Under the recommendation of Steve Vai, B’z were inducted into the Hollywood Rock Walk in 2007 as the first Asian artist. As a world acclaimed six-string virtuoso, Tak Matsumoto joined legendary guitarists Jimmy Page, Joe Perry, Ace Frehley and Slash, to become the fifth guitarist in the world to have his own Gibson USA signature model, the ‘Tak Matsumoto Les Paul.’ In 2010, Matsumoto released Take Your Pick with jazz guitarist, Larry Carlton, and won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards last February. Koshi Inaba’s solo efforts include the studio album, Hadou, which was also released in 2010 and debuted number one on the Oricon album charts. Inaba also appeared as a guest vocalist on Slash’s solo album last year.
Besides releasing a long line of number one singles and albums in Japan, B’z are known for their dynamic live shows. They began 2010 with a sold-out dome tour in Japan, including 4 nights at the famed Tokyo Dome with 600,000 fans in attendance.
B’z had North American tour visiting Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles in July 2011. After providing a song to “Download to Donate Tsunami Relief” organized by Music For Relief, B’z was asked to join the intimate private show with Linkin Park to raise money for Japan earthquake/Tsunami relief. The show took place on 8/31 with great success raising more than $35,000. They will start the Japan tour with 2 shows in Sendai which will benefit the affected area. Their tour “B’z LIVE-GYM 2011 –C’mon-“ includes 17 arena shows and 9 dome shows and continues till the last show on 12/25 at Tokyo Dome.
Friction
B'z Lyrics
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Everyday just passing by (oh yeah)
Nobody's fault, I'm making my choice all the time
Standing still feet on the run (oh yeah)
Stare at the sky never see the sun (oh yeah)
In and out of mind still searching for a sign
Something is wrong
Really need to know what I am
Shouting out my name (shouting out)
Tryin' to find my way (find it out)
I just need a new sensation (I just need a new sensation)
Can't just sit and die (no I can't)
Baby I'll come alive (for ourselves)
Pull the thread from all these stitches
We can't make it without friction
Uncivilized this modern world (oh yeah)
Feed the poor with empty words (oh yeah)
They're just killing time and thinking no one would mind
What's going on
Everything in a haze
I'm not hiding anymore
Shouting out my name (shouting out)
Walking down Broadway
I just got a new direction (I just got a new direction)
Maybe I'd better fight
I gotta live my life (for myself)
Won't be scared to lose everything
Shouting out my name
Try to make you see my face
Now I'm gonna do it my way (now I'm gonna do it my way)
Baby I gotta fight, fight for my life
Ain't nothin' that I won't be missin'
Nothing happens without friction
The lyrics to B'z's song "Friction" convey a sense of frustration with the monotony and emptiness of modern life. The singer laments the fact that they feel like they are just "passing by" every day without any real purpose or direction. They are searching for something to give their life meaning, some sort of sign that they are on the right path.
Despite this aimlessness, the singer refuses to just accept the status quo and die without ever truly living. They declare that they need a "new sensation" and that they are willing to fight for their life and not be scared to lose everything in the process. This mantra is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and embracing the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Living in this boring world (oh yeah)
I am existing in a mundane world every day.
Everyday just passing by (oh yeah)
My life is uneventful and repetitive day after day.
Nobody's fault, I'm making my choice all the time
I am responsible for my own decisions, and nobody else is to blame for my situation.
Standing still feet on the run (oh yeah)
Although I appear stationary, my mind and emotions are in a constant state of turmoil.
Stare at the sky never see the sun (oh yeah)
I am so preoccupied with my struggles that I don't notice the beauty in the world around me.
In and out of mind still searching for a sign
I vacillate between moments of clarity and confusion while searching for guidance in my life.
Something is wrong
I sense that things are not right in my life.
We're losing our senses
We are becoming numb to the problems in the world and failing to take action to make a positive change.
Really need to know what I am
I am struggling to understand my true identity and purpose in life.
Shouting out my name (shouting out)
I am boldly proclaiming my existence and demanding recognition.
Tryin' to find my way (find it out)
I am attempting to navigate the challenges in my life in search of a better path.
I just need a new sensation (I just need a new sensation)
I am seeking a fresh perspective or experience to break free from my current monotony.
Can't just sit and die (no I can't)
I refuse to give up and allow my circumstances to defeat me.
Baby I'll come alive (for ourselves)
I am determined to thrive and find purpose for the benefit of myself and those around me.
Pull the thread from all these stitches
I must unravel the mess in my life and address each individual problem in order to make progress.
