The momentum from this carried on with the single "NEVER POP ENOUGH e.p." which quickly climbed up the independent CD charts of various shops in Japan. Around a month later, they released their first mini-album "HOWLING SYMPHONY OF..." which both rapidly climbed the charts and received critical acclaim from the music press. After this, the band started to tour more extensively, thanks to various offers from bands within the Japanese alternative music scene. They then released their second single "FIRESTARTER" which was released in 2000 and then followed it up with the full-length album "ALL YOU CAN EAT" along with involvement in various compilation albums and split mini-albums with various independent groups while still releasing their own albums and singles.
In August 2003, three of the four original members of BEAT CRUSADERS left the band, leaving behind only Hidaka. He quickly recruited four new members, who form the current line-up of the group. The three members that left went on to form ANITA CHILI PEPPERS. The current line-up of the band is: ヒダカトオル (Hidaka Tooru) - Vocal & Guitar, クボタマサヒコ (Kubota Masahiko) - Bass, カトウタロウ (Kato Taro) - Guitar, マシータ (Mashiita, Maseeta) - Drums and ケイタイモ (Keitaimo) - Keyboard.
In 2004, the group was finally catapulted into the major-label music scene, thanks to the release of the song "HIT IN THE USA" which was used as the opening theme for the anime "BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad" and also allowed a number of their songs to be covered in the same anime. They have also had the song "TONIGHT,TONIGHT,TONIGHT" used in the anime "BLEACH" and in 2006 they made their first American appearance, thanks to the song "Hey×2 Look×2" which was used as the opening theme song to the Nicktoons animated series "Kappa Mikey".
Confirmation from Toru Hidaka that Beat Crusaders Broke-up 4th September, 2010.
FEEL
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics
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All my friends are gone
Nothing's ever shown
In my eyes
Walking all alone
The sun keep shining on
I found you wander around
In my life
Scorchers disappear
So,
I feel so strange
I wanna take you
faraway to let you
Feel so strange
I'm gonna keep my journey
to the whole new world
The time left me alone
All my friends are gone
Nothing's ever shown
In my eyes
Walking all alone
The sun keep shining on
I found you wander around
In my life
Every time you're around me
Scorchers disappear
So,
I feel so strange
I wanna take you
faraway to let you
Feel so strange
I'm gonna keep my journey
to the whole new world
to the whole new world
Feel so strange
I wanna take you
faraway to let you
Feel so strange
I feel so strange
I wanna take you
faraway to let you
Feel so strange
I'm gonna keep my journey
to the whole new world
to the whole new world
The lyrics of BEAT CRUSADERS' "FEEL" express the feeling of isolation and loneliness in the beginning, with the line "The time left me alone, All my friends are gone, Nothing's ever shown in my eyes, Walking all alone, The sun keeps shining on." The singer, who seems to be experiencing a void or emptiness, discovers someone wandering around and is drawn to them. The person in question seems to have the ability to dispel the singer's sense of detachment, as the lyrics suggest, "Every time you're around me, Scorchers disappear, So I feel so strange."
The singer desires to take this person "faraway" to share their feelings with them and break free from their existing life. "I wanna take you faraway to let you feel so strange, I'm gonna keep my journey to the whole new world," declares the lyrics in the chorus. The word "strange" appears repeatedly in the song, possibly signifying a strong longing for change, a new path, and a sense of hope or excitement.
In summary, the song is about someone who has been left feeling empty and disconnected from the world and is searching for someone to help them break free and experience new things. The person they meet offers a sense of comfort and new possibilities that inspire them to take a journey towards a whole new world.
Line by Line Meaning
The time left me alone
I am left feeling lonely and deserted by the passage of time.
All my friends are gone
The people who were once important to me are no longer present in my life.
Nothing's ever shown
It seems like there is nothing to look forward to or feel hopeful about.
In my eyes
This is how I perceive the world around me.
Walking all alone
I am forced to journey through life without anyone by my side.
The sun keep shining on
Despite my troubles, life goes on and the world keeps turning.
I found you wander around
I stumbled upon you while you were lost and searching for your own way.
In my life
You have become an important part of my existence.
Every time you're around me
Your presence has a positive impact on me.
Scorchers disappear
Any negativity or obstacles I face seem to vanish when you are with me.
So, I feel so strange
Because of the stark contrast between my previous state and my current feelings brought about by your presence, I cannot help but feel unusual.
I wanna take you faraway to let you
I desire to go on an adventure with you to show you new experiences and worldly wonders.
Feel so strange
I am experiencing an indescribable mix of emotions that is foreign and new to me.
I'm gonna keep my journey to the whole new world
I am determined to continue seeking new horizons and exploring the unknown with you by my side.
to the whole new world
Together, let us embark on a journey to a place we have never been before.
Lyrics © TV Asahi Music Co., Ltd.
Written by: ヒダカトオル
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