Samurai Champloo

[Chromer]

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If you read the lyrics, thier very intelligent such as this piece:


"The elements compose a magnum opus,
My modus is operandi is amalgam."

Even though I have no idea what the hell that means (lol), I still think to rap that well is very good IMO.

[Squeek]

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Modus operandi*

magnum opus
n.

1. A great work, especially a literary or artistic masterpiece.
2. The greatest single work of an artist, writer, or composer.

mo·dus op·er·an·di (mō'dəs ŏp'ə-răn'dē, -dī') pronunciation
n., pl. mo·di operandi (mō'dē, -dī). (Abbr. MO)

1. A method of operating or functioning.
2. A person's manner of working.

a·mal·gam (ə-măl'gəm) pronunciation
n.

1. Any of various alloys of mercury with other metals, especially:
1. An alloy of mercury and silver used in dental fillings.
2. An alloy of mercury and tin used in silvering mirrors.
2. A combination of diverse elements; a mixture: an amalgam of strength, reputation, and commitment to ethical principles. See synonyms at mixture.

Translation:

The elements compose an incredible work. My way of life is of pure strength / the sword.

I believe one of the subbers have a mention of what this all means in their intro "translation". No idea which one.

~Squeek

[User6773]

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I still cant stand the openning theme song...but the series has been really good so far.

It's a great opening theme, IMHO.

"My modus operandi is amalgam" = My way of doing things is a bunch of other ways mixed together.

[jewpinthethird]

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I'm not saying that the lyrics are bad, it just does not flow at all.

Whatever, episode 7 (or was it 8?) was absolutely hilarious.

[Omeganitros]

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Wha? The opening theme song kicks ass.

Sorry, but dont even consider it music. That has to be the worst rapping I have ever heard..no rhythm, no flow. And what is up with the random mashing on the piano torwards the end?

I call it "Hyperjazzitis," like when someone does a jazz tune so ridiculously complex and stylized that it sounds like random crap.

[jewpinthethird]

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I call it two sperate songs in the same key with different bpm's playing at the same time.

EDIT: I just listened through the entire thing. I still think it is terrible, but not as terrible as before.

[ckj846]

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I liked the second episode....
I'm watching it on Adult Swim because I am too lazy to go out and look for it...
So far, pretty good....
I got creeped out though by that old assasin guy....
O_o

[jewpinthethird]

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Seriously, this series is really freaking good. THANK GOD I GAVE IT ANOTHER CHANCE....it's hilarious, yet the comedy doesnt detract from the seriousness...it's awesome. I love it.

[ckj846]

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I'm so excited!!!
Samurai Champloo on Saturday at 11:30 PM!!
Wahoo.....
I'm sorta sad that they didn't take out Futurama though....
That ruins the whole anime Saturday thing...
O_o

[jewpinthethird]

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Futurama is rad show. And you shouldnt watch Dubbed Anime. It's bad for you.

[ckj846]

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I'm poor and I do not want to import any anime...
So therefore, I will watch the crappy dubbed anime...
O_o

[jewpinthethird]

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Well, I just finished watching the last three episodes, and I have to say, I was quite disappointed.

Syke. The ending was awesome. Mindblowing even. This actually went from being a series that I hated, to one of my favorite animes of all time. The entire series was entertaining, fun, and even hilarious at points with awesome action sequences. The music is also pretty good, save for the openning song (which I have to admit, becomes more bareable the more you listen to it). Really, I am trying to think of something that I didnt like in the series, but nothing comes to mind.

Overall, it was an awesome awesome series that should not be missed.

[Omeganitros]

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What kind of sword does Mugen use? I would dismiss it as a katana, but the hilt throws me off.

[jewpinthethird]

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I`d guess some kind of Chinese made sword...or Okinawa-in made sword. Though I have no idea.

[DRangedTeddyBear]

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I LOVE Samurai Champloo(Jin is the r0xx0r!)! Lately I've been watching it on adult swim and I'm addicted! The song is okay, I only really like the chorus though, the songs I really like have to smoothly flow without any random tidbits(aka the piano).

Hey, Jewpinthething, I love you TMBG siggy! Rock on!