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1) Yutaka Yokokura (横倉 裕) is a Japanese pianist, keyboardist, kotoist, arranger and composer. He recorded three albums with GRP Records: Yutaka (1988), Brazasia (1990), and Another Sun (1993).
He previously recorded the album Love Light in 1978 by Alfa Records Japan. The album received an American release in 1981 on ALFA international America, with the title single, featuring a lead vocal by Patti Austin, reaching #81 on the Billboard Hot 100.
He also recorded his cover version of Donny Hathaway's This Christmas from the GRP All Star Christmas Collection Vol. 1 in 1988.
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2) Philipe Yutaka is a Brazilian Japanese singer-songwriter who publishes his music on several streaming sites like his official YouTube channel or Spotify. His songs have a big influence from Jamaican reggae music and MPB from Brazil.
Smile for Me
Yutaka Lyrics
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Shine your light on me
And in your eyes
Stars arise
Turn your sun my way
Be night and day
You're the one whose name I call
Shield this plain and fragile heart
From storms to come
Cause you're the one
Smile for me
Trust my secrecy
What your eyes tell
It's guarded well
Fear no strings, no ties
When mountain rise
Freedom's born in your embrace
I taste love's many ways
Take me high on wings, let's fly
Just you and I
Our river knows where it flows
The lyrics of Yutaka's song Smile For Me expresses the desire to be with someone who brings joy and happiness. The singer wants the person he is singing to, to smile for him and be a source of light in his life. The lyrics "Shine your light on me, and in your eyes stars arise" represents the promise to be there for the person in both good and bad times. The lines "Be night and day, You're the one whose name I call, When the tall shadows fall" further reflect the trust, support, and companionship that the singer is seeking.
The verse "Fear no strings, no ties When mountain rise, Freedom's born in your embrace" seems to convey the idea of unconditional love - one that is not dependent on external factors like material possessions or social status. The singer wants to be with someone who is secure in themselves and can embrace freedom in love without being held back by anything. The lines "Shield this plain and fragile heart From storms to come, Cause you're the one" are a plea for protection, a desire to be sheltered from future life challenges by the one they love.
Overall, the song is a beautiful depiction of love, trust and companionship. It represents the idea of being vulnerable enough to share oneself with another person, believing that they will be accepted, and that together, they can face any challenges that come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Smile for me
Please smile to light up my day.
Shine your light on me
Illuminate me with your bright radiance.
And in your eyes
Looking into your eyes,
Stars arise
I see the universe lighting up.
Turn your sun my way
Let your warmth come towards me.
Be night and day
Be there for me always, whether it's dark or light.
You're the one whose name I call
I always call out your name when I need someone.
When the tall shadows fall
When times are tough and everything is falling apart.
Shield this plain and fragile heart
Protect my broken heart from the upcoming hardships.
From storms to come
From the bad days that are yet to come.
Cause you're the one
Because you're the only one for me.
Smile for me
Please smile to comfort me now.
Trust my secrecy
Believe in me, and trust me to keep your secrets.
What your eyes tell
I understand what you're saying through your eyes.
It's guarded well
I promise to keep your secret safe.
Fear no strings, no ties
Don't worry about any commitments or obligations.
When mountain rise
When roadblocks come in our way.
Freedom's born in your embrace
I feel free and liberated when you hold me.
I taste love's many ways,
I understand the different aspects of love in your embrace.
Take me high on wings, let's fly
Let's travel to new heights, hand in hand.
Just you and I
It'll be just us, together forever.
Our river knows where it flows
Our relationship is destined, and it knows where it's heading.
Contributed by Chloe P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kevinshea8937
I feel so lucky to have scored this CD, used, just recently!
@ronrages5785
Timeless beautiful smooth jazz.. I'm still enjoying this Cd like the first time I heard it..excellent!!!!
@onehit2364
Wowwwww
@ronrages5785
Truly one of the best smooth jazz Cds ever created. beautiful, smooth, and way ahead of it's time.
@IronMan-tk8uc
Actually it is right into its time. 1990s smooth jazz was at the peak of quality and creativity!
@lalanevanducci9217
THIS SONG IS SO BEAUTIFUL! HEARTFELT TO THE MAX!!
@kurtgreen9511
The sound of Ivan Lins always sends me to a blissful space.
@akirayi6108
Oh so wow with ivan lins thank you yutaka beautiful music
@milothewonderdog4286
I have this CD. Just gorgeous!👍🏻
@MrRoger2306
Música maravilhosa. Grande Yutaka e super banda. Participação super especial do mestre Ivan Lins no vocalize.