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.

Joker in the Crotch
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics

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My patience is not enough
To hide the tears
Outta here with my dear
My patience is not enough
To hide the tears
For my dear
My love is you
"It's alright, so giveaway

Your patience!"
"It's alright, so go and get out!"
"It's alright, so giveaway
Your patience!"
"It's alright, so go!"
How could my life go happy, girl?
No one's thinking about me
You don't know how you're lucky, girl?
No one's thinking about me
Beside me Beside me
Beside me Beside me
My patience is not enough to hide the tears
Outta here with my dear
My patience is not enough to hide the tears
For my dear my love is you
"It's alright, so give away your patience!"
"It's alright, so go and get out!"
"It's alright, so giveaway
Your patience!"
"It's alright, so go!"
How could my life go happy, girl?
No one's thinking about me
You don't know how you're lucky, girl?
No one's thinking about me

Beside me Beside me
Beside me Beside me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Joker in the Crotch" by BEAT CRUSADERS are about someone who is struggling to hide their emotions and tears, despite their efforts to do so. They are questioning the value of their life, feeling as though no one is thinking about them or considering their feelings. The repeated lines of "it's alright, so giveaway your patience" and "it's alright, so go and get out" is an encouragement to the person to let go of their struggles and move forward with their life, even if it means leaving certain people or situations behind.

The chorus of the song focuses on the person's love for someone, likely the "dear" mentioned earlier in the song. They are expressing their desire to be close to this person, to have them by their side so they can lean on each other during difficult times. The tone of the song is somewhat melancholic but hopeful, with the person acknowledging their struggles but also recognizing the potential for change and growth.

Overall, "Joker in the Crotch" is a song that speaks to the ups and downs of life, particularly when it comes to emotional turmoil and the need for support. It encourages the listener to let go of negative influences and focus on finding happiness in themselves and their relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

My patience is not enough
I am running out of patience

To hide the tears
I can't stop crying

Outta here with my dear
I am leaving with my loved one

My love is you
I love you

"It's alright, so giveaway Your patience!"
It's okay to lose patience

"It's alright, so go and get out!"
It's okay to leave

How could my life go happy, girl?
I can't be happy without you

No one's thinking about me
No one cares about me

You don't know how you're lucky, girl?
You don't realize how fortunate you are

Beside me Beside me
I want you to be by my side

My patience is not enough to hide the tears
I can't hold back my emotions anymore