The band’s name, decided upon by guitarist ミヤ, was originally the name of a character from the Japanese children’s program "Ponkickies." The band is also known as “six-nine” from a play on words, since six-nine can be pronounced “muku” (六九) in Japanese. June 9th (6/9) is also known as "MUCC day" by their fans.
In 2000 the band had their first interview in the monthly publication FOOL’S MATE, issue 221. TATTOO (on vocals) changed his name to Tatsurou and the band’s name MUCC was changed to ムック (pronounced MUKKU). On 6/9 ("MUCC day") they released their first CD single “娼婦/廃” (Shoufu/Hai) and a second press of their album “アンティーク” (Antiiku).
They went on their first tour in Europe in 2005 after they had been signed by the French label Soundlicious, which released their full albums. They mainly performed in France and Germany. In 2006 they were contacted by the German label GAN-SHIN and started a new tour in Germany. In August of 2006 they performed at Ram's Head Live for Otakon, their first United States performance. Their biggest European tour was in spring 2007 when they released their album "極彩" (Gokusai). They visited the United Kingdom, Sweden, Finland, France, Switzerland and Germany. Their concerts in Germany were a coupled tour with the band BALZAC. In May they performed in the United States for the second time during the J-rock Revolution Festival.
In 2008 their album "志恩" (Shion) was released, not only in Japan but also Europe and the United States as well. The band performed on the touring festival "ROCKSTAR Taste of Chaos 2008" in the United States from March through April, headlined by Atreyu and other bands. In June they performed at the hardrock festival Sweden Rock Festival 2008.
In late July through October 2008 they continued the "ROCKSTAR Taste of Chaos 2008" tour in Europe. "ROCKSTAR Taste of Chaos 2008 International" was originally limited to the United Kingdom with a different lineup than the United States tour. However, shows were extended to Scandinavia, Netherlands and Germany upon the fans' wishes.
In August 2008 they worked together with Ken from L'arc~en~Ciel. Ken produced their single "アゲハ" (Ageha) which was released on August 27th, 2008 in Japan and digitally for overseas fans.
On January 28th, 2009 they released a new single "空と糸" (Sora to ito) together with Ken from L'arc~en~Ciel.
On March 4th, 2009 their 9th album "球体" (Kyuutai) was released and was followed by a national and world wide tour including Europe, USA and South America in late 2009.
In 2010 they released the Singles "Yakusoku" and "Falling down" accompanied by a Japan tour and followed by their full album "Karma" which came along with the "CHEMICAL PARADE" tour at the end of 2010 and a European "CHEMICAL PARADE" tour in Europe in January 2011 and some Asian dates in May.
In the following time they released the singles "Arcadia" which also featured DAISHI DANCE and Nirvana before their 15th Anniversary concert named “-MUCC 15th Anniversary year Live- MUCC vs ムック vs MUCC” at Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall1-3 and their short "-MUCC 15th Anniversary year Live(s) – “97-12″ tour.
They participated in a tour called "J-ROCK EVOLUTION" together with girugamesh, alice nine, D=OUT and more for an Asian tour and announced a new single called "MOTHER" and a new album called "Shangri-la" for the end of 2012.
MUCC has played over 650gigs worldwide so far. Recently in May 2011, the band achieved Nippon Budokan concert 2days in a row with 15,000 audiences in total.
They’ve also performed in more than 100 events abroad and make frequent visits to Europe and Asia for one-man shows.
The band is now well known and very popular for their overwhelming live performances and the unique emotional expressions around the world. And for such reasons, MUCC is often invited to perform opening acts when overseas artists like GUNS N’ ROSES and Smashing Pumpkins come on tour in Japan.
Loud rock, folk, ballads and electro and so on…
Recently MUCC is seeking much attention for the new challenges of the musical diversity with other genres such as electro. Yet their musical principle of lyricism and nostalgia are still recognised as their solid characteristic through its process.
Miya plays DJ sets as his another project and Tatsuro has been a radio DJ over 2years, which explains that MUCC also plays an active role beyond their musical performances as a rockband.
Although MUCC is categorised as Visual-kei, this band is very conspicuous and has an extraordinary figure in Japanese music industry.
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ホリゾント
ムック Lyrics
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歌手：ムック
作詞：逹瑯·ミヤ
作曲：YUKKE·ミヤ
夕陽に染められたホリゾント
くすんだ街を絵画に変えて
僕等の日々を優しく包む
恋をして 世間追いかけて
流れて逆らって それでも明日は来る
頬をさす北風に襟を立てて
空も見れずに歩いてく僕達
大人になりきれない日々を越えて
君の肩に落ちた雪が時間を止めた
彩やかに見える今だけは
止まった街はジオラマのように
「今どこで何をしてるのですか」
いつかの自分から未来宛ての手紙
初雪がこのせわしい世界隠し
あの日と同じように 高鳴る胸
大丈夫 描いてた未来じゃないけど
鏡に映った自分 誇ってあげるよ
頬をさす北風に襟をたてて
大切なぬくもりを抱きしめてる
明日はほんの少しだけ空を見上げ
それぞれの色を塗ろう ほんの少しだけ 君と
The song "Horizont" by the Japanese rock band Mucc is a beautiful reflection on the fleeting nature of time and the power of memory to transcend it. The lyrics describe a sunset-stained horizon that turns a dull city into a beautiful painting, creating a gentle backdrop for the memories that we leave behind as we move through the world. The song speaks to the experiences of young love and the struggles of growing up, as the singer reflects on the hardships of always rushing forward to meet the demands of society while also holding on to the hope that tomorrow will still come.
