Their first band name was Steven's Team, named after the movie The Cable Guy.
Big Japan's first release, Music for Dummies, was digitally released through Nightshift Records on August 23, 2005. This CD originally titled "Music for Dummies" was changed to "Untitled" thus the limited number of CDs printed have become collectors items. The band planned to release an EP in early 2007 (as announced in Big Japan's myspace) however said EP was not realeased.
life saver
big japan Lyrics
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the lines been drawn.
But I can't differentiate,
the side you're on.
Are you my nemesis or my lover,
I guess six a once half a dozen of another ...
I guess it is what you say it is.
So go ahead and push me,
put me out of my misery.
But I still can't see why you'd come waidin' in ... after me.
I can feel the wear and tear,
the older I get.
I can hear the gear slip and squeak when I step.
So what's the point with all your bullshit comments.
So what's the difference in backhanded compliments and loaded questions.
When it's water under the bridge,
I guess it is what you say it is.
So go ahead and push me,
put me out of my misery.
But I still can't see why you'd come waidin' in ... after me.
It's water under the bridge,
I guess it is what you say it is.
So go ahead and push me,
put me out of my misery.
But I still can't see why you'd come waidin' in ... after me
The lyrics of "Life Saver" by Big Japan reflect the complex and confusing nature of a relationship that has gone sour. The singer is struggling to understand where things went wrong and is unable to differentiate the side the other person is on. The lines have been drawn, but the situation is not straightforward. The person in question could be either a nemesis or a lover. The singer is left confused and frustrated, unsure of what to do.
The singer refers to his age, feeling the wear and tear of life as he grows older. He is metaphorically comparing his age to a machine that slips and squeaks. He then questions the point of the comments made by the other person, labeling them as "bullshit." He further highlights the difference in a backhanded compliment and a loaded question.
In the chorus, the singer acknowledges that the situation has become irreparable, comparing it to water under the bridge. He understands that the other person may push him and put him out of his misery, but he still can't understand why they would bother wading back in after him.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not complicated,
the lines been drawn.
The situation is clear and defined, but I'm confused about where you stand.
But I can't differentiate,
the side you're on.
I can't tell if you're my adversary or my ally.
Are you my nemesis or my lover,
I guess six a once half a dozen of another ...
It's hard to differentiate between your intentions, whether they're hostile or loving.
When it's water under the bridge,
I guess it is what you say it is.
When an issue has passed, I have to accept your perspective on it even if I don't agree.
So go ahead and push me,
put me out of my misery.
If you're going to hurt me, just get it over with instead of prolonging my suffering.
But I still can't see why you'd come waidin' in ... after me.
I don't understand why you're getting involved with my problems.
I can feel the wear and tear,
the older I get.
As I age, I become more aware of the physical and emotional impact of stress.
I can hear the gear slip and squeak when I step.
My body and mind are starting to show signs of strain and exhaustion.
So what's the point with all your bullshit comments.
I don't understand why you're making meaningless and insincere remarks.
So what's the difference in backhanded compliments and loaded questions.
I can't tell if your remarks are meant to harm or deceive me in some way.
Contributed by Jordyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stefan P.
regardless of Adam Brody, who is in my opinion a briliant actor, this music is fucking cool
Rennar
I love this song! Singer's voice grew on me after 2 listenings. Now it's one of my all-time favorites
Camille Guillemot
Freakin' awesome :D Not only because Adam Brody is in this band. I love the singer's voice
Manon Kozlowski
Adam Brody is the drummer Great song ! <3
Evy Heart
Damn good! Ok, the voice could be deeper, but I like the sound sooooo much!!! I hope they go on working and releasing another album!
lisa cohen
I like it! His voice is awesome.
P.W PleaseWelcome
Me too !! It's a wonderfull song !! The best of this song is the guitar introduction
Juanitocross
nítida! puedo escucharla una y otra vez
DCenation8285
Great Band ! <3
Débora Carvalho
I love how Big Japan sounds ❤❤ Need to make t-shirts for that amazing band and wear them and hang out while I listen to that peace of heaven ❤❤