Halcali - Otsukare Summer

HALCALI (ハルカリ, Harukari?) (a portmanteau of the names Halca (ハルカ, Halca?) and Yucali (ユカリ, Yucali?)) is a Japanese Hip-hop duo consisting of members Halca (born April 21, 1988) and Yucali (born July 18, 1987) from Meguro, Tokyo. They were signed to Oshare Track Factory on July 26, 2002 when lead singers Halca and Yucali, now both graduates from Meguro, attended an audition for "female rappers" held by the group Rip Slyme,[1][2] and were chosen out of several applicants as the singers for the band.[3][4] Their first single, "Tandem" which was released on January 8, 2003 was marketed on several Japanese television networks and MTV at the time of its release and entered into the Oricon Charts at position 19.[5][6]
HALCALI made their American debut in May 2008 as the musical guests of honor at at the Chicago-area Japanese culture, manga and anime convention Anime Central.[7][8] They performed again in America at Central Park, New York City on June 1, 2008 as part of a Japan Day Festival as part of the Yōkoso Japan tourism campaign.[9][10]
The time between the release of their first single to that of their debut album HALCALI moved away from mainstream J-pop and toward a style combining pop and rap, with what can be called an airy, self-parody "bubblegum" rap in the vein of earlier groups such as East End X Yuri. This was evident in their second and third singles, "Electric Sensei" (エレクトリック先生, "Electric Sensei"?) and "Giri Giri Surf Rider" (ギリギリ・サーフライダー, "Giri Giri Surf Rider"?) released in mid-2003. Both singles focused on rap rather than pop.
The latter song attracted attention from Western audiences when it appeared on Adam and Joe Go Tokyo.
HALCALI Bacon (ハルカリベーコン, HALCALI Bacon?) had tracks featuring guest singers in Japanese pop, who provided vocals as well as song collaborations. The album peaked at #5 on the Oricon charts, becoming the first album by a female hip-hop artist to enter the top ten. It remained on the charts for a total of twenty weeks. "Tandem" was such a successful hit, that the Latin American MTV featured this song in some spots.
Ongaku no Susume (音楽ノススメ, Recommended Music?) shows a greater variety of musical styles than the group's first album. A British magazine said in a review of Ongaku no Susume that the album was "something which De La Soul wished it could be." However, there was criticism that HALCALI's albums were being produced in an attempt to try and market towards their target audience.[citation needed]
Released on July 18, 2007, Cyborg Oretachi (サイボーグ俺達, We, the Cyborgs?) is HALCALI's first major label album, third original album, and fourth album release overall. The first press limited edition came with a bonus DVD. This is HALCALI's first album to be released in both CD only, and CD+DVD formats.
This album was originally rumoured to be titled Drive My Dreams, however the title was changed when official release information became available through their website.
Cyborg Oretachi also includes productions by O.T.F, Utamaru (Rhymester), Natalie Wise, Honestly, and Fantastic Plastic Machine, as well as collaborations and guest performances from Dr.kyOn (ex Bo Gumbos), Ramrider, Your Song Is Good, Polysics, Skaparahorns, and Kendo Kobayashi.
Even though the single "Tougenkyou / Lights, Camera. Action!" was listed as being a double A-side, "Lights, Camera. Action!" is not on the album
In winter 2003, HALCALI released their fourth single, the Christmas-themed "Strawberry Chips" (ストロベリーチップス, "Strawberry Chips"?). This single continued to show the fluctuation between rap and J-pop.
After the release of "Strawberry Chips", HALCALI's visual style shifted, along with the layout and lyrical style of their songs. Their fifth single, "Marching March" (マーチングマーチ, "Marching March"?), was the first to showcase this new style. This change in style is attributed to HALCALI's coming-of-age, however it also represents the changing of fads that occurred in Japanese teens at the time and was necessary to retain their fanbase.[citation needed]
Their sixth single, "Baby Blue!", was an instant cult hit. The album art and video featured the character HANPANDA, a trend by Japanese artist Nagi Noda, which has since become popular.
Halca (or HARUKA) at age 19, judging from her PR and personal blog entries, portrays herself to be the more mature of the pair. She shows focus for performances, commentating seriously on those commenting on her in TV appearances. She has recently became more focused on fashion, and has appeared in Barfout, a fashion magazine, along with Yucali.
At age 21, Yucali's (or YUKARI) previous image was child-like, which gave the group's image a more school-aged look. She wore a tilted baseball cap or some other sort of head apparel as was the fad at the time. Her current image is now more adult-like. HALCALI's Bio:

[@hentaikai7261]

Crazy that they were only 15 and 16 when they sang this!

