After releasing their first single in 2012, BRIDEAR has been unrelenting. Performing across Japan, the band developed a dedicated following which continued to grow with their first EP Overturn the Doom, and the follow up hit single and popular music video “Light in the Dark.” International audiences soon discovered the video online creating a massive buzz and passionate global hard rock/metal audience.
Following the 2016 release of their first full-length album BARYTE, the group continued to perform across their home country gaining a reputation for excellent musicianship and engaging live performances. In 2017, BRIDEAR performed in Europe for the first time and appeared at major conventions such as Mondocon in Budapest, Hungry and Made in Asia in Brussels, Belgium supporting their EP HELIX. Having performed in 11 countries, BRIDEAR has worked to build their fan base in the West while becoming a major label act in Japan, attracting AVEX TRAX for their 2019 album Expose Your Emotions. On October 5th 2019, BRIDEAR performed in London at METAL MATSURI, the first all J-metal festival outside of Japan, with a stunning set winning more international fans and gaining press attention in their home country for the memorable performance.
In early 2021, BRIDEAR joined UK-based label SETSUZOKU RECORDS. The band's latest album, Bloody Bride, was BRIDEAR's first official international release. The album recieved incredible reviews from international music media, and drew the attention of such publications as Metal Hammer and Guitar Player magazine. In September 2021, The epic 8-minute prog masterpeice 'Brave New World Revisited' was then released as a digital single, encapuslating the band's incredible versatility and technical wizardry.
In September 2021, BRIDEAR became the first artist from Japan to tour internationally since the onset of the global COVID-19 situation. The tour was a triumphant return to the international stage displaying the band's bravery and will to overcome the odds and reclaim live music in a 'Brave New World'.
May 2022 will see the international release of the brand-new album Aegis of Athena—a blistering 11-track opus perfectly blending traditional heavy metal, progressive arrangements, and addictive J-rock hooks. With ambitions at an all-time high, BRIDEAR is set to further their international reach in 2022 and beyond.
Current lineup:
Vo.KIMI
Ba.晴琉（HARU）
Gt. MOE
Gt. Ayumi
Dr. Natsumi
Former members:
Gt.美彩季 (MISAKI) - on Hiatus as of July 2022
Gt.美弦（MITSURU）
Gt.Misa
Dr.KAI
Scream
BRIDEAR Lyrics
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Let's go on a rampage tonight.
Forget everything!
Live it up, yeah!
Sing from the bottom of your heart.
It's a waste to think of nasty things.
I will take you high this time.
And make the sorrow go away.
Then, I'd be able to feel much better.
In my head I know, but I can't forget you.
You always used to be by my side.
Never thought it would end.
Was I wrong?
Did I hurt you?
Now only sorrow remains.
"Don't leave me..."
Let's drink the night away.
Forget everything!
Live it up yeah!
Shout from the bottom of your heart.
It's a waste to think of nasty things.
I will take you high this time.
Burn the memories!
And make the sorrow go away.
Then, I'd be able to feel much better.
In my head I know but I can't forget you.
Being apart I can't help thinking of you.
Why did this happen to us?
I'll always be with you.
So I don't say goodbye.
"Don't leave me..."
I finally realized, it means so much to have you by my side.
I don't need anything but you.
I have a lot to tell you.
Will you stay away forever.
Was I wrong?
Did I hurt you?
Now only sorrow remains.
The lyrics of BRIDEAR's song "Scream" talk about forgetting the past and living in the present. The song encourages the listener to let go of nasty thoughts and memories, and scream from the bottom of their heart. The singer promises to take the listener high and make the sorrow go away. However, amidst all the revelry, the singer is unable to forget the person she was once close to. She wonders why things went wrong and admits to hurting the other person. The song ends with the singer realizing the importance of having the other person in her life and expressing a desire to make amends.
Line by Line Meaning
Go!!!
An enthusiastic and energetic encouragement to start and enjoy the night.
Let's go on a rampage tonight.
Let's have a wild and reckless night, breaking free from any inhibitions or worries.
Forget everything!
Abandon all thoughts and concerns and just focus on having fun.
Live it up, yeah!
Fully embrace the experience, enjoying it to the fullest extent.
Sing from the bottom of your heart.
Sing with true passion and emotion, giving it your all.
It's a waste to think of nasty things.
Don't dwell on negative or unpleasant thoughts, as it will only ruin the mood and atmosphere.
I will take you high this time.
I will make sure that you have an amazing and unforgettable experience.
Burn the memories!
Forget about any bad memories or experiences, and replace them with great ones.
And make the sorrow go away.
Erase any sad or negative feelings, and replace them with happiness and excitement.
Then, I'd be able to feel much better.
By doing this, I will feel much better and happier too.
In my head I know, but I can't forget you.
Although I know that we should move on, I still can't forget about you and the past we shared.
You always used to be by my side.
You were always there for me, and I never imagined a life without you.
Never thought it would end.
I never imagined that our relationship would come to an end.
Was I wrong?
Did I make a mistake or do something wrong that led to our breakup?
Did I hurt you?
Did I cause you pain or distress that led to our breakup?
Now only sorrow remains.
Now that we're apart, sadness is all that's left for me.
"Don't leave me..."
A desperate plea to the person that the singer has lost, begging them not to leave forever.
Let's drink the night away.
Let's indulge in alcohol and party all night long.
Shout from the bottom of your heart.
Express your feelings with fervor and intensity, without holding back.
Being apart I can't help thinking of you.
Even though we're not together anymore, I can't stop thinking about you and our past.
Why did this happen to us?
A rhetorical question, wondering why things didn't work out between them despite the love they shared.
I'll always be with you.
A promise that, even though they're apart, their memories together will remain and the singer will always hold their past love in their heart.
So I don't say goodbye.
Despite everything, the singer isn't ready to say goodbye to their past and their love for the other person.
I finally realized, it means so much to have you by my side.
After losing the other person, the singer has come to understand how much they meant to them and how important they were in their life.
I don't need anything but you.
Despite all the distractions and excitement of the night, the only thing the singer truly wants and needs is their lost love back by their side.
I have a lot to tell you.
There are still so many things that the singer wants to communicate to the other person, but can no longer do so.
Will you stay away forever.
A plea to the other person, wondering if they'll be gone forever and if there's any chance for their love to be rekindled.
Contributed by Alyssa N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.