Takuro (musician) facts for kids
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Takuro
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Takuro (wearing sunglasses) in 2014
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| Birth name | Takuro Kubo |
| Born | May 26, 1971 Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupations | Musician, lyricist |
| Instruments | Guitar, piano, keyboards |
| Years active | 1988-present |
| Labels | Toshiba-EMI, Capitol |
Takuro Kubo, known as TAKURO, is a Japanese musician and songwriter. He was born on May 26, 1971, in Hakodate, Hokkaido. Takuro is famous as a guitarist and the leader of the rock band Glay. He writes most of Glay's songs and lyrics. Besides his work with Glay, Takuro has also created music for other artists and released his own solo albums.
Takuro and his older sister grew up with their single mother. His father passed away when Takuro was three years old. He says his mother's singing greatly influenced his early interest in music.
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About Takuro's Life
Early Influences and Writing
When Takuro was a child, he was deeply moved by his mother's singing. He felt the strong emotions in her voice. This experience taught him about the power of music. He realized that singing can encourage and uplift people.
Later, as a teenager, Takuro was inspired by John Lennon. He became very interested in writing song lyrics. Takuro often writes about his own feelings and experiences. He also writes about important events happening in the world.
Takuro shares his thoughts on various topics. He has been asked to write articles for newspapers. For example, in 2007, he wrote about his hometown, Hakodate, for the Asahi newspaper. He also shared his personal experiences growing up in a single-parent family.
Working for a Better World
In 2001, Takuro teamed up with musician Ryuichi Sakamoto. They started an organization called "Artists Power." This group brings together musicians who want to find new ways to create energy. At a concert in Hokkaido in 2001, some of the energy used came from alternative fuels. There was even a display showing how these generators worked.
Books and Radio Shows
In 2003, Takuro released a book called "Kyoukai." This book tells his life story. It covers his childhood in Hakodate and his music career. He also wrote about a woman he cared for deeply, who inspired many of his love songs.
Takuro also hosted radio shows. He had a show called "Takuro Radio Factory." Later, he hosted "Glay Radio Communication DX" on Tokyo FM, which ended in 2005.
Family Life
Takuro married Japanese model Seri Iwahori in May 2004. They met in 2003 while he was filming a small part in the movie Casshern. Takuro and Seri have a son, born in October 2005, and a daughter, born in October 2007. They have homes in Los Angeles, California, and Tokyo.
Takuro's Solo Music
Takuro has released instrumental albums. These albums feature his guitar playing and compositions.
Instrumental Collection
- Album: Instrumental Collection
- Release date: September 19, 1998
- This album includes instrumental versions of popular songs.
FLOW of SOUL vol 1. Takuro meets Vanessa Mae
- Album: FLOW of SOUL vol 1. Takuro meets Vanessa Mae
- Artists: Takuro and Vanessa Mae
- Release date: April 24, 2002
- This album features Takuro's music with the famous violinist Vanessa Mae.
Stealth Project
Takuro has a music project called "Stealth" with Toki from the band C:4.
- They released a single called "Re-lax" on September 25, 2002.
- In May 2009, they performed live for the first time.
- On October 13, 2010, Stealth released the song "-Sickbed-" online.
- They also announced their first album, "Alstroemeria."
Writing Songs for Other Artists
Takuro has written many songs for other musicians. He often composes the music or writes the lyrics. Sometimes he uses a different name, like "L. Soul."
- Miju: "Summer Shakes," "I believe you," "Mitsumeteitai," "Moon~ watashi he," "Couples," "Love Is Always Trouble"
- Miho Nakayama: "Love Clover," "Empty Pocket"
- Hideki Ohtoku: "kokoro ni amega"
- Yuki Koyanagi: "Fairyland" (as "L. Soul")
- Ryoko Shinohara: "Rhythm to Rule" (composed music as "L. Soul")
- Hikaru Utada: "Drama," "Time Limit" (composed music with Utada Hikaru)
- SONO: "Sweet Season" (composed music as "L.Soul")
- Tak Matsumoto: "Engaged" (music by Takuro and Tak Matsumoto)
- Namie Amuro: "Lovebite"
- Misia: "Fuyu no etorage" (theme song for the movie Umineko)
- Twelve Girls Band: "Ruten"
- Misato Watanabe: "Kiss from a Rose" (music)
- Nana starring Mika Nakashima: "Hitoiro," "Eyes for the Moon" ("Hitoiro" was a theme song for the movie Nana 2)
- Kyosuke Himuro: "Say Something" (lyrics)
- Mitsuhiro Oikawa: "Go ahead!!!" (music)
- Emi Takei: "Koi Suru Kimochi" (her first single)
Special Music Collaborations
Takuro has also played guitar or contributed to songs by other artists.
- Junko: Played guitar on the song "Together."
- Yukinojo Mori: Contributed to the song "Ango" with HISASHI and TERU.
- N.M.L.(NO MORE LANDMINE): Played guitar on the song "ZERO LANDMINE."
- Kyosuke Himuro: Collaborated on the song "Say Something" with Glay.
Books by Takuro
Takuro has written several books, including his autobiography and photo books.
- Along the Line: A photo book created in Africa.
- Kyoukai (2003): His autobiography, telling his life story.
- "Super Stars" (November 2006): A photo book by Leslie Kee featuring 300 famous Asian people, including Takuro.
- Hokkaido e (July 2008): A collection of articles, including some Takuro wrote about Hokkaido for the Asahi Newspaper.
See also
In Spanish: Takuro para niños
