Let’s Be Spirited Today (Forever Sensei)
今天也气势高昂吧！ | 今日も元気で
Kyō Mo Genki De
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作詞: 渡辺照子
作曲: 渡辺照子 あかるい朝の 陽をあびて 今日も元気に スクラムくんで 闘うわれらの 心意気 うれしい時も かなしい時も かわす言葉は 先生 先生 われらの先生 真昼の太陽 身に受けて 汗にまみれて ペダルもかるく 幸せ求める 幾山河 うれしい時も かなしい時も かわす目と目が 先生 先生 われらの先生 きらめく星を あおぎみて 心に誓う 世紀のいくさ あすへの希望を かぎりなく うれしい時も かなしい時も かわす笑顔に 先生 先生 われらの先生 先生 先生 われらの先生 |
Lyrics : Teruko Watanabe
Music : Teruko Watanabe Akarui asa no Hi o abite Kyō mo genki ni Sukuramukun de Tatakau warera no Kokoroiki Ureshī toki mo Kanashī toki mo Kawasu kotoba wa Sensei Sensei Warera no Sensei Mahiru no taiyō Mi ni ukete Ase ni mamirete Pedaru mo karuku Shiawase motomeru Ikusanga Ureshī toki mo Kanashī toki mo Kawasu me to me ga Sensei Sensei Warera no Sensei Kirameku hoshi o Aogi mite Kokoro ni chikau Seiki no ikusa Asu e no kibō o Kagirinaku Ureshī toki mo Kanashī toki mo Kawasu egao ni Sensei Sensei Warera no Sensei Sensei Sensei Warera no Sensei |
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English Translation
Lyrics : Teruko Watanabe
Music : Teruko Watanabe Basked in the bright morning sun Today, again, in high spirit Striving side by side With fighting spirit Regardless, during times of happiness Or during times of sadness Our words to each other Sensei Sensei Our Sensei In the midday sun Though drenched in sweat Our pedals remain light Travelling through miles to seek for happiness Regardless, during times of happiness Or during times of sadness Our gaze to each other Sensei Sensei Our Sensei Looking up at the twinkling stars Our hearts vowed to wage a battle for the new century Filled with boundless hopes for tomorrow Regardless, during times of happiness Or during times of sadness Our smiles to each other Sensei Sensei Our Sensei |
Background
Ikeda Sensei looked upon the Women Division leader as she spoke in the meeting which launched the song, “Let’s be Spirited Today”, translated as “Forever Sensei” in United States, is a familiar song that is well-loved by the women division members in Japan and popular among SGI members throughout the world. The Japanese lyrics expressed spirited women division members, whose hearts burned with the passion and joy, working for kosen-rufu every single day. The song also has a bright melody and light-hearted rhythm.
In August 1968, the song was first performed by the Shirayuri (White Lily) Chorus at the Women Division Leaders Meeting commemorating the new departure of the Women Division held in the former Nihon University Auditorium. Early 1968, a long poem written by Ikeda Sensei to the women division titled “Be someone who protect the dignity of life” greatly encouraged the women division members. In order to create a song of a new era where women division can easily sing to encourage themselves, the representatives of the women division and the White Lily Chorus, including song-writer Teruko Watanabe, chanted seriously to produce the lyrics of the song. In the 1st verse, the dazzling morning sun that envelopes the entire body expresses the spirit of starting the day energetically. The 2nd verse portrays the image of pedaling rhythmically on the bicycle, going for activities. In the 3rd verse, after the activities ended, looking up at the sky and seeing the brilliance of twinkling stars, the heart is filled with hope and charged with determination for tomorrow. The lyrics of the song portrays the daily activities of the women division in the morning, afternoon and evening; taking care of their household and children while brightly and cheerfully striving in Gakkai activities. The frank thoughts of the women division were also expressed directly. With light and passionate melody, the song gives an overwhelming dynamism and expresses the joy of the Women Division, who worked for kosen-rufu, advancing together with their mentor in life. Ikeda Sensei attended the Women Division Leaders Meeting where the song “Let’s be Spirited Today” was launched. While the White Lily Chorus sang the song with bright and dynamic voices, Ikeda Sensei clapped and sang along. After which, Ikeda Sensei said, “This is a wonderful song. Let me take the lead!” Sensei then stood up and led the song. The graceful yet majestic manner that Ikeda Sensei danced, touched the hearts of the participants. Ikeda Sensei personally felt a little embarrassed by the song. But for