Lyrics & Translation
Learning Japanese through 'Wake up!' by AAA is an exciting journey into the world of anime and J-pop. The song's repetitive and catchy chorus makes it easy to pick up new vocabulary related to dreams, friendship, and adventure. Its connection to the world-famous 'One Piece' adds a layer of cultural context, allowing learners to engage with a story beloved by millions while improving their language skills.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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shining /ˈʃaɪ.nɪŋ/ B2 |
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running /ˈrʌn.ɪŋ/ A1 |
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forever /fərˈɛv.ər/ B1 |
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dream /driːm/ A2 |
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heart /hɑːrt/ A1 |
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friend /frɛnd/ A1 |
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future /ˈfjuː.tʃər/ A2 |
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courage /ˈkɜːr.ɪdʒ/ B2 |
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treasure /ˈtrɛʒ.ər/ B1 |
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adventure /ədˈvɛn.tʃər/ B1 |
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light /laɪt/ A1 |
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path /pæθ/ A2 |
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hope /hoʊp/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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いくぜ Shining! Running! Forever
➔ The volitional form "いくぜ" expresses an informal intention or determination to do something.
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前へ突き進むのさ
➔ The verb "突き進む" (to push forward) uses the plain present tense here, emphasizing determination.
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変わることのない絆はきっと “夢の果て”照らし出す
➔ The phrase "のない" forms a negative adjectival modifier, meaning "unchanging".
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Wake up! Wake up! Wake up! Wake up heart beat!
➔ Imperative form "Wake up!" is used to give strong commands or encouragement.
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We are the one! Go ahead!
➔ The phrase "We are the one!" uses a simple present tense with a pronoun emphasis.
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希望を武器に不安へのカウンター
➔ The phrase "を武器に" indicates using something as a weapon or tool.
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向かうぜ東西南北まだまだ楽しみ足んない
➔ The phrase "まだまだ" emphasizes that something is not yet enough or ongoing.
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振り返る度湧き上がる勇気 (I feel it)
➔ The phrase "振り返る度" uses "度" (dokoro / do) to indicate frequency or every time.
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LIFE
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AAA
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NEW
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LOVER
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Lil' Infinity
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Charming Kiss
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さよならの前に
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風に薫る夏の記憶
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Wake up!
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SHOW TIME
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Love
AAA

逢いたい理由
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ぼくの憂鬱と不機嫌な彼女
AAA

恋音と雨空
AAA

ダイジナコト
AAA

Miss you
AAA
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