Lyrics
Well, I'm starin' at my Sony, a-drinkin' Kirun beer
Reflects the speaker's current situation—drinking beer and contemplating while looking at a Sony product.
I had a nickel in my pocket when it all came clear
The realization of a significant idea or decision with minimal resources.
I hopped into my Honda, it's a little bitty car
Driving a small Honda car, possibly preparing for a journey.
And I'm drivin' down to meet you at the Sushi Bar
Heading to a specific meeting point, a Sushi Bar, indicating a social or romantic rendezvous.
But don't tell me I'm crazy until you hear my plan
Challenging others' judgment before revealing a bold plan.
I'm gonna buy two tickets and move to Japan
Expressing the intention to purchase two tickets and relocate to Japan.
I'm gonna move to Japan
Reiterating the determination to move to Japan.
I'm gonna move to Japan
-So if you've got no job and runnin' out of dough
Addressing individuals facing joblessness or financial constraints due to factory relocation.
And they moved the factory down to Mexico
Refers to the relocation of factories to Mexico, potentially leading to job losses.
Just pack your bags and don't forget your Kimona
Suggests packing belongings, including a kimono, for the move.
And you'll be followin' me, honey, all the way to Yokohama
Encouraging a partner to join the speaker on the journey to Yokohama, Japan.
We're gonna move to Japan
Repeating the determination to relocate to Japan.
We're gonna move to Japan
-Tokyo's got the neon
Highlighting Tokyo's vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
I put a pot of green tea on
Engaging in a traditional practice—making green tea.
Akira Kurosawa
Mentions notable cultural references and places in Japan.
Sapporo Okinawa
-Girls with almond eyes
Describes the cultural aspects of Japan, including food and appearance.
Eatin' seaweed and rice
-It's the land of tradition
Contrasts traditional aspects with the speaker's mission-driven approach.
But I'm a man on a mission
-When we get to Japan we're gonna do our part
Commitment to contributing positively upon arrival in Japan.
We're gonna love Japan with all of our heart
-From the unemployment line I see lots to be done
Observing opportunities for work in Japan, particularly for those unemployed.
And they're taking all hands in the land of the risin' sun
-And I love my mom and my apple pie
Expressing affection for one's home country while embracing the new adventure in Japan.
But sayonara Uncle Sam, hello Samurai
-We're gonna move to Japan
Reaffirming the determination to move to Japan and highlighting it as a place for working individuals.
We're gonna move to Japan
-We're gonna move to Japan
-Hey, we're gonna move to Japan
-The home of the working man
Portrays Japan as a place suitable for the labor force.
It's rolling
Incomplete line, possibly an intentional stylistic choice or a cliffhanger.
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