the women division, having the heart to always strive together with their mentor for kosen-rufu is an expression of them writing their history of “shared struggle of mentor and disciple”. In 1978, at Mie Prefecture, the women division members have chosen and repeatedly practiced this song for the Cultural Choral Festival. However, the performance was cancelled last minute. At this festival, priests from the Chubu area were invited. At that time, members' complete trust and respect for Ikeda Sensei invited criticism and attacks from the priests. Therefore, considering such circumstances, it was decided that the singing of this song be cancelled. However, the women division were not happy with the decision. “Why can’t we? Why aren’t we permitted to sing a song that expresses our thoughts of seeking our mentor?” They strongly felt that Ikeda Sensei’s guidance of faith has enabled them to overcome sufferings and become happy. Therefore, they are honored to be able to walk the path of mentor and disciple. It is not just a matter of singing or not singing a song. It is their pride, their way of life that is being denied. “Why do I have to hide the respect I have for my mentor? That is ridiculous!” The persistence of the women division bore fruits. Decision was made for the song to be sung at the Mie Prefecture Culture Chorus Festival. Ikeda Sensei said in a powerful voice, “I am looking forward to the chorus by the women division.” A smile widened on Mie Prefecture Women Division Chief’s face. Her eyes were filled with tears. She telephoned the rehearsal venue to inform the performers at once. The announcement was greeted with cheers and great applause. The women division members wiped their tears with handkerchiefs. The foundation of the organization lies in such sublime mentor and disciple spirit as demonstrated by the women division. Regardless of how much criticism, regardless of how the time changes, such “Soka Spirit” must never change. The great flow of kosen-rufu is born from this great pulsation of mentor and disciple. This song expresses directly these hearts of the women division who strive for kosen-rufu. The rhythmical and dynamic song eventually crosses the sea and was sang among the SGI comrades around the entire world, including United States version of “Forever Sensei”, as well as in France, Brazil, Panama and South Korea. Many comrades expressed that singing this song filled them with courage to surmount any obstacles. The passion for kosen-rufu and the heart of seeking out for the mentor is contained in the cheerful singing of "Let’s be Spirited Today" and echoes round the world today. |
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中文翻译 (歌唱版)作詞: 渡辺照子
作曲: 渡辺照子 沐浴著清晨 光辉的阳光 今天也是精神饱满 大家携手向前进步 建设人生我们的 意志要轩昂 高兴的时候也是 哀伤的时候也是 互相的交谈里 先生 先生 我们的先生 正午的阳光 照射在身上 汗水虽淋漓 步伐还是很轻松 幸福人生 要去追求 意志要轩昂 高兴的时候也是 哀伤的时候也是 互相的眼光里 先生 先生 我们的先生 抬头望夜空 满天星闪烁 我心 誓愿 为新世纪奋斗 明日 人生 充满希望 无限的希望 高兴的时候也是 哀伤的时候也是 高兴的微笑里 先生 先生 我们的先生 先生 先生 我们的先生 |
背景
 气势高昂的妇人部员们在1978年的三重县文化歌唱节高唱着《今天也气势高昂吧》 《今天也气势高昂吧》，一首让全日本妇人部与全世界的国际创价学会会员所爱戴的学会歌，在美国也翻译成《我们的先生》。从日文的歌词中能感受到精神奕奕的妇人部员以喜悦、热忱进行每日的广宣流布。歌曲的旋律明朗，节奏轻快。
这首歌曲在1968年（昭和43年）8月，旧日大礼堂举行代表妇人部新出发的纪念干部会上，由白百合合唱团发表。 1968年初，池田先生赠予全国妇人部员一首长篇诗《成为守护生命尊严的人》，鼓舞了妇人部员，在日本全国各地掀起了一股幸福的浪潮。 为了创作一首新時代的歌曲，让妇人部员无论何时何地都能朗朗上口，信心倍增，于是白百合合唱团第二任团长坚木友子，和几位团员一再推敲歌詞。以及作曲者渡边照子（后为该合唱团第四任团长）反复思索曲調，透過全体团员的认真祈求，《今天也气势高昂吧》于焉诞生。第一段描述了耀眼早晨的阳光包围着全身，比喻充满能量与气势向着每天的启航。第二段描述了富于节奏，踩踏着自行车出席活动。第三段描述了当活动结束后，瞭望着天空而迎来闪烁的星光，心中注入了对明日的期望与决意。 歌词描述了妇人部员每日的作息，忙于家务育儿，同时像太阳般明亮开朗地在学会活动，也显出妇人部直率的思维。以轻快、热情的旋律，整首歌曲充满着动感，表露了妇人部在广宣流布的努力，与师共进的大喜悦。 池田先生也出席了首发《今天也气势高昂吧》的妇人部干部会 。当白百合合唱团以嘹亮的歌声唱出这首歌时，池田先生也一同打拍子唱着。过后，池田先生立刻站起来，说道，“好歌！让我来指挥！”池田先生悠然、雄伟的舞姿深深触动了在场每一位的内心。 池田先生为此歌感到有点害羞。可是对与师共进、同心的妇人部来说，这只是她们对广布师匠一同谱写“师弟的共战谱”的表现。 妇人部不断的为1978年的三重县文化歌唱节练习这首歌。可是在最后一刻时，这场演出被终止了。 中部的僧侣受邀出席在这场文化节。当时，会员们对池田先生的绝对信任与尊敬迎来僧侣的针对与批判。就在这种情况下，决定了终止演唱这首歌。 虽然如此，妇人部员们不满意也不接受如此决定。“为什么不行？为什么不允许唱一首追随师匠的歌？” 她们确信是因为池田先生的信心指导才能超越苦难，掌握幸福。因此，她们都能在师弟之道上昂首跨步而引以为豪。 这不只是能不能唱一首歌的问题。这是对她们的尊严与生活理念的否定。“为什么需要隐藏对恩师的敬仰？太荒谬了！” 妇人部的坚持终于获得了成果，决定这首歌将在三重县文化歌唱节演唱。池田先生赋予生命力地说：“期待妇人部的合唱。” 三重县妇人部长，平畑康江的脸上瞬间露了微笑，感动流泪。她马上给彩排会场打电话，通知所有的表演者。消息迎来了欢呼与掌声。妇人部员以手帕擦掉感动的泪水。 学会的基础就是妇人部展现的崇高师弟精神。无论遭受多少批判，经历多少时代变迁，此“创价精神”绝对不变，屹立不倒。广宣流布的大潮流出于师弟的大脉动。 这首歌直接表露了妇人部为广布奔跑的心。这首充满动感旋律的歌跨越海洋，在全世界的国际创价学会会员们之间高唱，包括了美国版本的《我们的先生》，也传到了法国、巴西、巴拿马与南韩。 好多同志都表示唱这首歌后都能获得超越任何苦难的勇气。对广宣流布的热忱，向师匠的求道心都包含在《今天也气势高昂吧》喜悦的歌唱中，在世界各角落回响。 |