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.

Zenith
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics

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There's no someday
Don't postpone
Ain't no sunshine
Don't you frown
Forepassed portraits
On my wall
Tell me something
No one knows

Dive into sky
It's a leap into nowhere
Dive into shives
In the dream we will forget
Baby,I would pick up
all the pains
Maybe I would walk out
in the rain
Crying like an injured wolf
There's no someday
Don't postpone
Ain't no sunshine
Don't you frown
Forepassed portraits
On my wall
Tell me something
No one knows
Dive into sky
It's a leap into nowhere
Dive into shives
In the dream we will forget
Baby,I would pick up
all the pains
Maybe I would walk out
in the rain
Crying like an injured wolf

Dive into sky
Dive into shives
Dive into sky
It's a leap into nowhere
Dive into shives
In the dream we will forget

Dive, Sky, Shive, Crying,
Dive, Sky, Shive, Tonight...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of BEAT CRUSADERS' song "Zenith" convey a sense of urgency and a call to live in the present moment. The repetition of phrases like "There's no someday, don't postpone" and "Ain't no sunshine, don't you frown" emphasizes the importance of not waiting for the future and not letting negativity cloud one's outlook. The mention of "forepassed portraits on my wall" could be a reference to past memories or regrets, reminding the listener to focus on the present instead.

The lines "Dive into sky, it's a leap into nowhere" and "Dive into shives in the dream we will forget" suggest a willingness to take risks and explore the unknown. The idea of diving into the sky implies a desire to break free from limitations and expectations. The mention of picking up pains and walking out in the rain while crying reflects a sense of vulnerability and emotional release. The repetition of "Dive into sky, Dive into shives" reinforces the idea of embracing life's uncertainties and letting go of past burdens.

Overall, "Zenith" encourages listeners to seize the moment, let go of the past, and embrace the unknown with a sense of courage and openness.

Line by Line Meaning

There's no someday
The concept of a future date where things will happen does not exist

Don't postpone
Do not delay or put off what needs to be done

Ain't no sunshine
There is no brightness or positivity

Don't you frown
Do not show sadness or disappointment

Forepassed portraits
Memories and experiences from the past portrayed on the wall

On my wall
Displayed prominently and constantly visible to me

Tell me something
Share with me something new or unknown

No one knows
No other person is aware or has knowledge of it

Dive into sky
Immerse myself fully into the vastness of possibilities and opportunities

It's a leap into nowhere
Taking a risk without any specific destination or certainty of outcome