1. Bleach (UK)
The British shoegaze band Bleach was formed in Ipswich in 1989 by brothers Neil (guitar) and Nick Singleton (bass) together with former Anglian TV researcher Salli Carson (vocals) and drummer Steve Scott. Between 1990 and 1993 the band produced two EPs, a mini-album and two full length albums, plus several singles. There was also a compilation album of singles.
Bleach were often described as being at the forefront of the so-called ‘shoegazing’ scene, but despite critical acclaim never managed to achieve the popularity of bands like Curve, Ride and Slowdive. Bleach’s music is actually very varied, encompassing hard-edged psychedelia, grunge, neo-funk and mellow, almost pastoral Cocteau Twins style dreamscapes.
2. Bleach (JP)
Bleach (alternatively called Bleach03 or Bleachmobile) was an all-female punk trio from Okinawa, Japan. The members included, Kanna on guitar and vocals, Miya on bass and Sayuri on drums. Kanna was the primary lyricist. Citing artistic differences, Bleach disbanded on June 10, 2009, less than a month before the release of their final album "bleach stone."
Several early singles were released prior to their first full length, "Kibaku-Zai" (Triggering Device), which was released in 2000. In 2001, the band released three EPs including "Hadaka No Jo" (Naked Queen) to a growing audience. In 2003, Bleach released the EP "Canary Teikoku No Gyakushu" (Canary Empire Strikes Back) and, later that year, a full-length entitled "Bleach." In 2003, due to a growing audience outside of Japan, a UK label released "Three Girls From Okinawa," which consists of "Naked Queen" and three cuts from the earlier "Triggering Device." In 2007, to the delight of their growing fan base, Bleach released "The Head That Controls Both Right And Left Sides Eats Meats And Slobbers Even Today."
3. Bleach (US)
Bleach is a Nashville-based Christian rock band that formed at Kentucky Christian University, in Grayson, Kentucky. Formed in 1995, Bleach originally went by the name Blueberry Muffin. They disbanded in 2004, but reformed in 2010.
In 1997 Bleach earned a Dove Award in the category of Modern Rock Recorded Song of the Year for their song "Epidermis Girl," which was released on their debut album Space.
In 2003 the members of Bleach announced that they were going to disband. After the announcement, the band said goodbye to their fans in the form of a farewell tour, which was followed by the final album Farewell Old Friends. Bleach's "last show" was performed on August 29, 2004, in Nashville, Tennessee, but on March 13, 2005, Bleach performed a reunion show to benefit the Aaron Marrs Memorial Fund. They also performed a reunion show at The O.C. Supertones's last show, which was held at Biola University on October 7, 2005.
Bleach's sound was often compared to Weezer or what is sometimes referred to as alternative or geek rock.
Country Western Star
Bleach Lyrics
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Song...A cowboy, his keyboard...A Country Western Star ~
That's not where I belong...No that's not where I belong...
Just a sad, sad song...Would be so wrong ~ I think that
Singin' is great...The melody is in place...But I can't
Play guitar ~ Be a country star...Be a country star...I
Could never be a country star...And leave without a trace ~
You dreamed you met Merle Haggard...A country superstar...
Far ~ Is that where you belong...Ask God where you belong...
In the end will they say..."He just sang country songs"?...
The lyrics to Bleach's song "Country Western Star" address the desire to be something that one might not necessarily be suited for. The singer expresses the idea that they wished they were Floyd Cramer, a country keyboardist, so that they could create and perform country western songs. However, they acknowledge that this is not where they truly belong, and it would be wrong to create music that is not authentic to their true self. Though they appreciate singing and have a melody in mind, playing the guitar and becoming a full-fledged country star is not something they can see themselves achieving. The song also poses a question of whether or not singing country music is the ultimate goal in life, or if there is something greater to strive for.
Overall, the lyrics convey the notion of self-reflection and finding one's true identity. The singer recognizes their limitations and acknowledges their strengths, indicating that they value authenticity and honesty in both themselves and others. The theme of the song can be applied to everyone in life, as we all sometimes wonder about what it would be like to be someone else or do something different, but ultimately, we need to find our true passion in life and pursue it relentlessly.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish that I was Floyd Cramer...I'd pound out a country Song...A cowboy, his keyboard...A Country Western Star ~
The singer wishes that they could play the piano like Floyd Cramer and create country music. They picture themselves as a cowboy playing their keyboard on stage and becoming a famous Country Western Star.
That's not where I belong...No that's not where I belong...Just a sad, sad song...Would be so wrong ~
Despite their desire to become a Country Western Star, they know deep down that it's not where they belong. They don't want to create sad music because it wouldn't feel authentic to them.
I think that Singin' is great...The melody is in place...But I can't Play guitar ~ Be a country star...Be a country star...I Could never be a country star...And leave without a trace ~
Although the singer enjoys singing and believes they have a good sense of melody, they cannot play the guitar, which they feel is necessary to become a Country Western Star. They don't want to become famous and then disappear without a trace.
You dreamed you met Merle Haggard...A country superstar...You shared the stage of Farm Aid...And dreamed of going Far ~ Is that where you belong...Ask God where you belong...In the end will they say...
The artist reflects on a dream they had where they met the Country Western star Merle Haggard and performed with him at Farm Aid. This dream makes them wonder if that's where they truly belong and prompts them to ask God for guidance.
"He just sang country songs"?...
The artist fears that in the end, people will dismiss them as just someone who sang country songs, without making a lasting impact in the world of music.
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