[@tinybed]

they seriously went ham

[@stunnyhr]

My Japanese teacher would play this for us back in high school. Damn time flies.

[@awesomewav2419]

what a sick japanese teacher

[@z0m613xD]

You got a teacher that has good taste in music, I wish I had a teacher like that lol

[@Choi_yerim]

Lol Same i was Born in japan (Hokkaido) and Hokkaido is cold but our teacher Always listened to this Song in Summer i was in 1st and 2nd Garde Back then

[@user-bo3vn6dd5z]

to mess with you? That's a flex

[@kaizzerroll]

WE MAKING IT OUT THE HOOD W THIS ONE🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@potsuni]

I legit love this song so much it makes me wanna jump around

[@stellars0da]

they put their whole halcalussy in this one

[@enzhymez]

you know it!

[@connectyours]

LMFAO not halcalussy

[@enzhymez]

@@connectyours I told you….. you can’t handle halcalussy.

[@mclovinballz]

SO TRUE

[@JoaoPFS01]

Aight bruh

[@TheDon556]

i wish the band would be active again and make more music :(

[@z0m613xD]

Ikr :(

[@dano485.]

Yeah 😔

[@StebsStuff]

how can something go this hard????

[@jconny65]

they SPITTIN'

[@anzu778]

めっちゃいい…ゆる〜い感じが最高、今もいたらチェルミコ似てるって言われそう

[@sophiagraham765]

Damn this is such a banger

[@FSVR54]

This is their best song imo, maybe Strawberry Chips

[@ecstasyakadarks]

This track was produced by FPM...no wonder it goes so hard

[@noep8043]

FPM is the BEST I'll kill for a new Fantastic Plastic Machine álbum with Full Shibuya-kei House vibes like "Beautiful" or "Luxury"

[@javierz.c.7518]

what the hell i was listening to fpm right before i remembered about this song, i was listening to a song from him in sushi 3003, what a weird coincidence

[@sandhywinartja8662]

goosebumps, by just reading this, FPM is the king

[@vincinho8437]

Otsukare summer awai yumemishi otome ha hitoshirezu, crying In the end of summer, hi ni yaketa sono suhada ha koyoi cool down Hikaru hikaru manatsu no tayou sun sun to furisosogu shigaisen UV care nado okamai nashinashi yattekimashita mashiro na beach Totsuzen shikai ni uruwashi no kimi gyakusan body ni chisana speed Suteki na speech ikinari na reach watashi ha koi ni ochimashita peace Itsu no ma ni yara watashi ha nemunemu anata no tonari de nagareru Eminem Sakki katta bakkari shake ha sukkari milk no you ni sara sara de Watashi no kami mo mochiron sarasara de anata no yubi ga karanjyau yumimite Hatto shite gutto kite anata ni patto no mune odoru Otsukare summer awai yumemishi otome ha hitoshirezu, crying In the end of summer, hi ni yaketa sono suhada ha koyoi cool down Ki no muku mama yokaze ni fukareta tazumu tasogare night Otagari summer otoko to onna chara da kara say good-bye Saa mo owari ne (bye bye) shirodoki kana? (maybe?) Kokoro to karada (uh!) ima ha agenainainainainai (yeah!) Moteru otoko da to wakacchiru kedo kuttaku no nai sono kaou ha mukatsuku Kimi dake da yo sono nareta serifu de just meet hora watashi ni kuchi zuke Yukikau boin ni shisen ga kugitsuke sore nara kokozo to watashi no kuchiguse Kamattte kamatte watashi ni kamatte kamatte kamatte watashi ni kamatte Kamattte kamatte watashi ni kamatte kamatte kamatte watashi dake Otsukare summer awai yumemishi otome ha hitoshirezu, crying In the end of summer, hi ni yaketa sono suhada ha koyoi cool down Ki no muku mama yokaze ni fukareta tazumu tasogare night Otagari summer wakatterun dakedo chotto matte majide tsurai na Tropical! Yoru no beach! Sumetai sunahama watashi ha peach! Shikkari tsunaida futari no te to te ga shittori asebami check this out! Aitsu no iki zukai ga kikoeru watshi no shinzou ga furueru Nani kore? Are yabai kamo? Are yada! Chito hayai kamo? Maji ni naru! Yatara sweet! Zetai zetsumei tasukete please! Futari igai hitokage mo nai! Konariya kakugo su shika nai? Aitsu no hitomi ha kemono mitai! Watashi ha karui onna janai! Shikkari tsunaida te to te wo hodoite hitokoto sa-yo-na-ra! Otsukare summer awai yumemishi otome ha hitoshirezu, crying In the end of summer, hi ni yaketa sono suhada ha koyoi cool down Ki no muku mama yokaze ni fukareta tazumu tasogare night Otagari summer otoko to onna chara da kara say good-bye Modote kotanaitte kizu tsuchanai Doutte kotanaitte naite nanka nai (uh!) Douttte kotanaitte anna otoko Douttte kotanaitte daijyoV Douttte kotanaitte kizu tsuchanai Douttte kotanaitte naite nanka nai (uh!) Douttte kotanaitte anna otoko Douyu koto maitta aitsu ga suki na no

