BEAT CRUSADERS was a Japanese rock/punk/pop group who were first formed in … Read Full Bio ↴BEAT CRUSADERS was a Japanese rock/punk/pop group who were first formed in late 1997 by ヒダカトオル (Hidaka Tooru), primarily as an experimental lo-fi indie pop group. The first line-up of the group was originally a result of constant experimental shows performed in various locations around Tokyo. Their use of both old and new technology, combined with influences from various bands such as Weezer and Rentals, had transformed them into a melodic guitar-driven band. By late 1998, the group had started to settle into things and were rapidly gaining a reputation for being an energetic live band with catchy and fun songs that weren't to be missed within the independent music scene.

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.

HeyX2 LookX2
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics

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Buzz Buzz up and down
Mikey's come to town
From the USA lost in japan

Star of Lily Mu
Everything is all new
Showtime is today
Here in Japan

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Buzz Buzz up and down
Mikey's come to town
Sideshow mess around over Japan

Evil Lily Mu
Looking for something new
Showtime is today
Here in Japan

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

He come to Lily Mu
Lily Mu, to Lily Mu
He come to Lily Mu
Lily Mu, to Lily Mu

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out! (Out!) Streets! (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rocks! (Rocks!) Streets! (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

(Hey!) (Look!) (Out!) (Streets!)
Kappa Mikey
(Hey!) (Look!) (Rock!) (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)

Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of BEAT CRUSADERS's song "HeyX2 LookX2" tell the story of a character named Kappa Mikey who has traveled from the United States to Japan and becomes the star of a show called Lily Mu. The first verse mentions how Mikey is "buzzing up and down" which can be interpreted as excitement and nervousness to be in a new and foreign place. The line "star of Lily Mu" implies that Mikey has found a new home and purpose, but everything is still new to him. The chorus encourages the listener to look out in the streets and see that Mikey is now a part of this world in Japan. The repetition of "Hey!" and "Look!" evokes a sense of urgency to pay attention to Mikey and his presence in Japan.

In the second verse, the lyrics mention "evil Lily Mu" which implies that there may be some conflict or drama within the world of the show. The phrase "looking for something new" may also suggest that Mikey is trying to find his place within the show and the culture of Japan. The final chorus repeats the urgency to notice Mikey and includes some playful ad-libs before ending on a final declaration that Mikey is Kappa Mikey.

Overall, the lyrics capture the excitement and energy of being in a new and foreign place, as well as the desire to find a place to belong. The focus on Mikey's role in the show and his presence in Japan creates a sense of importance and relevance to his newfound home.

Line by Line Meaning

Buzz Buzz up and down
Mikey's arrival is making a buzz around the town

Mikey's come to town
A guy named Mikey has come to town

From the USA lost in japan
Mikey is from USA and he is lost in Japan

Star of Lily Mu
Mikey is the star of the show Lily Mu

Everything is all new
Everything seems new to Mikey as he is in a new country

Showtime is today
It's time for the show to begin

Here in Japan
The show is happening in Japan

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!) Out in the streets! Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?
People on the streets should look and see that the man passing by is Kappa Mikey

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!) Rockin' the streets! Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?
People on the streets should look and see that the man passing by is Kappa Mikey and he is rocking the streets

Sideshow mess around over Japan
There are circus shows happening all around Japan

Evil Lily Mu Looking for something new Showtime is today Here in Japan
The show Evil Lily Mu is also happening today in Japan and they are searching for new elements to add in the show

He come to Lily Mu Lily Mu, to Lily Mu He come to Lily Mu Lily Mu, to Lily Mu
Mikey has arrived at Lily Mu and he is excited to be a part of the show

Out! (Out!) Streets! (Streets!) Rocks! (Rocks!) Streets! (Streets!) Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?
People on the streets should look and see that the man passing by is Kappa Mikey, who is rocking the streets

(Hey!) (Look!) (Out!) (Streets!) Kappa Mikey (Hey!) (Look!) (Rock!) (Streets!) Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?
People should look out in the streets and notice that Kappa Mikey is passing by, who is rocking the streets

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!) Out in the streets! Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?
People on the streets should look and see that the man passing by is Kappa Mikey

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Buzz Buzz up and down
Mikey's come to town
From the USA lost in japan

Star of Lily Mu
Everything is all new
Showtime is today
Here in Japan

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Buzz Buzz up and down
Mikey's come to town
Sideshow mess around over Japan

Evil Lily Mu
Looking for something new
Showtime is today
Here in Japan

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

He come to Lily Mu
Lily Mu, to Lily Mu
He come to Lily Mu
Lily Mu, to Lily Mu

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out! (Out!) Streets! (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rocks! (Rocks!) Streets! (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Rockin' the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

(Hey!) (Look!) (Out!) (Streets!)
Kappa Mikey
(Hey!) (Look!) (Rock!) (Streets!)
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?

Hey! (Hey!) Look! (Look!)
Out in the streets!
Don't you see that man is Kappa Mikey?