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Tabuchi, Hisako 田渕ひさ子 - guitar, vocals
born 1975 DEC 09
from Fukuoka prefecture
since starting guitar at age 13, continued to play guitar in girl bands without stopping. joined Number Girl at 19 and moved to Tokyo in 1998. after the break-up in 2002, formed Toddle. in 2003, joined Bloodthirsty Butchers.
Her intense guitar playing that would wake a sleeping child is impressive, but taking over vocals for the first time in Toddle, she shows a never-before-seen side of herself. apparently had been karaoke buddies with Kobayashi before forming the band. currently mentally training for various things while living a busy daily life.

Kobayashi, Ai 小林愛 - guitar, vocals
born 1975 DEC 02
from Kanagawa prefecture
began guitar at age 18 due to joining a band, but because she especially liked listening to lo-fi stuff, she convinced herself she didn't need to be good with an instrument and so skipped practicing which she regrets somewhat reaching this point without improving. in 1998, began Swarm's Arm and is still loosely active with them.
invited by her drinking buddy Tabuchi, she joined Toddle. since she was a fan of Tabuchi's guitar, she gets chills. before joining, worked with Ezaki as support for Luminous Orange.

Ezaki, Noritoshi 江崎典利 - bass
born 1972 OCT 02
from Fukuoka prefecture
began piano at age 4. picked up a bass at 21 and starts going to the studio with Eiji of the band Rumtag in which he still currently continues playing. after performing as Stand Cast Bagg, they recruited Yasuoka, Hideki and became Rumtag. moved to Tokyo in 2001. if he's needed, he generally will play anywhere. having played essential support in Pealout, he's currently handling bass in Luminous Orange.
participated in a concert as guest bassist when Toddle was made of 3 members, and due to huge fanfare, joined officially. old friends with Tabuchi sinde Fukuoka days. after a long time, rhythm section of he and Yasuoka has been revived.

Yasuoka, Hideki 安岡秀樹 - drums
born 1976 JAN 26
from Kouchi prefecture
at age 16, starts drums in hardcore band at invitation of older brother. in 1995, forms Stinkbomb with Eiji(of Rumtag) and Nakao, Kentarou (Sloth Love Chunks). after break-up, begins Rumtag with Eiji. after moving to Tokyo in 1999, leaves Rumtag. begins Niumun in 2000 and is still lively and active.

I Dedicate D Chord
toddle Lyrics

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軽く手を振ってさよなら
心配しないで行っていいよ
交差しない道ゆく
僕らはいつもひとり
冷たい風に
こみ上げるにおい飲み込む
それを想うとき
いつも色彩は燃えるよ

遠く風にのり　頬撫でる
その声は今も優しい
光る雲を見てる
僕らはいつもひとり
風景の中で　息をしている

それを想うとき
今も色彩は燃えるよ

Overall Meaning

These lyrics are from the song "I Dedicate D Chord" by Japanese artist Toddle. The song is about saying goodbye to someone and wishing them well on their journey. The lyrics encourage the listener to not worry and that it's okay to go their separate ways. The idea of being alone is repeated throughout the song, but rather than being a negative, it's presented as a peaceful and reflective state. The image of the cold wind and the smell it carries is used to symbolize the emotions that the singer is feeling. However, despite the sadness of parting, the colors of life continue to burn bright, providing a sense of comfort and hope.

The lyrics evoke many feelings and emotions, and the melody complements this with a soft and soothing rhythm. Throughout the song, Toddle's gentle voice blends perfectly with the soothing melody, creating an atmosphere of lyrical beauty that is sure to appeal to any listener. This song is a perfect example of how music can reach into one's soul and stir up feelings that are sometimes hard to articulate.

Line by Line Meaning

軽く手を振ってさよなら
With a gentle wave, say goodbye

心配しないで行っていいよ
Don't worry and go on your way

交差しない道ゆく
We travel down roads that never cross

僕らはいつもひとり
We are always alone

冷たい風にこみ上げるにおい飲み込む
We inhale the scent that rises in the cold wind

それを想うとき
When we think about it

いつも色彩は燃えるよ
The colors always burn

遠く風にのり　頬撫でる
We ride the wind and feel it brush our cheeks

その声は今も優しい
That voice is still gentle today

光る雲を見てる
We are looking at shining clouds

風景の中で　息をしている
We are breathing in the scenery