中島美嘉 (Mika Nakashima), born on February 19, 1983 in Hioki, Kagoshima Prefec… Read Full Bio ↴中島美嘉 (Mika Nakashima), born on February 19, 1983 in Hioki, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, is a popular Japanese singer.

Nakashima had dreamed of becoming a singer since she was a child. She decided not to attend high school or college, and pursued her dream in a musical career. She was chosen out of three thousand girls as the heroine of the 2001 fall season drama, 傷だらけのラブソング (Kizudarake no Love Song, Scarred Love Song) from Fuji TV Station. In November, she made her sensational debut under Sony Music Associated Records with the song STARS, which was also the theme song of the drama. STARS is Nakashima's best-selling single to date, with sales nearing 470 000 copies since its release in November of 2001.

Her second single, CRESCENT MOON, was limited to only 100 000 copies. Amazingly, it sold out on the first day of its release.

In March of 2002, she released her third single ONE SURVIVE and her first video compilation DVD, FILM LOTUS. In May her fourth single HELPLESS RAIN. In August her fifth single, WILL, was released, tying up sales of over 200 000 copies. She released her first album, TRUE, in August of 2002. TRUE peaked at #1 on the Oricon 200 Album Chart in Japan, and has sold 1,174,000 copies since its release.

In 2003, she released five singles, 愛してる (Aishiteru, I Love You), Love Addict, 接吻 (Seppun, Kiss), FIND THE WAY and 雪の華 (Yuki no Hana, Flowers of Snow), a mini-album, RESISTANCE, and a full-length album, LOVE. LOVE went on to sell over 1.5 million copies, surpassing the sales of her debut.

During the next two years, Nakashima released another five singles: SEVEN, 火の鳥 (Hi no Tori, Phoenix), LEGEND, 桜色舞うころ (Sakura Iro Mau Koro, When the Colors of Cherry Blossoms Flutter), and ひとり (Hitori, Alone). She also released another mini-album, 朧月夜～祈り (Oborodzukiyo～Inori, A Misty, Moon-lit Night ～ Prayer), and her third full-length album, MUSIC. Her compilation album BEST, which was released in December 2005, surpassed the 1.2 million sales mark, and is the second best-selling album in Mika's career after LOVE.

Nakashima was chosen to play one pf the main roles in the live-action movie NANA in 2005, and also sang its theme song, GLAMOROUS SKY under the name NANA starring MIKA NAKASHIMA.

In December of 2006, Nakashima released 一色 (Hito Iro, A Single Color) for the NANA 2 movie under the name NANA starring MIKA NAKASHIMA, as well as a NANA album titled THE END, which marked the conclusion of her association with NANA.

Nakashima released another five singles, CRY NO MORE, ALL HANDS TOGETHER, MY SUGAR CAT, 見えない星 (Mienai Hoshi, A Star that Can't Be Seen), and 素直なまま (Sunao Mama, Gentle Ways). that led up to the release of her fourth album in 2007, YES.

During the last part of 2007 and during 2008, Nakashima released five singles, LIFE, 永遠の詩 (Eien no Uta, Song of Eternity), SAKURA ～花霞～ (SAKURA ～Hanagasumi～, SAKURA ～Mist of Flowers～, I DON'T KNOW, which was a collaboration with the comedy group 森三中 and released under the artist name MICA 3 CHU (pronounced Mika San Chū), and ORION. She then released her fifth album in November of 2008, entitled VOICE.

In the current era, which began in March of 2009 with the release of the compilation album NO MORE RULES., Nakashima has released two singles entitled Over Load and CANDY GIRL. The single 流れ星 (Nagare Boshi, Shooting Star) will be released on November 4th, and the single ALWAYS will be released in January of 2010.

Nakashima is known to make cover versions of English songs, such as AMAZING GRACE, THE ROSE, WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD and YOU'D BE SO NICE TO COME HOME TO.

Apart from singing and sometimes modeling, Nakashima has been involved in several commercial campaigns, including KANEBO Cosmetics 「KATE」, Meiji Seika Kaisha, Ltd. 「BODA」「GALBO」「FRAN」, SONY 「Hi-MD Walkman」, and ROHTO 「ROHTO Zi:φ」.

Official Website: www.mikanakashima.com

Dance With the Devil
中島美嘉 Lyrics

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欲しい物が有るときだけ媚びへつらう　大人達
言うだけなら簡単ね　愛と平和
キレイゴト
弱い犬は　皆よく吠えるわ
Sit down
壊れてゆく　貧しい心をみて笑っている
正しいもの　全てを疑った時　出会えるの
隠してた　赤い月の夜　洗礼を受け　OH　捧げるわ

Dance with the DEVIL Please　視線を
浴びる程強く
燃え上がるわ
Oh drug in the music So
楽しむ
勇気もないなら
消えたらどう?
グッバイルーザー

体中が　あいつを覚えて疼く　なんてザマ
針の先が　飛んでくる　快楽までの　ご招待
何を得て
何を犠牲に?
そんな事なら
後で解るわ

Dance with the DEVIL Please　悲惨ね
神に頼るだけで
諦めてる
Oh drug in the music So
まだまだ
止められないのよ
目障りね
グッバイルーザー

耳元で　囁くの
『I LOVE YOU SO MUCH』
軽い愛
脳に焼き付く

甘い言葉で
深く落ちてゆく

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 中島美嘉's song DANCE WITH THE DEVIL describes a person's desire to fit in with the rest of society and to conform to its expectations. The adult world is portrayed as superficial and hypocritical, where people only show concern for peace and love when it's convenient. In this world, the weak are exploited, while the strong and powerful laugh at their misfortune. However, the song suggests that there is a way out of this cycle of oppression and despair. By questioning everything and everyone, one can find the true path to righteousness. This path is symbolized by the "red moon" that has been hidden away, waiting to be discovered. It represents a spiritual awakening, a moment when everything becomes clear and meaningful. By embracing this moment and offering oneself to the red moon, one can break free from the shackles of society and truly dance with the devil.

The song features a mix of electronic and rock music, creating an intense and engaging soundscape that matches the depth and complexity of the lyrics. The chorus, in particular, is a highlight of the song, with its catchy melody and empowering message. The song has been featured in various anime and video games, making it a popular choice among fans of Japanese music.

Line by Line Meaning

欲しい物が有るときだけ媚びへつらう　大人達
Adults only flatter and kiss up when they want something.

言うだけなら簡単ね　愛と平和キレイゴト
Peace, love, and beautiful words are easy to say.

弱い犬は　皆よく吠えるわ
Weak dogs bark a lot.

Sit down
Sit down.

壊れてゆく　貧しい心をみて笑っている
Laughing at the breaking heart of the poor.

正しいもの　全てを疑った時　出会えるの
You meet things when you doubt everything that is right.

隠してた　赤い月の夜　洗礼を受け　OH　捧げるわ
I offer myself after receiving baptism on a hidden red moonlit night.

Dance with the DEVIL Please　視線を
Dance with the DEVIL Please, with your gaze.

浴びる程強く燃え上がるわ
I burn stronger as I am bathed in it.

Oh drug in the music So 楽しむ
Oh drug in the music, I enjoy it.

勇気もないなら消えたらどう?
If you have no courage, how about disappearing?