HKT48 – UFO boshuuchuu. Lyrics Meaning: A Teen’s Wild Escape to an Alien Romance

Why do the most boring classes spark the wildest daydreams? This song by HKT48 is all about that feeling. It dives into one girl’s fantasy of ditching her textbook for an adventure among the stars.

    The Cosmic Daydream of “UFO boshuuchuu”

    This song isn’t just a tune; it’s a whole story. It unfolds inside the mind of a high school girl who is completely over her mundane life. Let’s break down her epic escape plan.

    Trapped in the Classroom

    The scene starts in the most relatable place ever: a super boring class. You can almost feel the clock ticking backward. The main character is staring out the window, totally zoning out. She’s not thinking about history or math. She’s imagining a better world.

    Iki mo tsumacchau you na taikutsu sugiru jugyouchuu ni
    During a class so boring it’s suffocating
    Mado kara sora wo miagete bakabakashii kuusou shiteta
    I looked up at the sky from the window and had a ridiculous fantasy
    Benkyou no nai sekai de renai dake dekitara ii ne
    Wouldn’t it be nice to be in a world without studying, where you could just be in love?

    She’s just so done with it all. She wishes someone would teach her how to kiss correctly instead of forcing her to study. Honestly, who can’t relate to that a little bit?

    Calling All UFOs!

    This is where her imagination really takes off. She decides she’s had enough of Earth and normal boys. They’re just not exciting enough for her. So, what’s her solution? She puts out a wanted ad for a UFO to come pick her up!

    The chorus is basically her yelling out to the universe, asking for a ride. She wants an alien boyfriend to whisk her away to a new planet. It’s a hilarious and bold plan for a cosmic elopement.

    UFO notte ikou
    Let’s go on a UFO
    Chikyuu wa sorosoro akichatta no yo
    I’m getting tired of Earth
    Motto shigekiteki na (motto shigekiteki na)
    A more exciting (a more exciting)
    Dareka to koi wo shite dokoka e touhikou
    Person to fall in love with and elope somewhere
    UFO notte ikou
    Let’s go on a UFO
    Futsuu no danshi wa tsumaranai janai?
    Aren’t normal boys boring?

    She’s not just fantasizing; she’s actively recruiting an extraterrestrial ride. Her countdown from “3! 2! 1! 0!” feels like she’s ready for blast-off right from her desk.

    The Ultimate Escape Fantasy

    At its heart, “UFO boshuuchuu” is about pure, unfiltered escapism. It captures that universal teenage desire to break free from the rules and routines of everyday life. The classroom is a symbol for any boring situation, and the UFO is the ultimate symbol of freedom and adventure. It’s about wanting a love so extraordinary that it’s literally out of this world.

    Embrace Your Inner Daydreamer

    So, what’s the big takeaway from this cosmic adventure? It’s a fun reminder to let your imagination run wild. Sometimes, the best way to get through a boring day is to dream up something amazing. The song celebrates youthful fantasy and the idea that there’s always something more exciting just beyond the horizon, or in this case, beyond the atmosphere. It tells us that it’s okay to find everyday life a little dull and to wish for something more.

    What do you think? Is this song just a funny story, or is there a deeper meaning to her wanting to date an alien? Let me know your take on it!

    Lyrics: "UFO boshuuchuu" by HKT48


    HKT48 – UFO boshuuchuu [Lyrics KANJI]


    息も詰まっちゃうような退屈すぎる授業中に
    窓から空を見上げて 馬鹿馬鹿しい空想してた
    勉強のない世界で 恋愛だけできたらいいね
    正しいキスの仕方 誰か教えてくれないかな

    (Studying)教科書で顔隠し
    (Studying)先生にバレないように
    (Studying)最高の夢を見させて
    Go ahead!Go ahead!Go ahead!Go ahead! Go!Go!

    UFO乗って行こう
    地球はそろそろ飽きちゃったのよ
    もっと刺激的な(もっと刺激的な)
    誰かと恋をしてどこかへ逃避行
    UFO乗って行こう
    普通の男子はつまらないじゃない?
    例えばエイリアン(例えばエイリアン)
    私の知らない星までワープして
    宇宙の果てに Far Far Far
    こんなとこにいたってしょうがない
    燃料点火 Fire Fire Fire
    Ready? 3!2!1!0!発射!

    急に指されちゃったって 私なんか答えられない
    何も聞いていないし 興味なんかまるでないのよ
    地球上の言葉より テレパシーとか覚えたいの
    好きとか愛してるとか そんな言葉は必要ない

    (Dreaming)テストとかパスしよう
    (Dreaming)成績 関係ないし
    (Dreaming)何処へでも行ける気がする
    Let’s go!Let’s go!Let’s go!Let’s go! Go!Go!

    UFO連れてって
    イケメン男子がいっぱい暮らす星
    そんな楽観的(そんな楽観的)
    時間の過ごし方 楽しいサボり方
    UFO連れてって
    どこ行けば乗せてくれるか教えて?
    本物のエイリアン(本物のエイリアン)
    私にこっそり合図してちょうだい
    銀河の彼方 Fly Fly Fly
    さあ 今すぐ大気圏 抜け出そう
    スタンバイはOK OK
    Ready? 3!2!1!0!出発!

    やっとチャイムが鳴って 古文とやらが終わった時
    空にぽっかり浮かんだアダムスキー型の円盤

    UFO乗って行こう
    地球はそろそろ飽きちゃったのよ
    もっと刺激的な(もっと刺激的な)
    誰かと恋をしてどこかへ逃避行
    UFO乗って行こう
    普通の男子はつまらないじゃない?
    例えばエイリアン(例えばエイリアン)
    私の知らない星までワープして
    宇宙の果てに Far Far Far
    こんなとこにいたってしょうがない
    燃料点火 Fire Fire Fire
    Ready? 3!2!1!0!発射!

