Reader’s Question:
I remember a theme song from an anime that aired about 35 years ago, but the Japanese lyrics are all jumbled in my mind. Since I was a child back then, I probably misheard them and remembered them incorrectly. I’m really curious about what the actual lyrics were. The
anime is at least 35 to 40 years old, and I believe it was an opening theme. I used to watch it occasionally at my cousin’s house, but I can’t recall the specific show or the day of the week it aired. My cousin was a fan of Gundam, and I also remember watching “Kimagure Orange Road” and “Cat’s Eye,” although those might be from a different era. I’m not sure if it’s the same anime, but I recall a scene with a queen-like character who had hair similar to Creamy Mami and droopy eyes. She was communicating with a man, and they exchanged the phrase “That’s too bad.” The lyrics I remember are: “Carney Carney Blinking cinema, go to space” That’s the chorus part. I think it was sung by a husky male voice, and there was a call-and-response in the interlude where someone said “Chessani.”
Remembering the Nostalgia of Anime Themes
Ah, the magical world of anime! It’s amazing how certain songs can transport us back to our childhood in an instant. I was reminiscing about those carefree days when I stumbled upon a question from a reader who recalls a jumbled theme song from an old anime, and it got me thinking about my own experiences with those catchy tunes. I mean, who hasn’t had that moment where a melody pops into your head, but the lyrics are just a mess of sounds? It’s like trying to piece together a puzzle with half the pieces missing. The reader mentioned they remembered something about “Carney Carney” and space—what a quirky combination! It made me chuckle because it reminds me of how kids often misinterpret lyrics. I once thought a popular song was about a “dancing queen” when it was really about a “dancing scene.” Talk about a musical identity crisis! The reader’s recollection led to an interesting suggestion from a user named “たぶんこれじゃないかなぁ？,” pointing to the opening of “星銃士ビスマルク” (Seijushi Bismarck) and its theme song “不思議Call me.” It’s fascinating how a simple phrase can spark so much nostalgia. I can almost envision the colorful characters darting across the screen, and if I’m being honest, I can picture myself munching on snacks while glued to the TV, waiting for the next episode. Speaking of snacks, I have a funny story. I used to visit my cousin’s house to watch anime, and I’d always arrive way too early. I’d end up raiding their pantry, which was filled with all sorts of goodies. One time, I got so carried away with the chips that I knocked over a stack of board games, and they all came crashing down. My cousin’s mom walked in just as I was trying to shove a handful of chips into my mouth to cover up my guilt. She laughed and said, “You can’t hide from me, little raccoon!” That nickname stuck, and now every time I indulge in snacks, I hear her voice in my head. But back to the topic at hand! The mention of a queen-like character communicating with a man and the line “That’s too bad” adds an intriguing layer to the mystery. It makes me wonder about the relationships in the show and how they captivated young viewers back then. There was something special about those anime that made us feel like we were part of an adventure, even if we were just sitting on the couch in our PJs. If you’re reading this and have your own memories of anime theme songs or those funny moments when you misheard lyrics, I’d love to hear them! What shows did you watch? Did you have a favorite character? Let’s reminisce about those good old days together in the comments!
