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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Libra
ムック Lyrics
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もう片腕に道徳をかざし
胸の奥に愛を灯して
頭の中で天秤にかける
鬱蒼としげる闇の中
自分の影を隠すように
汚ねぇ算盤弾く音
鳴り響く世界よ止まれ
感情は邪魔になるだけの世界さ
撃ち殺してくれよ
天秤にかけたのは誰?
算盤で弾くのは誰?
ハーメルンの笛吹きは誰? 狼少年はいったい誰?
そんなのどうでもいいほど今
君を愛しているよ
花よ今咲き誇れ 僕に教えておくれ
今ここに生きる意味を 明日がくる理由を
利腕に欲望をもち
もう片腕に背徳を隠し
胸の奥に愛を閉ざせば
頭の中で聖者が笑う
空き地に咲く健気な花
降り注ぐ光を奪うビルがそびえ建ち
人々はそのビルに目を輝かせ
やがて花は呼吸を止めた
風が只 優しく撫でた
風だけが優しく撫でた
生きる事 其れは何も見えねぇ
闇の中をさ迷う様な
死ぬ事 其れもまた
闇で終りは決して始まりではない
だからこそ今闇を照らす
閃光になるよう生命燃やせ
輝きを放つんだ 生きてる証
儚く強く
花よ今咲き誇れ 君が教えてくれた
今ここに生きる意味を 明日がくるわけを
いつの日か死にゆく僕は
君に何ができるだろう
陽は昇り光を注ぐ永久に
この世界に
The lyrics of ムック's song "Libra" delve into themes of inner conflict, societal expectations, and the search for meaning in life. In the opening lines, the singer describes balancing reality and morality, while keeping the flame of love burning within. The imagery of weighing these elements on a scale in their mind amidst a dense darkness where one's own shadow is hidden suggests a struggle with self-awareness and the pressure to conform to external standards.
As the lyrics progress, the singer acknowledges that emotions can often be a hindrance in a world that demands ruthless efficiency. The questions posed about who holds power over decisions, who plays the calculating role, and who the various characters like the Pied Piper and the wolf boy represent, reflect a sense of questioning authority and identity in a society that may be oppressive. Yet amid all this, the declaration of love for someone shines through as a beacon of light in the darkness.
The second verse introduces a juxtaposition between desire and immorality, with love being hidden away alongside a saintly figure laughing in the mind. The contrast between a resilient flower blooming in an empty lot and towering, light-snatching buildings symbolizes the struggle for survival amidst a society fixated on materialism. The imagery of the wind gently caressing the flower highlights the fleeting nature of life and the soothing touch of nature amidst chaos.
The final verse contemplates the meaning of life and the inevitability of death, emphasizing that even in the darkest moments, there is potential for life to shine brightly like a flash of light. The encouragement to burn one's life like a beacon of light, radiating brilliance and proving one's existence, reflects a call to embrace impermanence and find strength in fragility. The repeated plea for the flower to bloom boldly and the acknowledgment of the guidance received from a loved one speaks to the interconnectedness of life and the significance of finding purpose in the face of uncertainty.
In the closing lines, there is a contemplation of mortality and the legacy one leaves behind, pondering what impact can be made in a world where the sun rises eternally, symbolizing the cycle of life and the enduring legacy of humanity. The lyrics of "Libra" ultimately paint a portrait of resilience, love, and the search for meaning in a complex and sometimes unforgiving world, urging listeners to embrace their humanity and shine brightly in the face of darkness."
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tatsuro, Miya
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