MIYAVI is the ex-guitarist of Dué le quartz. During his time with Dué le quartz, he was known as Miyabi, meaning elegant. After going solo in late 2002, he changed his stage name to 雅-MIYAVI-. In 2013, with the release of his self titled album MIYAVI, the artist went through another name change, simplifying the name by dropping the kanji.
Dué le quartz: Miyabi's position in the band was that of guitarist and, occasionally, background vocals. He was the youngest member of the band, joining in 1999 at age 17, and developed the "youthful and flamboyant" image he still carries on today in his solo career, albeit it has been tweaked a bit. Dué le quartz disbanded in September of 2002, with Miyabi following up shortly afterward with the announcement of his solo career.
As a solo artist, Miyabi appeared on TV to promote his debut album, 【雅楽】-gagaku-, also stressing the name change from Miyabi to 雅-MIYAVI-. He continued to stress this change on into the first year of his solo career. It wasn't long before he had amassed a very large fan base, despite having lost some of his old fans from his Dué le quartz days, going on to release multiple singles and another album. About two years later, in late 2004, he was signed (or "married" as Universal and he had jokingly put it) to Universal Records Japan, making the transition from indie to major. The release of the single ロックの逆襲 -スーパースターの条件-/21世紀型行進曲 marked his major label debut. Around that same time, in late 2004, he also started referring to himself as MYV, but remained listed as "雅-MIYAVI-" on both his official website and in magazines.
In 2007, MIYAVI became a member of the supergroup S.K.I.N. along with three other notable Japanese rock musicians associated with or closely related to the visual kei movement - YOSHIKI, Gackt and SUGIZO. S.K.I.N. debuted with their first and so far only concert held on June 29 at Long Beach Arena, California, USA. After their debut performance, the band's activities suddenly came to a halt. The future of the project still remains unclear.
MIYAVI embarked on his first world tour in 2008, performing 33 concerts in North and South America, Europe and Asia. The concerts gained extensive media coverage and the majority of them were sold out. It was the most successful international tour undertaken by a Japanese artist to date.
On March 14, 2009, MIYAVI married the Japanese singer melody.. He announced the marriage and that his wife was expecting their first child on his official MySpace blog. Lovelie (Airi) Miyavi (愛理 雅) was born July 29, 2009. MIYAVI and melody. welcomed their second daughter, Jewelie Aoi, October 21, 2010.
In April 2009, MIYAVI left PS COMPANY Co,. , his record label, and Universal Records Japan with the expiration of his contract. On April 8th, he announced that he had started his own company J-glam Inc.. On December 31 that same year he also signed a contract with EMI Music Japan. His first single with EMI, Survive, was released March 10, 2010.
In 2013, with the release of his self titled seventh studio album MIYAVI (released June 19 in Japan) and singles leading up to it, MIYAVI changed his stage name from 雅-MIYAVI- to MIYAVI. The album is MIYAVI's first release in which the majority of the song lyrics are in English. It is also MIYAVI's best-selling album so far. In October that same year it was announced that the artist would venture into professional acting with his international debut in the film Unbroken, directed by Angelina Jolie. The film was released in December 2014. During the release of the film, MIYAVI and his family relocated to Los Angeles, California, USA, where they currently still reside.
In 2017, MIYAVI celebrated his 15th year as a solo artist with the release of an anniversary compilation album, All Time Best: Day 2 on April 2, and a tour in Japan titled MIYAVI 15th Anniversary Live „NEO TOKYO 15” beginning May 21. He also played a cameo role in the movie Kong: Skull Island.
As of 2017, MIYAVI has embarked on a total of five world tours, performing mainly in North and South America, Europe and Asia.
