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.
http://myv382tokyo.com/
Ashita genki ni naare
雅-MIYAVI- Lyrics
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Ready go, Ready go, Ready ready go
Lalala whistle, and next "si" an "doe" with lively steps, merrily on your way
Swaggering on, and laughing through your nose
Holdin' your head up without a care in the world?
You say, but
When I say
"How about we go together?"
Just that thing
Just that thing
Now, why don't you answer?
With spring wind, breathin' in a breeze.
Saluting the horsetails,
And smashing the highest high-five of the spring.
The unchanging days, to the unchanging past
The unchanging dream, to the unchanging tomorrow
Unchanging me, to unchanging you
Let's stay here unchangingly, huh?
The repeating days, to the past which won't return
The unchanging dream, that's tomorrow right before your eyes
Unshakeable me, to you who laughed
Without losing our way, together…
How 'bout it
~Today, Miyavi shall speak~
The lyrics of 雅-MIYAVI-'s song Ashita Genki ni Naare (Get Well Soon Tomorrow) is a reflection of the fleeting nature of life and the inevitable changes that come with it. The line "Without changing anything, we will continue to change, won't we?" implies that despite our efforts to keep things static, time and circumstances will always force us to evolve and transform. The song invites the listener to embrace these changes with a lively spirit, singing "Ready go, Ready go, Ready ready go" as if encouraging them to keep moving forward.
The verse describes a carefree attitude towards life, with the lyrics "Swaggering on, and laughing through your nose, holdin' your head up without a care in the world?" capturing a sense of joy and confidence. The chorus then introduces a moment of hesitation, as someone asks "Don't go far away" but is then invited to join their friend in their journey. This interaction shows a desire for companionship and support in the face of change.
The second verse continues the theme of embracing change with references to the renewal of spring, "Breathin' in a breeze, saluting the horsetails, and smashing the highest high-five of the spring." The lyrics then repeat the refrain of "The unchanging days, to the unchanging past, the unchanging dream, to the unchanging tomorrow, Unchanging me, to unchanging you, Let's stay here unchangingly, huh?" reminding us that even as things change around us, the relationships we have with those closest to us remain constant.
Line by Line Meaning
And without changing anything, we will continue to change, won't we
The inevitability of change is something we cannot escape, but we must learn to navigate it
Ready go, Ready go, Ready ready go
Encouragement to take action and begin moving forward
Lalala whistle, and next "si" an "doe" with lively steps, merrily on your way
Whistling a happy tune and moving forward with a spring in your step, enjoying the journey
Swaggering on, and laughing through your nose
Confidently moving forward and enjoying life to the fullest
Holdin' your head up without a care in the world?
Being carefree and unburdened, with a confident and positive attitude
"Don't go far away"
You say, but
Expressing a desire for someone to stay close, but acknowledging the inevitability of change
When I say
"How about we go together?"
Suggesting that facing the future together is a better option than being apart
Just that thing
Just that thing
Now, why don't you answer?
A plea for communication and connection, to ensure that both parties are on the same page
With spring wind, breathin' in a breeze.
Saluting the horsetails,
And smashing the highest high-five of the spring.
Enjoying the beauty of nature and celebrating the season with enthusiasm
The unchanging days, to the unchanging past
The unchanging dream, to the unchanging tomorrow
Unchanging me, to unchanging you
Let's stay here unchangingly, huh?
Acknowledging the importance of staying true to oneself and one's dreams, while also valuing the connections and relationships that remain constant
The repeating days, to the past which won't return
The unchanging dream, that's tomorrow right before your eyes
Unshakeable me, to you who laughed
Without losing our way, together…
Recognizing the fleeting nature of time, but also finding hope and inspiration in the present moment and the people who remain by one's side
How 'bout it
~Today, Miyavi shall speak~
A closing thought and a reminder that change is inevitable, but there is still hope for a bright future
Contributed by Charlie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@katie98711
It's been 15 years for me and I remember I used to listen to this song while going to school, it helped me calm down from anxiety attacks. Its such a good feeling to listen to this again.
@amandakucsera
omg same
@xRahzel
10 years later, back to the song that got me into his music
it's just as A+ and made me feel nostalgic about having good taste at a young age
@winkywinki9457
Until KAVKI BOIZ he was still fine... Then he listened to Melody's words and changed his style completely... I dont like him much anymore :(
@user-sf4qx9wn7x
17年前！miyaviというアーティストとyoutubeというコンテンツを知って毎日毎日パソコンで見漁ってた時代
懐かしい〜
@martag838
Oh my god, coming back to this video made me remember my old times when I got into j-rock... I was eleven by then and after seeing Miyavi I'd wanted to have his haircut from this time, so I grabbed my school scissors and cut them myself, ending up looking like a worn out broom. Sweet, unforgiving memories
@curryandrice7764
<3
@anjelicatrepanier509
I’d copy his knuckle and arm tats. 🥲♥️ such simple simple times
@user-kp6lt8wb3q
중학교때 친구들이 일드에 한창 빠졌을당시 그때 처음 일드를 접하면서 일본문화에 빠졌을때였는데 친구한명중에 미야비를 좋아하는 친구가있어서 같이 빠져서 노래며 미야비가 주연이였던 영화?이런영상까지 봤던 기억이나네요ㅋㅋ 세상에 저렇게 이쁘고 멋있고 세상화려한 사람이 없다 그랬는데 미야비노래중에 이노래가 너무 좋았었어요ㅋㅋ 지금들어도 참기분좋고 몽글몽글하네요 뮤비배경도 예전에 봤던 일본영화나 드라마에서 나온 여름느낌 물씬나고 추억돋아요ㅜ 미야비 지금도 왕성하게 활동중인데 참 멋진거같더라구요 되게 단단한 사람같아서 지금봐도 멋진 아티스트 인거 같아요b
@themagicalfox6
Miyavi will always have a special place in my highschool years :') his music always cheered me up through rough times