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.
Sometime Samurai
Towa Tei Lyrics
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Sing to me your lullaby-y-y-y
Sometime Samurai
Man of the moment, possibly all time
Sing to me your lullaby-y-y-y
Sometime Samurai
Sometime Samurai
Sometime Samurai (sometime)
Sometime Samurai (sing to me, yeah)
Mmm Mmm my ocean and swimming at high tide
Softly you protect me, tender touch of you
Floating in your shadow
I'm like a leaf up on the water
Cradled by your greatness
Safe now in your arms
Ooo Mmm Mmm in my treetop i'm wearing such a smile
Cooly you caress me
I purr next to you
Longing for nothing but more of this
You are my dreamtime
wisely when you guide me
Lovely in your lights
Mmm i'm feeling just a little dizzy
Do you think i can sit down for a while
Man of the moment, possibly all time
Sing to me your lullaby-y-y-y
Sometime Samurai
Sometime Samurai
The lyrics of Towa Tei's song Sometime Samurai convey a sense of protectiveness, safety, and calmness in the presence of someone who is described as a "man of the moment, possibly all time" and a "sometime samurai". The song has an ethereal and dreamy atmosphere that matches the visuals of the music video, where the singer appears to be floating in water surrounded by cherry blossoms. The lyrics also allude to being cradled and guided by the greatness of this man, who is likened to an ocean or a shadow.
The repetition of "sing to me your lullaby" adds to the soothing ambiance of the song and reinforces the idea of being comforted and cared for. The second verse describes a feeling of contentment and happiness while being with this person, who is compared to a treetop and is said to caress the singer coolly. The line "longing for nothing but more of this" encapsulates the sense of fulfillment and satisfaction that being in the presence of the sometime samurai brings.
Overall, Sometime Samurai conveys a sense of surrender and trust in the protective and comforting presence of someone who is powerful and wise.
Line by Line Meaning
Man of the moment, possibly all time
You are an exceptionally impressive man who may be remembered for generations to come
Sing to me your lullaby-y-y-y
Share with me your calming melody
Sometime Samurai
You are a warrior, but only at times or in certain situations
Sometime Samurai
You are a warrior, but only at times or in certain situations
Sometime Samurai
You are a warrior, but only at times or in certain situations
Sometime Samurai (sometime)
You are a warrior, but only at times or in certain situations
Sometime Samurai (sing to me, yeah)
Even a samurai can still share a soothing tune
Mmm Mmm my ocean and swimming at high tide
Metaphorically, you are my ocean and I am swimming in you during high tide
Softly you protect me, tender touch of you
You protect me gently and with a nurturing touch
Floating in your shadow
I am near you, but also in your protection
I'm like a leaf up on the water
I am light and buoyant in your care
Cradled by your greatness
I am held and supported by your impressive qualities
Safe now in your arms
I am secure and protected in your embrace
Ooo Mmm Mmm in my treetop i'm wearing such a smile
Metaphorically, I am happy as if I am in a treetop and wearing a smile
Cooly you caress me
You gently touch and comfort me in a calm manner
I purr next to you
I am content and relaxed in your presence
Longing for nothing but more of this
I desire only to continue feeling this sense of contentment with you
You are my dreamtime
You are the embodiment of my dreams and fantasies
wisely when you guide me
You lead me with intelligence and good judgement
Lovely in your lights
You are breathtaking in every way
Mmm i'm feeling just a little dizzy
I am overwhelmed in the best way possible
Do you think i can sit down for a while
May I take a moment to rest and fully embrace these feelings?
Contributed by Aubrey C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
UNCLE FEMALE
i wish these two did a full EP like kylie + garibay
ejej
I've been trying to manifest that into existence so hard over the years, but no luck :(
José Luis
Urgeee que permitan a Spotify publicar este tesoro 😍
Juan Jose Schlager
Ya la puedes encontrar en Spotify, busca a TOWA TEI su álbum FLASH, también está GBI
José Luis
@Juan Jose Schlager ¡Acabas de hacer mi fin de semana! MUCHAS GRACIAS
Snaketide
Recorded in 96' and released in 2005 gotta love it
Battlements
With everything occurring in the world and all that has occurred besides- it is important for me to let Towa Tei know how important he is. As well as how important he has been, to me.
Eva Elliott
I love him too
noche marina
I HATE IT'S NOT AVAILABLE ON YT MUSIC :C
eternal love to this magnificent piece.
Rick Deckard
Such a classic.