Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the electrifying world of ONE OK ROCK with "The Beginning," a captivating song that will not only energize you but also offer a fantastic gateway into the Japanese rock sound. Its blend of powerful Japanese and English lyrics, rich emotional depth, and connection to the hit "Rurouni Kenshin" film make it a perfect choice for understanding the band's artistry and the nuances of Japanese and English musical expression. Get ready to experience a song that's both a global rock anthem and a heartfelt narrative of resilience!
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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reason /ˈriː.zən/ B1 |
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heart /hɑːrt/ A1 |
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world /wɜːrld/ A1 |
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risk /rɪsk/ B2 |
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whisper /ˈwɪs.pɚ/ B1 |
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stand /stænd/ A2 |
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begin /bɪˈɡɪn/ A1 |
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pain /peɪn/ A2 |
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crazy /ˈkreɪ.zi/ B1 |
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silent /ˈsaɪ.lənt/ B2 |
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chance /tʃæns/ B1 |
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escape /ɪˈskeɪp/ B2 |
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blinded /ˈblaɪn.dɪd/ B2 |
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hold /hoʊld/ A2 |
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fight /faɪt/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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To keep my heart beating
➔ Infinitive of purpose (to + verb)
➔ "To keep" indicates the purpose or goal of the action.
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All we can do is hold on
➔ Modal verb + base verb (can do)
➔ "Can do" expresses ability or possibility.
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I risk everything if it's for you
➔ Conditional sentence with 'if' (if it's for you)
➔ 'If' introduces a conditional clause indicating the condition for risking everything.
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I whisper into the night
➔ Verb + preposition + noun (whisper into)
➔ 'Whisper into' shows the direction or target of the action.
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Never give up
➔ Imperative sentence (give up)
➔ Imperative form used to give a direct command or encouragement.
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Blinded, I can't see the end
➔ Passive or adjective + clause (Blinded, I can't see)
➔ 'Blinded' is used as an adjective describing the subject's state, leading into the main clause.
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And bring me back
➔ Imperative with the verb 'bring' (bring me back)
➔ 'Bring' is used as a direct command or plea, often in imperative form.
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