[@quin_o9527]

She really said JESUS PIECE!!! Whatta banger 🔥🔥🔥

[@mka1636]

1番好きな曲💕 中学生の頃に恵比寿のライブいったの楽しかった思い出💕 高校入ったらユカリちゃんいてとてもテンションあがりました！

[@cullen6194]

This is my ultimate summer song! It reminds me of still crap but better times.

[@unassumingaccount395]

2000s in a nutshell

[@chizurumccall]

fac

[@violetkristen-rose7818]

i see your comments on so much good music

[@jas44u]

I played this all summer good times

[@Lafenlafen1]

Thanks to kero kero Bonito for showing me this sick band

[@doggotbitm]

this song is fantastic

[@StuCupid]

plastic machine

[@user-ve8fq1uz7v]

なつい,,, 戻りたーい❗

[@user-qv2di6wp6l]

Greatest summer song 🥰🥰🥰🤤🤤

[@andromedamnn]

what a banger

[@euryptrey]

Holy shit this goes so hard, now I feel like going to the beach

[@Prue2pure]

Luv this song

[@luisrojas7176]

Ufff that ending dropped so hard!

[@steinsupremacy6613]

I LOVE THIS ALBUM SMM😭

[@kaita2292]

This song makes me think of The Sims for some reason

[@dxlta3]

Damn same

[@mazziedstar]

the sims 3 island expansion pack 😭

[@miyutakahada5691]

Just something that makes me happy

[@momomai7761]

goes hard af

[@TheGamingBun]

summer is upon us again

[@user-pp4vl5cd1b]

懐かしい…… 中学生のときずっと聴いてたなぁ

[@quelixo]

best song ever

[@luvworkoutasuka8033]

懐かしい❗

[@tinybed]

they're great rappers *__* pretty quick in this one

[@FSVR54]

I wish they stayed with the hip hop style of the first album and Strawberry Chips EP

[@aaronpescasio]

sick

[@il0vedarkhumours670]

bro this deserves more attention,than mumble rap

[@kingcrimson4133]

people who think mumble rap is a real problem don't listen to rap anyway

[@user-oc1bx5uw4w]

いい歌

[@Tokeezy]

Yaaaaaaaay

[@rustydoorhandle8199]

I cant understand anything but I love it

[@bokachitoz1923]

GODhalcali u...u

[@hanu7032]

0:09 this part sounds so familiar to me but i cant seem to remember it

[@user-oq8uo2po3t]

おつかれさまー淡い夢見し乙女は人知れず

[@PubeHairForestFire]

in my top 20 maybe 10 personal fav songs FOREVER :)

[@yassinetalibi3129]

Tell us your other fav

[@euryptrey]

Yall boutta see me become the next picsmics because of how much I love this song

[@user-fv5ke4vs5t]

愛してるわ

[@chelsry9751]

I love this

[@ughzean]

Loved this for a long time!!!!

