Select language to translate this lyric
When Ichiro broke the âJapanese Position Player Lineâ and started his major league career with both Rookie of the Year and MVP honors, it looked to start a huge influx of Japanese players to the U.S. Many have come, and some have made a mark, but the truth is, there is no other like Ichiro, from Japan or any other country. With his style, discipline and respect for the game, I believe heâs been a beacon of light for Seattle and baseball in general. And I firmly believe he can do anything he sets his mind to.
Heâll have a seven course meal that Yumiko his wife prepares, and for his second stomach two ice cream bars and six chocolate éclairs. By day he builds a spaceship; itâs got a periscope and hatch. At night he might go 5 for 5, with a patented sliding catch. For those who havenât worshipped yet, must resort to bowing soon. Thereâll be nothing left to prove, when Ichiro goes, Ichiro goes to the moon.
At age 40 heâll turn to pitching with a fastball that hits 95, a knuckler that defies gravity, a curve with a 12 to 6 dive. Donât put him on a pedestal; just treat him with respect. He seeks but his own approval, and earns all that he gets. Thereâll be another curtain call, a spacesuit in the trophy room. And I wonât be surprised at all, when Ichiro goes, Ichiro goes to the moon.