In 2001, 川瀬智子 (Tomoko Kawase) launched her solo career under the name of Tommy february6, a character named from a combination of her nickname and birthdate. Vastly different from the japanese rock/japanese pop sound of The Brilliant Green for whom she is also lead singer of, Tommy february6's persona and sound are that of a generic American 1980s pop icon. Her eponymous debut album was released on the day of her 27th birthday.
川瀬智子's original intention with Tommy february6 was to create a character who was far from innocent, though she appeared that cute in both sound and appearance; Tommy february6 was designed to be someone who was true to her feelings despite the cutesy nature of her outward character, do as she wanted (and as such, Tommy february6 is seen repeatedly in music videos drinking alcohol from flasks, bars, etc.) Unfortunately, the original concept started to disappoint her, and 川瀬智子 began to feel that the character could no longer maintain its purity.
After a performance as Tommy february6 in 2003, 川瀬智子 took off her glasses and donned a much more alternative look to create Tommy heavenly6, a brand new character with a modern rock sound. 川瀬智子 would later explain that Tommy heavenly6 was born from a dream that Tommy february6 had, in which she extrovertly embraces all the elements of her personality she had previously been repressing. This is reflected in the promotional video for Tommy heavenly6's first single, Wait Till I Can Dream, wherein Tommy february6 drinks from a hip flask and falls asleep, only to be woken by Tommy heavenly6. Musically, she's the polar opposite of Tommy february6, and possesses an image most people would consider more dangerous, but 川瀬智子 claims that Tommy heavenly6 is far more pure and true to her heart than Tommy february6 is.
川瀬智子 claims that the invention of Tommy heavenly6 occurred due of her disappointment in Tommy february6's character, but far from being a replacement, 川瀬智子 chose to keep the two characters' careers separate. During 2003 and 2004, Tommy heavenly6 released only two singles, whilst Tommy february6 went on to release her second full album, Tommy Airline. It would be in August 2005 (nearly exactly two years after her first single) that Tommy heavenly6 would finally release her third single, which was shortly followed by her own long awaited eponymous debut album.
In 2006/2007 Kawase has had a very busy period, releasing five new singles and a new album, Heavy Starry Heavenly as Tommy heavenly6. She finished this productive phase with the Heavy Starry Tour, four live performances as Tommy heavenly6 during March 2007. She incorporated most of her songs into this live format, pleasing her army of fans with an hour and a half show, complete with her now regular backing band.
Tommy heavenly6 created a new single for the SOUL EATER anime entitled PAPERMOON which was released December 10th, 2008 and was used as the opening for the show this fall as well as a new song entitled 'Unlimited Sky' which was used as an insert song for the GUNDAM 00 anime, this song was included on the soon to follow 'best of' release "Gothic Melting Ice Cream Gothic Nightmare" which was a collection of all her singles to date, plus some album tracks and b-sides.
Soon to follow was the controversial release of a new concept album, "I KILL MY HEART" on April 29th 2009. This saw Tommy move away from the Pop/Rock sound to a more Grunge/Alternative Rock sound. The album was to include no singles, but did include two promotional videos. This album split Tommy fans right down the middle, with some condeming it as boring and stale, while others raved about it being brilliant and a work of genius.
At the moment Tommy's future is uncertain after she ended her relationship with Sony Music Japan and DefSTAR , along with the other members of The Brilliant Green.
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In addition to her own solo singing career, Kawase has produced and written songs for the idol group Tommy☆angels, as well as making a protege of former soloist Asuka Hinoi.
Kawase has also made an appearance as the voice of Pikki in the anime series Piroppo, briefly modelled for Italian fashion house Fiorucci and for a period of time hosted Break Down, an MTV show.
She also worked as a producer on the Takashi Fujii single, entitled OH MY JULIET.
Tommy heavenly6's official website is http://www.tommyheavenly6.jp.
Swear
Tommy heavenly6 Lyrics
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to black day Step by step
We are jumpin' to the end
We can not breath
It's only in my head
冷たい硝子の雨が突き刺さるわ
Broken heart
Day after day
雲に潜む月が怖くて
歩けないわ道が暗くて
動けないわそばにいて
So don't let me down
あなたがいるから
わたしここにいるの
Candy eyes
Don't leave me 受け止めて
これは運命ではないけど
Baby I swear
月影に揺れる涙を今照らして
ah ah ah ah ah ah
In my head 冷たい硝子の
靴を脱ぎ捨てるわだから
Don't leave me 待っていて
きっとあなたに似合うから
Stay with me 微笑んでいてね
もう迷わないように
Don't leave me 受け止めて
例え運命ではなくても
Baby I swear
永遠に甘い幻を歌うから
The lyrics of "Swear" by Tommy heavenly6 depict a situation where the singer is feeling lost and helpless, but finds hope in the presence of a loved one. The opening lines suggest that the singer is going through a difficult time, but somehow manages to keep moving forward - even if it's just one step at a time. The line "We can not breathe" could be interpreted as feeling suffocated by the overwhelming emotions and despair in their head. Meanwhile, the "Broken heart" line indicates that the cause of the singer's distress may be related to a failed relationship or heartbreak.
