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.
Good As Gold
Bleach Lyrics
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You're welcome to come and make your place
This eclipse petitions on my weak lips
And I'm looking for clearing in this haze
I'll take it as it comes
I'll chance it all because
The one thing that I'll always hold
Is my only reason is good as gold
The one thing that I know
The one thing that I'll always hold
Is my only reason is good as gold
Sweetness bitter change to weakness
And I'm raising my eyes above the swells
Sweetness oh the sweetness
And I'm raising my eyes up to the hills
I'll take it as it comes
I'll chance it all because
The one thing that I know
The one thing that I'll always hold
Is my only reason is good as gold
The one thing that I know
The one thing that I'll always hold
Is my only reason is good as gold
Good as gold
Is good as gold
When I'm up
And when I'm low
The lyrics of Bleach's song, Good As Gold, are filled with themes of hope and strength in the midst of struggle. The song opens with a call to the sun to shine and clear away the haze that has settled over the singer's life. He acknowledges his weakness and seeks clarity, looking for a way to move forward.
Despite these struggles, the singer is determined to take things as they come and to chance it all. He recognizes that the one thing he can always hold onto is his reasons for doing what he does - the things that are "good as gold." These motivations give him the strength to carry on even when things get difficult.
The second verse introduces the idea of sweetness turning to weakness, a metaphor for the way that good things in life can sometimes lead to downfall. Nevertheless, the singer chooses to look up to the hills and hold onto his reasons, his motivations, and his strength in the midst of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunshine come and do your shining
The singer welcomes the sun to come out and shine, providing light in his life
You're welcome to come and make your place
The sun is invited to take up its rightful place in the sky, providing warmth and energy
This eclipse petitions on my weak lips
The singer feels like he is in darkness and can't find the words to express himself
And I'm looking for clearing in this haze
He is searching for clarity and light in the midst of confusion and uncertainty
I'll take it as it comes
The artist will accept whatever life throws his way without resistance or complaint
I'll chance it all because
He is willing to take risks and face the unknown because he trusts in his own abilities
The one thing that I know
Despite all the uncertainty, the singer is sure of one thing
The one thing that I'll always hold
That one thing is precious to him and he will never let it go
Is my only reason is good as gold
His reason for doing what he does is valuable and unchanging, like gold
Sweetness bitter change to weakness
Things that once brought him joy are now causing pain and weakness
And I'm raising my eyes above the swells
Despite the hardships, the singer is still hopeful and looking up towards better things
Sweetness oh the sweetness
He remembers the good times and longs for them to return
And I'm raising my eyes up to the hills
He is looking to the future with optimism, hoping for better days ahead
Good as gold
The phrase 'good as gold' represents something that is valuable and trustworthy
Is good as gold
The singer is reaffirming this idea, saying that his reason for living is just as valuable
When I'm up
The idea of something being valuable applies during the good times
And when I'm low
But it is also valuable during the bad times, when it provides hope and motivation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL FORD, KELLEN WENRICH, MICHAEL HARRIS, BRETT MOORE, BEN FORD, JOHNATHAN RICE, KEVIN AUGUNAS, BRIAN FENNELL
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