In 2005, Towa Tei released a new album dubbed Flash and a new single with Kylie Minogue, "Sometime Samurai", which reached number six in Japan.
His best-known work in the West was as part of the post-80's NY house music trio, Deee-Lite.
After the break-up of Deee-Lite in the late 90's, Towa Tei returned to Tokyo to join the burgeoning "Shibuya-kei Scene" with the likes of Pizzicato 5 and Fantastic Plastic Machine.
His 5th. original album is out in Japan and on iTunes internationally. The single "Mind Wall" that featured Miho Hatori has received the Best Dance Music Video Award at MTV Music Video in Japan 2009.
As a DJ, he has been actively playing all over the world.
Luv Connection
Towa Tei Lyrics
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Even when you're not here
Because i got enough loving to last for always
I never fear
Caressing my body from a distance
I feel, Hot Wet, Cold Sweat
piercing eyes i won't forget
A fire that burns within
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
Upon so strong it'll never die
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
An everlasting, ever loving tie
Don't need a phone to hear you call me
Cause you got a line to my heart
Whenever i need a little honey baby
You're never far
Vision of ecstasy Come to me
Like the trees from of need
I'll always be the one
Cause you give me fever A fire that burns within
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
Upon so strong it'll never die
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
An everlasting, ever loving tie
We got a luv connection
True devotion object of my emotion
We got a luv connection baby
No regrets, I won't forget
Cause you know I love you
(got a) Luv connection!!
Everybody need some one
Everybody need some love
An everlasting, ever loving tie
Luv connection Got a luv connection?
Got a luv connection?
Got a luv connection?
Got a luv connection?
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
Upon so strong it'll never die
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
An everlasting, ever loving tie
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
Upon so strong it'll never die
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
An everlasting, ever loving tie
The song "Luv Connection" by TOWA TEI is a love song that describes the intensity of the singer's love for someone who is not physically present. The lyrics convey a sense of emotional and physical connection that transcends distance, as the singer feels the presence of their lover even when they aren't near. The line "We’ve got a luv connection baby, Upon so strong it’ll never die" emphasizes the depth and endurance of their love. The singer also describes the physical sensations they experience when thinking of their lover, such as feeling hot, wet, and having a cold sweat.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "We’ve got a luv connection baby, An everlasting, ever-loving tie" which speaks to the longevity of their connection, suggesting that it is not a passing feeling but a deep and meaningful bond. The singer explains how they feel a vision of ecstasy that comes to them, which may be an envisioned projection of their loved one or a heightened feeling of love that overcomes them. The last line of the song "Everybody need some one, Everybody need some love" solidifies the universal nature of the desire for love and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel your love all around me
Even though you're not physically present, I sense your love.
Because i got enough loving to last for always
My cup of love is overflowing and will always continue to.
I never fear
My faith in our love is unshakeable, I never doubt it.
Caressing my body from a distance
Your love is touching me even when you're not here physically.
I feel, Hot Wet, Cold Sweat
Your love has the power to make me feel intense emotions like in this moment (Hot Wet, Cold Sweat).
piercing eyes i won't forget
I remember your eyes that have a deep, penetrating look.
cause you give me a fever
Your love ignites a passion in me.
A fire that burns within
My love for you is intense and will never extinguish.
We've got a luv connection baby (baby)
We have an unbreakable connection with a love that lasts a lifetime (baby).
Upon so strong it'll never die
Our connection is so powerful that it can never be broken.
Don't need a phone to hear you call me
Even without being in contact, I can sense when you need me.
Cause you got a line to my heart
You have a direct path to my heart, and I feel your emotions strongly.
Vision of ecstasy Come to me
I have a vision of being completely happy and content with you.
Like the trees from of need
This feeling of contentment is a fundamental part of me, like the trees that are fixed in place.
I'll always be the one
I'll always be there for you, no matter what.
True devotion object of my emotion
My love for you is deep; it's my primary source of inspiration and emotion in life.
No regrets, I won't forget
I'll never regret my decision to love you, and I'll never forget you.
Cause you know I love you
I express my love for you through all of my actions.
(got a) Luv connection!!
My connection with you is built on love and affection.
Everybody need some one
Everyone in life needs someone to love.
Everybody need some love
Love is a fundamental need for all human beings.
An everlasting, ever loving tie
Our love is an unbreakable bond that lasts forever.
Got a luv connection?
Do you feel the same unbreakable bond with me?
Got a luv connection?
Can you sense our unbreakable bond too?
Got a luv connection?
Is our love unbreakable in your eyes too?
Got a luv connection?
Do you feel the depth of our love just as I do?
Writer(s): Tei Towa, Cardwell Joi
Contributed by Isabelle J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Credits:
Bass – Haruomi Hosono
Computer [Additional Programming] – Fernando Aponte
Executive Producer – Yutaka Goto, Yoshio Okabe
Guitar, Sitar [Electric] – Hiroshi Takano
Mastered By – Chris Gehringer
Mixed By – Goh Hotoda
Piano [Acoustic] – Ryuichi Sakamoto
Producer, Keyboards, Computer [Programming] – Towa Tei
Saxophone – Yasuaki Shimizu
Vocals – Joi Cardwell
Vocals [Chorus] – Vivien Sessoms
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Starring Credits:
Producer, Art Direction, Keyboards, Computer [Programming] – Towa Tei
Computer [Additional Programming] – Fernando Aponte
Executive Producer – Yutaka Goto, Yoshio Okabe
Mastered By – Chris Gehringer
Mixed By – Goh Hotoda
Bass – Haruomi Hosono
Piano [Acoustic] – Ryuichi Sakamoto
Saxophone – Yasuaki Shimizu
Guitar, Sitar [Electric] – Hiroshi Takano
Vocals – Joi Cardwell
Vocals [Chorus] – Vivien Sessoms
@sicksour7791
I found this album at a goodwill for 99 cents and it's been the only cd in my truck for almost a year. These tracks never get old, so lucky I found this diamond in the rough
@uniqfox
My ex donated that lolz
@ko-ma33
シタールの音色がたまらん・・・✨なんてオシャレなの🤗
@user-ld4rw5xk5l
坂本教授の参加したライブの動画から来ました。むちゃくちゃ久しぶりに聞きましたわ、この曲。色気があって良い曲だよね〜。
@morphomm9446
何年過ぎてもこの曲好きなの……なんでだろ好き
@user-jl1zm2iy2b
自分が中高生の時代にこういう音楽が流行ってたのはラッキーだったと思う
@oliversukieeeee2338
2022！あと50年は聴きます
@rickylovesyou9063
Towa Tei doesn't age. Neither does his music. Still smooth af. 2018 to infinity.
@formxshape
Credits:
Bass – Haruomi Hosono
Computer [Additional Programming] – Fernando Aponte
Executive Producer – Yutaka Goto, Yoshio Okabe
Guitar, Sitar [Electric] – Hiroshi Takano
Mastered By – Chris Gehringer
Mixed By – Goh Hotoda
Piano [Acoustic] – Ryuichi Sakamoto
Producer, Keyboards, Computer [Programming] – Towa Tei
Saxophone – Yasuaki Shimizu
Vocals – Joi Cardwell
Vocals [Chorus] – Vivien Sessoms
@linda3ken4
Video directer is Hiroyuki Nakano.
He also directs DEEELITE's "Groove Is In The Heart" music video.