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JPN PRIDE
雅-MIYAVI- Lyrics
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スシソバ テンプラ フジヤマ ニンジャ
わてらどっからどー見ても日本人 極東なまりのチンパンジー
一重 鼻ぺちゃ? それがどーした 鼻は低いが誇りは高いぜ
まげも刀もないけれど 貫いてみせます ネオ武士道
こちとらハナから ハラキリ上等 黄色いゆうてナメたらアカンで
JPN pride
忘れるなかれ愛国心 流されるなかれ 大国に
白地に日の丸 日本旗 武士道 貫く一本気
不況もデフレもなんのその 欲しがりません勝つまでは
忘れちゃいけねぇ 神風特攻 一つきばれや 島国ド根性
JPN pride
誇りという名の高嶺草 己の胸に咲かせよう
美しく歌舞く花の様に 散りゆく日いづる旗本に
サクラサクラ 舞い散る花に心奪われ 夢魅させられ
サクラサクラ 地面に落ちた花に気づかず ただ踏みにじる 嗚呼
In the song "JPN PRIDE" by 雅-MIYAVI-, the lyrics express a strong sense of Japanese pride and patriotism. The lyrics mention various Japanese cultural references, such as "Sukiyaki" (a famous Japanese dish), "Ninja" (a traditional Japanese warrior), and "Fujiyama" (Mt. Fuji, a well-known symbol of Japan). The lyrics emphasize the pride and unity of the Japanese people, regardless of physical appearance or stereotypes.
The song challenges the notion of what it means to be Japanese, embracing unique physical features such as single eyelids and flat noses, and emphasizing that these features do not diminish the pride and honor of being Japanese. The lyrics also mention the courage and determination of the Japanese people, comparing themselves to modern-day samurais who will persevere and uphold their values.
Throughout the song, there is a strong message of resilience and unwavering love for the country. The lyrics highlight the importance of not forgetting one's patriotism and staying true to the samurai spirit, even in the face of challenges like recession or deflation. The song's chorus, "JPN pride," repeats the sentiment of Japanese pride and encourages the listeners to hold their heads high and show their love for the country.
Line by Line Meaning
スキヤキ テリヤキ ハラキリ ゲイシャ
Sukiyaki, teriyaki, hari kiri, geisha
スシソバ テンプラ フジヤマ ニンジャ
Sushi, soba, tempura, Mount Fuji, ninja
わてらどっからどー見ても日本人 極東なまりのチンパンジー
From wherever you look, we are obviously Japanese, a chimpanzee with a strong Eastern accent
一重 鼻ぺちゃ? それがどーした 鼻は低いが誇りは高いぜ
Single eyelid, flat nose? So what? Our nose may be low, but our pride is high
まげも刀もないけれど 貫いてみせます ネオ武士道
No topknot or sword, but we will prevail with the Neo Bushido
こちとらハナから ハラキリ上等 黄色いゆうてナメたらアカンで
From the beginning, harakiri is the first option, don't underestimate us just because we say we are yellow
JPN pride
Japanese pride
忘れるなかれ愛国心 流されるなかれ 大国に
Don't forget patriotism, don't let yourself be swayed by a big nation
白地に日の丸 日本旗 武士道 貫く一本気
The rising sun on a white background, the Japanese flag, with a resolute spirit that embodies the Bushido
不況もデフレもなんのその 欲しがりません勝つまでは
Recessions and deflation mean nothing to us, we won't desire anything until we win
忘れちゃいけねぇ 神風特攻 一つきばれや 島国ド根性
We must not forget the divine wind kamikaze, the unyielding spirit of this island nation
JPN pride
Japanese pride
誇りという名の高嶺草 己の胸に咲かせよう
Let the pride, known as the highland grass, bloom in our hearts
美しく歌舞く花の様に 散りゆく日いづる旗本に
Like the beautiful dancing flowers, scattered in the rising sun, samurai warriors
サクラサクラ 舞い散る花に心奪われ 夢魅させられ
Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms, captivated by the falling flowers, enchanted by the dream
サクラサクラ 地面に落ちた花に気づかず ただ踏みにじる 嗚呼
Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms, not noticing the flowers that have fallen to the ground, just trampling on them, ah
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Miyavi, Tyko
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