One of the key themes of the song is the importance of finding meaning in the present moment, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. The singer's memories of snow falling on his shoulders and the beauty of a world turned upside down by love stand as powerful anchors in a world that is always changing around him. Ultimately, the song suggests that time is a precious gift that can be embraced and enjoyed even as we move inexorably towards an unknown future.
Line by Line Meaning
夕陽に染められたホリゾント
The horizon colored by the setting sun
くすんだ街を絵画に変えて
Turning the dull city into a painting
心どこかに置き忘れた
We forgot about our hearts somewhere
僕等の日々を優しく包む
Gently embracing our everyday lives
恋をして 世間追いかけて
In love, chasing the world
流れて逆らって それでも明日は来る
Going with the flow or against it, tomorrow will still come
頬をさす北風に襟を立てて
Raising the collar against the northern wind stroking our cheeks
空も見れずに歩いてく僕達
We walk without looking at the sky
大人になりきれない日々を越えて
Overcoming the days we can't fully become adults
君の肩に落ちた雪が時間を止めた
The snow falling on your shoulder stopped time
彩やかに見える今だけは
Only now looks vivid
止まった街はジオラマのように
The stopped city is like a diorama
「今どこで何をしてるのですか」
"Where are you and what are you doing now?"
いつかの自分から未来宛ての手紙
A letter to the future from the person we once were
初雪がこのせわしい世界隠し
The first snow hides this hectic world
あの日と同じように 高鳴る胸
As on that day, my heart beats fast
大丈夫 描いてた未来じゃないけど
It's okay that it's not the future we envisioned
鏡に映った自分 誇ってあげるよ
I'll be proud of the reflection in the mirror
大切なぬくもりを抱きしめてる
Hugging onto the precious warmth
明日はほんの少しだけ空を見上げ
Tomorrow let's look up at the sky, just a little bit
それぞれの色を塗ろう ほんの少しだけ 君と
Let's paint each of our colors, just a little bit, together
Contributed by Grayson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@whitecrow3778
夕陽に染められたホリゾント
くすんだ街を絵画に変えて
心どこかに置き忘れた
僕等の日々を優しく包む
恋をして 世間追いかけて
流れて逆らって それでも明日は来る
頬をさす北風に襟を立てて
空も見れずに歩いてく僕達
大人になりきれない 日々を越えて
君の肩に落ちた雪が時間を止めた
鮮やかに見える今だけは
止まった街はジオラマのように
「今どこで何をしてるのですか」
いつかの自分から未来宛ての手紙
初雪がこのせわしい世界隠し
あの日と同じように高鳴る胸
大丈夫描いてた 未来じゃないけど
鏡に映った自分 誇ってあげるよ
頬をさす北風に襟を立てて
大切なぬくもりを抱きしめてる
明日はほんの少しだけ 空を見上げ
それぞれの色を塗ろう ほんの少しだけ 君と
@user-oj4oo1tm9f
このたつろうマジイケメンで可愛い
@u-suk3
昔から好きだけど30を過ぎた今聴くと
自分の人生を振り返らされるような気分。
描いてた未来じゃないけど
鏡に映った自分 誇ってあげるよ
って歌詞がすごく刺さって聴く度泣きそうになる。😢
自分を肯定させてくれるような、そんな気持ちになる。
@user-zr1hv6sy3z
僕も今日久々にホリゾントのPV見て同じ様な気持ちになりました
若い頃に描いてた良い自分にはなれなかったし ボロボロになっちゃった
自信もなくなっちゃった
でも 鏡に映った自分 誇ってあげるよ
て なんか背中を押されてるみたい
@user-kd9ic3hz8p
この歌聞くと学生時代寒い中アルバイト行ってた思い出を思い出す。
@user-hw1pf4yq6j
10数年ぶりに聞いた 「今 何処で何をしているのですか？いつかの自分から未来宛ての手紙」が身に染みた！
@bsk5924
寒くなってくると聞きたくなる。何度聴いても良い曲!
@user-fj6me9by4c
たつろーも可愛いけど、このミヤがだいぶ相当大好き💖
その辺にいたら、かっこ良く
てついて行っちゃいそう～💖
そして、超絶名曲！大大大好き！！
@SuperFlyingGlydon74
I first thought they were ok when I listened to them for the first time but this song is literal gold
@FernandoGarcia-we5xj
Still remember the first time I heard this song
11 years ago and by far still my favorite
@shiroshiro7026
ムック好きになった曲( ´꒳` )