Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the vibrant world of Japanese electronic music with "DOUSHIYOU" by Bar Yahman featuring DJ Foy. This energetic EDM track, whose title playfully translates to "What to do?", offers a fantastic opportunity to explore modern Japanese slang and rhythmic expressions within a dynamic musical landscape. Its driving beat and memorable phrases make it an engaging way to learn colloquial Japanese while experiencing a unique collaboration from Fukuoka's music scene.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
---|---|
する /sɯɾɯ/ A1 |
|
交渉 /koːɕoː/ B1 |
|
開催 /kaisai/ B1 |
|
金 /kane/ A1 |
|
出る /deɾɯ/ A1 |
|
神 /kami/ A2 |
|
出演 /ɕytsɯen/ B1 |
|
天才 /tensai/ B1 |
|
奇跡 /kiseki/ B2 |
|
展開 /tenkai/ B2 |
|
限界 /ɡeŋkai/ B1 |
|
正解 /seːkai/ B1 |
|
期待 /kitai/ B1 |
|
未来 /miɾai/ A2 |
|
会場 /kaijoː/ B1 |
|
頂点 /tɕoːten/ B2 |
|
衝撃 /ɕoːɡeki/ B2 |
|
怪物 /kaibutsu/ B1 |
|
くじ /kɯdʑi/ B1 |
|
引く /hiku/ A1 |
|
💡 Which new word in “DOUSHIYOU” caught your eye?
📱 Open the app to check meanings, build sentences, and try them out in real convos!
Key Grammar Structures
-
ふぉいさん どうか出てくださーい
➔ Polite request with emphasis: "Douka ~te kudasai"
➔ The phrase "_~te kudasai_" is formed by attaching "kudasai" to the te-form of a verb, expressing a polite request or instruction. The addition of the adverb "_douka_" intensifies this request, conveying a heartfelt plea or strong desire, often implying urgency or desperation.
-
交渉してから開催?
➔ Sequence of actions: "~te kara"
➔ The particle "_kara_" attached to the te-form of a verb indicates that one action takes place immediately after another. It means "after (doing X), then (Y)". Here, "_交渉してから_" means 'after negotiating'.
-
じゃあスポンサー金4000万でどう?
➔ Proposing/Suggesting: "~de dō?"
➔ The pattern "_~de dō?_" is used to propose an idea, a solution, or a price, asking for the listener's opinion or acceptance. It translates to "How about X?" or "What do you think about X?". Here, it's a suggestion for a sponsorship amount.
-
もっとちょうだい
➔ Informal request/demand: "~te chōdai"
➔ The phrase "_~te chōdai_" is an informal way to make a request, formed by attaching "chōdai" (derived from the verb 頂戴する, 'to receive') to the te-form of a verb. It is more casual and direct than "~te kudasai," and can sometimes sound like a demand, often used among close friends or by superiors to inferiors. Here, "_もっとちょうだい_" means 'give me more'.
-
鬼に誘われ
➔ Passive Voice with Agent: "~ni ~reru/rareru"
➔ The verb "_誘われ_" is the passive form of "誘う" (to invite/tempt). The passive voice is formed by attaching "~reru" (for Godan verbs) or "~rareru" (for Ichidan verbs) to the verb stem. The particle "_に_" indicates the agent (the one who performs the action) in a passive sentence. So, "_鬼に誘われ_" means 'to be invited/tempted by an Oni (demon/ogre)'.
-
靴ぺろされたし向かうぜDOME
➔ Conjunctive particle "~shi" (listing reasons/additional info)
➔ The particle "_~shi_" connects clauses, often indicating a reason, listing multiple reasons, or adding supplementary information. It implies "and, also, what's more, because." In this context, "_靴ぺろされたし_" means 'because my shoes were licked (and that's a reason), I'm heading to the DOME'. It suggests that being 'shoe-licked' is one reason for his determination.
-
メンバー現状0人ですと?!
➔ Reporting with surprise/questioning: "~to?!"
➔ The particle "_to_" (usually followed by a verb like 言う 'to say' or 聞く 'to hear') is used for quoting what someone said or what was heard/read. When followed by "_?!_" (question/exclamation marks), it conveys surprise, disbelief, or a request for confirmation about the quoted information. Here, it expresses shock at the '0 members' statement.
-
くじ引く為に生まれてきた...
➔ Purpose/Reason: "~tame ni"
➔ The phrase "_~tame ni_" indicates the purpose or reason for an action. It can follow a noun (Noun + no tame ni) or a verb in its plain form (Verb + tame ni). It translates to "in order to do X," "for the purpose of X," or "for the sake of X." Here, "_くじ引く為に_" means 'for the purpose of drawing a lottery ticket'.
Related Songs

Day By Day
T-ara

Rasputin
Boney M.

Believers
Alan Walker, Conor Maynard

Never Let Go
Jung Kook

Never Let Go
Tyasta Pangalila

Wake
AOA

Em Chỉ Là
Bích Phương, Muộii, Hoàng Duyên, LyHan, Tăng Duy Tân

Raise Your Glass
YONAKA

Aquamarine
Addison Rae, Arca

Let Her Go
lost., Honeyfox, Pop Mage

ME+YOU
TWICE

MEEEEEE
NAYEON

IN MY ROOM
TWICE

Language of the Lost
Ghost and Pals, R.I.P (feat. Teto Kasane SV)

Magic
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

12:32 (A to T)
PLAVE

Dash
PLAVE

Priorities
Tyla

On and On
Tyla

You
MARINA