革命道中 – Bilingual Lyrics Japanese/English

• By: アイナ・ジ・エンド

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the world of Japanese language and culture through Aina The End's "革命道中" (Kakumei Dochu)! This powerful and emotionally rich song, serving as the opening theme for the popular anime 'Dandadan,' offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in contemporary Japanese lyrics and modern expressions. You can learn about themes of 'revolution' in daily life, the nuances of 'sentimental love,' and how determination can lead to significant personal journeys. Its dynamic sound and profound message make it a special piece to enjoy while expanding your Japanese vocabulary and understanding of current J-Pop.

[English]

I'll roar!

I want to protect you, even if I get covered in blood and dirt

It's a revolutionary journey, because I'm so crazy about you

Found in a world steeped in darkness

A sentimental love

A sweet, alluring gaze

It bothers me because it's strangely captivating

Wanting to find the courage to hold your hand

I can't do it if I play it safe

The walls of a dark tunnel

Secrets dripping down

A quietly pounding heart

No, no...

Wait, wait...

I want to embrace curses and illnesses too

Is it okay if I just let loose here?

Ah, I'll roar!

I want to protect you, even if I get covered in blood and dirt

It's a revolutionary journey, because I'm so crazy about you

Found in a world steeped in darkness

A sentimental love

I want to be by your side, throwing caution to the wind

I can't help but expect things from clumsy you

To a flame that seems about to fade, if I cling to it...

Can I get closer, showing my passionate side?

Surrendering myself, held in your arms

It's okay if I lose everything

A quietly pounding heart

No, no...

Wait, wait...

If I'm with you, even curses and illnesses...

Is it okay if I just let loose here?

Ah, it makes me cry!

I won't let go until I'm left speechless

It's a revolutionary journey, because I'm so crazy about you

Found in the midst of a drifting journey

A sentimental love

If we're going to push forward, let's do it together

It's a revolutionary journey, because I'm so engrossed in my dreams

No, no...

Wait, wait...

I want to embrace curses and illnesses too

It's okay if I just let loose here, isn't it?

Even if I'm scared, I'll roar!

I want to protect you, even if I get covered in blood and dirt

It's a revolutionary journey, because I'm so crazy about you

Found in a world steeped in darkness

A sentimental love

[Japanese]