We can't make it without friction
Change and progress cannot happen without experiencing resistance and challenge.
Uncivilized this modern world (oh yeah)
Our world is so advanced technologically, but we still have much work to do in terms of social justice and equality.
Feed the poor with empty words (oh yeah)
Many people in power speak of helping the less fortunate, but their actions do not match their words.
They're just killing time and thinking no one would mind
Those in power are apathetic to the suffering of those they should be serving.
What's going on
I am questioning the state of the world and the events unfolding around me.
Everything in a haze
I am struggling to make sense of the chaos that surrounds me.
I'm not hiding anymore
I am going to face my problems head-on and not run away from them any longer.
Walking down Broadway
I am boldly striding forward, even in the midst of obstacles and discouragement.
I just got a new direction (I just got a new direction)
I have discovered a new purpose or goal in my life and am determined to pursue it.
Maybe I'd better fight
I am realizing that I must stand up for myself and fight for what I believe in.
I gotta live my life (for myself)
I am going to assert my individuality and live life on my own terms, not someone else's.
Won't be scared to lose everything
I am willing to take risks and make sacrifices in order to achieve my goals, even if it means losing everything I currently have.
Try to make you see my face
I am seeking recognition and understanding from others for who I truly am.
Now I'm gonna do it my way (now I'm gonna do it my way)
I am no longer going to let others dictate the course of my life; I am going to pursue my own passions and goals.
Baby I gotta fight, fight for my life
I must actively work to overcome the obstacles and challenges in my life in order to achieve success and purpose.
Ain't nothin' that I won't be missin'
I am willing to make sacrifices and face hardship in order to achieve my dreams.
Nothing happens without friction
Progress and growth require struggle and challenge in order to make meaningful change.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Koshi Inaba, Takahiro Matsumoto
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@gustavovalverde5429
. Lyrics .
Living in this boring world
Everyday just passing by
Nobody's fault
I'm making my choice
all the time
Standing still feet on the run
Stare at the sky
never see the sun
In and out of mind
still searching for a sign
Something is wrong
We're losing our senses
Really need to know what I am
Shouting out my name
Tryin' to find my way
I just need a new sensation
Can't just sit and die,
Baby I'll come alive
Pull the thread from
all these stitches
We can't make it
without friction
Uncivilized this modern world
Feed the poor with empty words
They're just killing time
and thinking no one would mind
What's going on
Everything in a haze
I'm not hiding anymore
Shouting out my name
Walking down broadway
I just got a new direction
Maybe I'd better fight
I gotta live my life
Won't be scared to
lose everything
[Guitar Solo]
Shouting out my name
Try to make you see my face
Now I'm gonna do it my way
Baby I gotta fight,
fight for my life
Ain't nothin' that
I won't be missin'
Nothing happens without friction
@VEHICLEFAN5500
Living in this boring world
Everyday just passing by
Nobody's fault
I'm making my choice all the time
Standing still feet on the run
Stare at the sky never see the sun
In and out of mind still searching for a sign
Something is wrong, we're losing our senses
Really need to know what I am
Shouting out my name, tryin' to find my way
I just need a new sensation
Can't just sit and die, baby I'll come alive
Pull the thread from all these stitches
We can't make it without friction
Uncivilized this modern world
Feed the poor with empty words
They're just killing time
And thinking no one would mind
What's going on, everything in a haze
I'm not hiding anymore
Shouting out my name, walking down broadway
I just got a new direction
Maybe I'd better fight, I gotta live my life
Won't be scared to lose everything
Shouting out my name, try to make you see my face
Now I'm gonna do it my way
Baby I gotta fight, fight for my life
Ain't nothin' that I won't be missin'
Nothing happens without friction
@TalkSickMass
It was a complete surprise for me to see this band featured on burnout. Someone at criterion sure got good taste in music
@etam8099
Dominator is the true OG for this song
@OMGKawaiiAngel2001
@@etam8099 this song was made exclusively for Dominator wasn't it?
@ax0l297
@@OMGKawaiiAngel2001 yup, to advertize the game in japan
@edymui
Just pair it with the V16 Revenge
@jadonstorer2375
Just like faith no mores epic and sugarcults dead living
@liamhaynes1790
Oh god man,the feel when you crash the kreiger into a cavalry,sending the cavalry into a godamn wall,XD
@MomentsInGraceIscool545
Yes
@Dizastermaster.
@ThatSpyTho Bruh, he brings an anti-air flak lmao
@Alexmercer344
Revenge Racer is actually the fastest car in the game (not counting DLC or online)