The song is derived from a source of artistic or intellectual inspiration.
To listen for a precious whisper and feel all the time,
The song is meant to be listened to attentively and felt deeply.
Our mission
The song carries a message or purpose.
For a timeless future, desire to be complete, pure and clear
The song expresses a longing for a perfect future state.
Metamorphosis, time to be beautiful and happy
The song references the process of transformation into a state of bliss.
Our life, natural magic
The song is magical and celebrates the beauty of life.
Our pleasure, forever spirit
The song brings joy and has eternal essence.
Every song will be played you if you take a deep breath
The song encourages listeners to engage fully and breathe deeply.
Every story will be told you if you feel your heart
The song has a narrative quality that can be felt with the heart.
Contributed by Keira I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.