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.
TONIGHT TONIGHT TONIGHT
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics
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It's dawning
I'm still alive
Turned on a radio
To start up new day
As goddamned D.J. Chattered
How to survive
Amazing news got over
Tonight,
Love is rationed
Tonight,
Across the nation
Tonight
Love reflects world wide
Almost another day
Woke up with yawning,
It's dawning
I'm still alive
Turned on a radio
To start up new day
As goddamned D.J. Chattered
How to survive
Amazing news got over
On that air wave
Tonight,
Love is rationed
Tonight,
Across the nation
Tonight
Love reflects world wide
Almost another day
Almost another day
She's a shooting star
Good-night
Good-night
She's a shooting star
Good-bye...
Tonight,
Love is rationed
Tonight,
Across the nation
Tonight
Love reflects world wide
Tonight,
Love is rationed
Tonight,
Across the nation
Tonight
Love reflects world wide
Almost another day
See you some other day
The lyrics to BEAT CRUSADERS' song TONIGHT TONIGHT TONIGHT convey a sense of waking up to a brand new day, while a radio DJ tries to inspire listeners to survive through the day. The singer appears to be filled with a sense of hope for the future as he hears the news and the reflection of love that echoes worldwide. The repetition of the words "tonight" and "almost another day" suggests the idea of passing time and seizing the moment to create positive change. The mention of the shooting star conveys the idea of hope, wishing upon a star, and saying goodbye to the past, with the hopes of making a new beginning.
The song expresses the importance of love and hope, as a means of creating a better future. The lyrics’ focus highlights the power of getting up and facing the day, even if things are tough. The DJ represents a voice of authority and encouragement, who tries to bring the listeners' spirits up, while the singer sings of the importance of finding love and joy amidst the chaos of everyday life. The repeated phrase "tonight" conveys a sense of urgency, emphasizing the need to take action and make the most of the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up with yawning,
I woke up with a yawn, feeling sluggish and tired.
It's dawning
The sun is beginning to rise.
I'm still alive
I am thankful for another day and the opportunity to live.
Turned on a radio
I start my day by turning on the radio.
To start up new day
To begin a new day with new opportunities.
As goddamned D.J. Chattered
The annoying radio host spoke over the music.
How to survive
The radio host gave tips on how to get through the day.
Amazing news got over
Exciting news was broadcasted.
On that air wave
Through the medium of radio.
Tonight, Love is rationed
Love is scarce and hard to come by tonight.
Tonight, Across the nation
This shortage of love affects everyone across the nation tonight.
Tonight, Love reflects world wide
The lack of love is felt all around the world tonight.
Almost another day
The day is almost over.
She's a shooting star
She is a rare and beautiful sight to see.
Good-night
It's time to say goodnight.
Good-night
It's time to say goodnight.
She's a shooting star
She is a rare and beautiful sight to see.
Good-bye...
It's time to say goodbye.
See you some other day
We'll meet again in the future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Beat Crusaders, Toru Hidaka
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