In the second half of the song, the singer addresses their loved one. The line "雲に潜む月が怖くて" (Kumo ni hisomu tsuki ga kowakute - I'm scared of the moon hiding in the clouds) creates a haunting image of something that should be beautiful becoming ominous and threatening. The singer feels lost and unable to move forward, but finds strength and comfort in the presence of their loved one - "So don't let me down/あなたがいるから/わたしここにいるの" (Anata ga iru kara/Watashi koko ni iru no - Because you're here, I'm here). The repeated lines "Don't leave me 受け止めて/Kore wa unmei dewa nai kedo/Baby I swear" (Don't leave me, catch me/This isn't fate, but/Baby I swear) emphasize the singer's desperate plea and their commitment to their loved one, even though they acknowledge that the situation is not destiny.
Overall, "Swear" is a heartfelt ballad about love and the struggles of life. The lyrics depict a person who is in danger of losing hope, but finds solace in the presence of their loved one. The repeated "Baby, I swear" line creates a sense of determination and commitment, suggesting that the singer is willing to fight for their relationship and hope for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm feelin' so flyin' to black day Step by step
I feel like I am soaring towards a dark future, one step at a time.
We are jumpin' to the end
We are heading towards a final destination where everything will come to an end.
We can not breath
We feel suffocated and unable to catch our breath.
It's only in my head
These fears and anxieties are only figments of my imagination.
冷たい硝子の雨が突き刺さるわ
The rain of cold glass shards is piercing through me.
Broken heart
My heart is shattered and broken.
I'm feelin' so cryin' in my blue Day after day
I feel very sad every day and can't stop crying.
雲に潜む月が怖くて
The moon hiding behind the clouds scares me.
歩けないわ道が暗くて
I can't walk because the road is dark and scary.
動けないわそばにいて
I can't move, please stay by my side.
So don't let me down
Please don't disappoint me.
あなたがいるからわたしここにいるの
I'm here because you are here.
Candy eyes
Your sweet eyes.
Don't leave me 受け止めて
Please catch me and don't leave me.
これは運命ではないけど Baby I swear
This may not be fate, but I swear...
月影に揺れる涙を今照らして
Illuminate the tears that quiver in the moonlight.
In my head 冷たい硝子の 靴を脱ぎ捨てるわだから
In my mind, I'm taking off my cold, glass shoes and discarding them.
Don't leave me 待っていてきっとあなたに似合うから
Wait for me, because I know I belong with you.
Stay with me 微笑んでいてね もう迷わないように
Stay with me, smile at me, so I won't lose my way again.
例え運命ではなくても Baby I swear
Even if this isn't fate, I swear...
永遠に甘い幻を歌うから
I will sing of sweet illusions forever.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: HEAVENLY 6 TOMMY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pink Girl
cada canción de Tommy es tan pink
chica
ヘヴンリーの大好きな曲。
サウンドもそうだけど、トミーの三編みにフレンチスリーブのボーダーTにミニスカートが可愛いかっこいい。
ほんと、渋い。
eastwoodf S
渋すぎ。グランジのヘヴィーな音が抑圧されたヘヴンリーのキャラと合ってる。
この時のトミーはティーンじゃないけど、バンド始めたアメリカのナイーブなティーンにいそう。これで一本青春ムービー出来そう(ハッピーじゃなく、モヤモヤして終わるやつ)
ルフレのゲーム実況
マジで時代が追い付いて無かったと思う
Chapter
今ならこの独特のPVのダサさすらレトロでいいですよね。
曲は言う前でもなくいいです。
kscrew
この曲の気怠い感じめっちゃ好きだし
ツインテールのTommyもカワイイ！
J. L.
I love this song, one of my favorites!!!!! :D
激辛プリン
個人的にはすごい好き。
Toshimo
美人で美脚でかっこよくて、tommy heavenly6はこういうのが特に似合うと思う
kei kos
どうしようもなくかわいい