[@alvzugo4166]

fazer tudo agora pic correria... Halcali

[@kiyansaremi-lotfalian2080]

THIS IS SO GOOD

[@manfres9721]

this reminds me too much of Yotsuba To manga!

[@styreon914]

Is there a name for that piano style at 2:24? That part is so magnificent 😭

[@nickinicnki]

Old Brazilian Bossa nova style ish

[@styreon914]

@@nickinicnki appreciate it 🙏

[@edweird0]

💖

[@zireee]

I love this song

[@teewowa]

banger

[@usefulasueueinqueueilived1216]

:} ありがとう

[@daegucityboy]

Love this song

[@madc1568]

Who found this in 2023

[@cloudysaturnn]

Does anyone know what the sample in the instrumental is with the piano and stuff

[@datboiJan]

goddamn bruh this song is a banger

[@i3lului311]

Real

[@yukiko_akiyama]

2516 progression lets gooo

[@demanloptop]

cute song

[@CecilyRenns]

that fucking Eminem line tho, lol

[@nuggie999]

it hits hard

[@user-oq8uo2po3t]

ナツダネ

[@Dadavorethefirst]

W

[@payc2752]

Me recuerda un poco al ritmo mambo ^_^

[@wjggle]

anyone kno any other japanese rappers (m or f) that can flow like this lol

[@teewowa]

m-flo

[@geeboomin]

chelmico

[@jpjenn7407]

I think rip slyme have a similar vibe

[@momichisCeo666]

este temazo relaja mi esfinter mientras cago =^_^=

[@Amanelove25]

Años buscando este tema por Dios !!!!

[@Amanelove25]

Pasan los años y lo sigo encontrando maravilloso

[@juansebastianfloriangaspar8431]

@@Amanelove25 Hasta ahora encontre este tema y es fabuloso, normalmente estaba buscando este tipo de bandas o duo como M-flo, Beat Crusaders, Sol'd out y Bonnie Pink, conoces otros artistas con este ritmo como de la cancion?

[@pichardoluisenrique1954]

@@juansebastianfloriangaspar8431 east end x yuri

[@pichardoluisenrique1954]

@@juansebastianfloriangaspar8431 Celmico

[@juansebastianfloriangaspar8431]

@@pichardoluisenrique1954 que es celmico? Un tema? Has escuchado Stay Beautiful de Bleach

[@Ale-kc9pq]

tiktok already took it 💀

[@randomtunisiangeek]

isn't tiktok a music app?

[@jas44u]

at least people finding this gem

[@sunsetsarebeautiful]

I hate TikTok

[@sickboi4398]

where can i find the lyrics in English :(

[@403ssunshine5]

Thank you summer, dreaming fleeting dreams, a young girl secretly is crying In the end of summer, tonight her tanned skin from the sun will cool down The sparkling midsummer sun, the UV rays downpouring with the sun sun I don't fuss over UV care and such, at last we've come to the pure white beach Suddenly, beautiful you comes into my sight; small speed in my inverted body A wonderful speech, a sudden reach, I've fallen in love, peace Before I know it, I'm asleep; an Eminem song is playing next to you The shake that I bought earlier Is rustling around like it's completely milk My hair is rustling of course too, and your fingers are entwined in it, dreaming I'm surprised, and my heart suddenly dances firmly for you Thank you summer, dreaming fleeting dreams, a young girl secretly is crying In the end of summer, tonight her tanned skin from the sun will cool down I stand still, being blown on by the night wind at will, in the night Men and women are both equal when it comes to summer, so say good-bye Well, it's already over with (bye bye), is it about time? (maybe?) I'm not going to give you (uh!) my mind and body right now (yeah!) I know that you're a popular guy, but I'm offended by your carefree smile Just you, just meet me with that speech that you know so well; hey, then kiss me When you're rooted to the spot with a glance at the comings and goings of my chest, "Right here" is my favorite phrase Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, only to me Thank you summer, dreaming fleeting dreams, a young girl secretly is crying In the end of summer, tonight her tanned skin from the sun will cool down I stand still, being blown on by the night wind at will, in the night I know it's summer for both of us But wait a second, it's really heartbreaking isn't it? Tropical! The beach at night! On the cold sandy beach, I'm a peach! Our two hands are held together tightly I'm really sweaty, check this out! I can hear his breathing, my heart flutters What's this? Isn't that dangerous? Hey, stop! Isn't this a bit fast? This is really happening! If we do it, sweet! Save me from a desperate situation, please! There's no one around but us! Since that's the case, are you ready? His eyes, he's like a beast! I'm not some easy woman! Unfastening our hands held together tightly, I say one thing G-o-o-d-b-y-e! Thank you summer, dreaming fleeting dreams, a young girl secretly is crying In the end of summer, tonight her tanned skin from the sun will cool down I stand still, being blown on by the night wind at will, in the night Men and women are both equal when it comes to summer, so say good-bye It's not a big deal, I'm not hurt It's not that big of a deal, I'm not going to cry (uh!) It's not that big of a deal, that kind of guy It's not that big of a deal, it's okay It's not a big deal, I'm not hurt It's not that big of a deal, I'm not going to cry (uh!) It's not that big of a deal, that kind of guy It's not that big of a deal, it's okay However you say it, I-L-o-v-e-H-i-m