唸るぜ

血泥ついたって守りたい

革命道中　だって　君に夢中

暗闇染み込む世界で見つけた

センチメンタルな恋

甘くぬかるんだ眼差し

変に色気あるから困った

手を繋ぐ勇気出したくて

身の程わきまえてちゃ出来ないね

暗いトンネルの壁

したたり落ちる秘密

しめやかに高鳴る心

ダメダメ…

待て待て…

呪いも病も抱きしめたい

ここらで暴れちゃってもいいかな

あぁ唸るぜ

血泥ついたって守りたい

革命道中　だって　君に夢中

暗闇染み込む世界で見つけた

センチメンタルな恋

なりふり構わず側にいたい

不器用な君にも期待しちゃうよ

しがみつけば　消えそうな火に

恋の爪立てて近づいてもいい？

身を任せ　抱かれて

全て失ってもいい

しめやかに高鳴る心

ダメダメ…

待て待て…

呪いも病も君となら

ここらで暴れちゃってもいいかな

あぁ泣けるぜ

絶句しちゃうまで離れない

革命道中　だって　君に夢中

揺蕩う旅の狭間で見つけた

センチメンタルな恋

突き進むなら 二人で

革命道中　だって夢に熱中

ダメダメ…

待て待て…

呪いも病も抱きしめたい

ここらで暴れちゃってもいいよね

怖くたって唸るぜ

血泥ついたって守りたい

革命道中　だって　君に夢中

暗闇染み込む世界で見つけた

センチメンタルな恋

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
革命 Kakumei C1	noun - revolution; radical change
道中 Dōchū B2	noun - during the journey; on the way
夢中 Muchū B2	noun - being engrossed; absorbed; crazy about
暗闇 Kurayami B1	noun - darkness; the dark
染み込む Shimikomu B2	verb - to soak into; to penetrate; to sink into (also figuratively)
世界 Sekai A2	noun - world
見つける Mitsukeru A1	verb - to find; to discover
センチメンタル Senchimentaru B1	adjective - sentimental
恋 Koi A2	noun - love (romantic love, often implies yearning or passion)
勇気 Yūki B1	noun - courage; bravery
秘密 Himitsu B1	noun - secret
高鳴る Takanaru B2	verb - to beat fast (heart); to throb; to swell (with emotion)
心 Kokoro A2	noun - heart; mind; spirit
呪い Noroi C1	noun - curse; spell
病 Yamai B1	noun - illness; disease; sickness
抱きしめる Dakishimeru B1	verb - to hug; to embrace; to hold tightly
暴れる Abareru B2	verb - to act violently; to rage; to struggle wildly
離れる Hanareru A2	verb - to be separated from; to leave; to part from
失う Ushinau B1	verb - to lose; to part with
守る Mamoru A2	verb - to protect; to defend; to guard

Key Grammar Structures

• 血泥ついたって守りたい

  ➔ ~tatte (colloquial ~temo)

  ➔ This is a colloquial contraction of "~ても" (even if/though), used with the past tense of verbs or adjectives. It expresses a condition that doesn't prevent the main action or state. Here, "ついたって" means "even if it's covered in blood and mud."

• 革命道中　だって　君に夢中

  ➔ ~datte (explanation/emphasis)

  ➔ This "~だって" is a colloquial particle used to give a reason or explanation, similar to "~だから" or "~なのだ". It can also add emphasis. Here, it implies "It's the revolutionary journey (and that's why) I'm crazy about you."

• 身の程わきまえてちゃ出来ないね

  ➔ ~techa (contraction of ~te wa)

  ➔ This is a colloquial contraction of "~ていては" (if one is doing X, then Y will not be possible/is difficult). It expresses a negative consequence of an ongoing action or state. Here, "わきまえてちゃ" means "if you act appropriately/know your place (then you can't do it)."

• 不器用な君にも期待しちゃうよ

  ➔ ~chau (contraction of ~te shimau)

  ➔ This is a colloquial contraction of "~てしまう". It indicates that an action is completed, often completely or unexpectedly. It can also imply regret, or simply describe an action happening naturally or unintentionally. Here, "期待しちゃう" means "I can't help but expect" or "I find myself expecting."

• しがみつけば　消えそうな火に

  ➔ ~ba (conditional form)

  ➔ This is one of the conditional forms in Japanese, meaning "if" or "when." It's often used when the condition and the result have a logical or natural connection, or to express a general truth. "しがみつけば" means "if/when I cling to it."

• 消えそうな火に

  ➔ ~sou (appearance/likelihood)

  ➔ Attached to the stem of verbs or adjectives, "~そう" expresses that something "looks like" or "seems like" a certain state or action is about to happen, or is likely to happen, based on observation. "消えそうな" means "looks like it's about to disappear" or "seems like it's going to go out."

• あぁ泣けるぜ

  ➔ ~eru/~rareru (potential/emotive)

  ➔ This form (potential verb conjugation) typically means "can do" or "is able to do." However, with certain verbs like 泣く (to cry), it can also express an emotional reaction or feeling, meaning "it makes one want to cry" or "I feel like crying."

• なりふり構わず側にいたい

  ➔ ~wazu (without doing X)

  ➔ A formal or literary negative form, meaning "without doing X" or "regardless of X." It indicates that the action in the main clause proceeds without being affected by the condition described by the preceding verb. "なりふり構わず" means "without caring about appearances/what others think."

• 呪いも病も君となら

  ➔ ~to nara (conditional: if with X)

  ➔ This conditional form specifies "if it's with X" or "in the case of X." It implies that the action or possibility described in the latter part of the sentence is only valid under the specific condition mentioned with "~と". "君となら" means "if it's with you."

• 絶句しちゃうまで離れない

  ➔ ~made (until/up to)

  ➔ The particle "~まで" indicates a limit or an endpoint in time or space, meaning "until" or "up to." When used with a verb, it means "until the action X happens." "絶句しちゃうまで" means "until I'm completely speechless (due to overwhelming emotion)."