    HKT48 – UFO boshuuchuu [Lyrics ROMAJI]


    Iki mo tsumacchaou na taikutsu sugiru jugyouchuu ni
    Mado kara sora o miagete baka-bakashii kuusou shiteta
    Benkyou no nai sekai de ren’ai dake dekitara ii ne
    Tadashii kisu no shikata dareka oshiete kurenai kana

    (Studying) Kyoukasho de kao kakushi
    (Studying) Sensei ni barenai you ni
    (Studying) Saikou no yume o misasete
    Go ahead! Go ahead! Go ahead! Go ahead! Go! Go!

    UFO notte ikou
    Chikyuu wa sorosoro akichatta no yo
    Motto shigekiteki na (motto shigekiteki na)
    Dareka to koi o shite dokoka e touhikou
    UFO notte ikou
    Futsuu no danshi wa tsumaranai ja nai?
    Tatoeba eirian (tatoeba eirian)
    Watashi no shiranai hoshi made waapu shite
    Uchuu no hate ni Far Far Far
    Konna toko ni itatte shou ga nai
    Nenryou tenka Fire Fire Fire
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Hassha!

    Kyuu ni sasarechatte tte watashi nanka kotaerarenai
    Nani mo kiite inai shi kyoumi nanka marude nai no yo
    Chikyuu-jou no kotoba yori terepashii toka oboetai no
    Suki toka aishiteru toka sonna kotoba wa hitsuyou nai

    (Dreaming) Tesuto toka pasu shiyou
    (Dreaming) Seiseki kankei nai shi
    (Dreaming) Doko e demo ikeru ki ga suru
    Let’s go! Let’s go! Let’s go! Let’s go! Go! Go!

    UFO tsuretette
    Ikemen danshi ga ippai kurasu hoshi
    Sonna rakkanteki (sonna rakkanteki)
    Jikan no sugoshikata tanoshii saborikata
    UFO tsuretette
    Doko ikeba nosete kureru ka oshiete?
    Honmono no eirian (honmono no eirian)
    Watashi ni kossori aizu shite choudai
    Ginga no kanata Fly Fly Fly
    Saa ima sugu taikiken nukedasou
    Sutanbai wa OK OK
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Shuppatsu!

    Yatto chaimu ga natte kobun to yara ga owatta toki
    Sora ni pokkari ukanda Adamusukii-gata no enban

    UFO notte ikou
    Chikyuu wa sorosoro akichatta no yo
    Motto shigekiteki na (motto shigekiteki na)
    Dareka to koi o shite dokoka e touhikou
    UFO notte ikou
    Futsuu no danshi wa tsumaranai ja nai?
    Tatoeba eirian (tatoeba eirian)
    Watashi no shiranai hoshi made waapu shite
    Uchuu no hate ni Far Far Far
    Konna toko ni itatte shou ga nai
    Nenryou tenka Fire Fire Fire
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Hassha!

    HKT48 – UFO boshuuchuu [English translation]


    During a super boring class that made me feel breathless,
    I looked up at the sky from the window, daydreaming silly things.
    Wouldn’t it be great if we could just have romance in a world without studying?
    I wonder if someone could teach me the right way to kiss!

    (Studying) Hiding my face with a textbook,
    (Studying) So the teacher won’t notice me,
    (Studying) Let me dream the best dreams!
    Go ahead! Go ahead! Go ahead! Go ahead! Go! Go!

    Let’s ride on a UFO and go!
    I’m getting a bit tired of Earth, you know.
    Something more exciting (something more exciting),
    Let’s fall in love with someone and elope somewhere!
    Let’s ride on a UFO and go!
    Aren’t normal guys just boring?
    Like, maybe an alien (maybe an alien)?
    Warping to a star I don’t know!
    To the edge of the universe, Far Far Far!
    There’s no point staying in a place like this.
    Ignite the fuel, Fire Fire Fire!
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Launch!

    If I suddenly get called on, there’s no way I can answer!
    I wasn’t listening at all, and I’m not interested, you know.
    I want to learn telepathy, more than Earth languages.
    Words like “like” or “love” aren’t necessary!

    (Dreaming) Let’s just skip tests!
    (Dreaming) Grades don’t matter anyway!
    (Dreaming) I feel like I can go anywhere!
    Let’s go! Let’s go! Let’s go! Let’s go! Go! Go!

    Take me away, UFO!
    To a planet where lots of handsome guys live!
    Such an optimistic (such an optimistic)
    Way to spend time, a fun way to ditch things!
    Take me away, UFO!
    Tell me where I should go for you to pick me up?
    A real alien (a real alien),
    Please give me a secret signal!
    Beyond the galaxy, Fly Fly Fly!
    Come on, let’s escape the atmosphere right now!
    Standby is OK OK!
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Departure!

    Just as the bell finally rang and the “classical Japanese” class was over,
    An Adamski-type disc floated casually in the sky!

    Let’s ride on a UFO and go!
    I’m getting a bit tired of Earth, you know.
    Something more exciting (something more exciting),
    Let’s fall in love with someone and elope somewhere!
    Let’s ride on a UFO and go!
    Aren’t normal guys just boring?
    Like, maybe an alien (maybe an alien)?
    Warping to a star I don’t know!
    To the edge of the universe, Far Far Far!
    There’s no point staying in a place like this.
    Ignite the fuel, Fire Fire Fire!
    Ready? 3! 2! 1! 0! Launch!

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