[@mimi382o9]

Lyrics: Otsukaresummer The young girl who had a faint dream Is secretly crying In the end of summer Her sun-kissed skin Tonight, will cool down The shining, shining midsummer sun The UV rays downpouring with the sun sun No worries about UV care Here it comes The pure white beach Suddenly, you appear before my eyes, so lovely With a reverse triangle body, a little speed A wonderful speech, reaching out suddenly I fell in love, at peace Before I knew it, I became drowsy Eminem flowing next to you Just bought it a little while ago The shake is completely Smooth like milk Of course, my hair is smooth too In a dream where your fingers Get tangled up I gasp, my heart flutters Excited by you, my heart jumps with a pat～ Otsukaresummer The young girl who had a faint dream Is secretly crying In the end of summer Her sun-kissed skin Tonight, will cool down As the mood takes us Standing still, blown by the night breeze Twilight night Both of us in summer We're just casual, a boy and a girl So say good-bye Well, it's over now (bye bye) Is it time to part ways? (maybe?) Heart and body (uh!) now I won't give them away, away, away, away (Yeah!) I know that you're a popular guy, But your carefree smile annoys me It's only you With those familiar lines Just meet me and give me a kiss My gaze is fixed On the passing curves Then it's time for my catchphrase Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, pay attention to me Pay attention, pay attention, only to me Otsukaresummer The young girl who had a faint dream Is secretly crying In the end of summer Her sun-kissed skin Tonight, will cool down As the mood takes us Standing still, blown by the night breeze Twilight night Both of us in summer I understand, but Wait a moment Seriously, it's tough Tropical! Night beach! On the cold sandy shore, I'm a peach! Our hands, firmly connected, Moist with a hint of sweat Check this out! I can hear his breathing, My heart trembles What's this? Is that dangerous? Oh no! It might be a bit too fast? I'll get serious and do it! Overly sweet! In a desperate situation, help me please! There's no one else around but the two of us! In this situation, I have no choice but to be prepared, right? His eyes are like those of a beast! I'm not a frivolous woman! Our hands, firmly connected, Let go and say one word Good-bye! Otsukaresummer The young girl who had a faint dream Is secretly crying In the end of summer Her sun-kissed skin Tonight, will cool down As the mood takes us Standing still, blown by the night breeze Twilight night Both of us in summer We're just casual, a boy and a girl So say goodbye It's no big deal I'm not hurt It's no big deal I'm not going to cry(uh!) It's no big deal That guy It's no big deal It's okay It's no big deal I'm not hurt It's no big deal I'm not going to cry (uh!) It's no big deal That guy What the hell is going on? I-l-i-k-e-h-i-m

[@connectyours]

rent was due

[@enzhymez]

true that. and otsukare? (good job)? you can say that again. the sun has set on the summer season as september kicks ass once again.

[@teewowa]

LITERALLY

[@maebu]

AI GENERATED

[@Dadavorethefirst]

Real