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
Another Name
Bridear Lyrics
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Koyoi mi ni matsuu na wa
Itsueri no another name
Yoru no neon ni kayuku
Josen tsukurimonode shika nai
Call my name
Anata dake wa nee
Shidaini kaga rohochite iku
Watashi no kokoro ni kidzuite
Nani ga hontou de
Nani ga usona no ka
Jibunde mo wakarana kunaru
I lost meaning of my life
Watashi to oboreteyo
Are you ready, tonight?
I hate myself for losing you
I want to escape from another name
Subete o sutete shimaitaku naru koto
Kore ijou nai itami o moeyou to suru
Yasashii himede sasayakanaide
I lost meaning of my life
Onegai, maowa sete
Are you ready, tonight?
I hate myself for losing you
I want to escape from another name
Kanashii koro ni
Sono hitomi ga setsunakute
Itsueri no hana o mata zeu
I hate myself for losing you
I want to escape from another name
Subete o sutete shimaitaku naru koto
Kore ijou nai itami o oboeyou to suro
Yasashii himede sasayakanaide
The song “Another Name” by BRIDEAR is a powerful and emotional expression of loss and regret. The lyrics evoke a sense of duality, playing on the idea of both light and darkness, as well as the concept of having both a true name and an alternate identity. The opening lines, “The bright and the dark / Koyoi mi ni matsuu na wa / Itsueri no another name / Yoru no neon ni kayuku” set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is struggling with the two opposing forces within herself, represented by the bright and dark.
The lyrics go on to describe the desire to be called by one's true name and the pain of feeling lost and uncertain. The line “I lost meaning of my life” speaks to the overwhelming feeling of not knowing who one is or where they belong. The chorus, “I hate myself for losing you / I want to escape from another name” reveals that the singer is mourning the loss of someone significant and cannot reconcile this loss with their sense of self. They want to escape from their alternate identity and return to who they truly are.
Overall, “Another Name” is a poignant and introspective song that tackles themes of identity, loss, and regret in a powerful and evocative way.
Line by Line Meaning
The bright and the dark
This line is a juxtaposition between the brightness and the darkness, which can symbolize the different aspects of life that one experiences.
Koyoi mi ni matsuu na wa
Tonight, I am waiting for something that will catch my eye, which could be an opportunity or a person that will bring meaning to my life.
Itsueri no another name
Refers to another way to describe the emptiness or feeling of not having a purpose in life. It is a name that represents a feeling of being lost.
Yoru no neon ni kayuku
The bright lights of the city at night can be overwhelming and intense, adding to the sense of being lost.
Josen tsukurimonode shika nai
There is nothing but what we create for ourselves, which highlights the importance of finding one's purpose in life.
Call my name
A plea to be recognized and noticed by someone who can give guidance or support.
Anata dake wa nee
There is only one person who can make a difference and help me in my journey, and it is you.
Hontou no na deonde hoshii no
Asking for the person to call out their true name, which represents their true identity and inner self, rather than a fake persona.
Shidaini kaga rohochite iku
Hoping to slowly get closer and find a connection with this person who can help bring meaning to life.
Watashi no kokoro ni kidzuite
Asking the person to realize and understand the emotional pain and emptiness experienced by the one who is lost.
Nani ga hontou de
Questioning what is true and what is not, trying to differentiate between authentic feelings and deceptive ones.
Nani ga usona no ka
Asking what is fake and what is real, as the feeling of being lost makes it hard to distinguish between the two.
Jibunde mo wakarana kunaru
Trying to understand and make sense of one's innermost feelings and emotions, which can be difficult when feeling lost.
I lost meaning of my life
The person has lost their sense of purpose or direction, and feels like their life has no meaning.
Watashi to oboreteyo
Reflecting on the feeling of being trapped, drowning in emotions and not being able to find a way out of the situation.
Are you ready, tonight?
Asking the person if they are willing and prepared to help the one who is feeling lost, to guide them towards finding their purpose in life.
I want to escape from another name
The person wishes to stop feeling lost and to escape from the sense of not having a purpose, which has been labeled as another name.
Subete o sutete shimaitaku naru koto
Feeling like they want to throw everything away and start anew, in hopes of finding a new purpose and meaning in life.
Kore ijou nai itami o moeyou to suru
The pain and emptiness felt is so intense that it feels like it's burning and all-consuming.
Yasashii himede sasayakanaide
Asking for the person not to speak in gentle whispers, as the one who is lost needs straightforward guidance and honesty.
Onegai, maowa sete
A plea to the person to please give guidance and support, as the one who is lost is struggling to find meaning in their life.
Kanashii koro ni
During times when feeling sad and lost, when it is more difficult to find a purpose in life.
Sono hitomi ga setsunakute
Referring to the pain that the person feels, while looking into that other person's eyes and hoping to find guidance.
Itsueri no hana o mata zeu
Hoping to start anew and find a new identity, one that is not labeled as just another name like before, to become who they want to be and find meaning in their life.
Contributed by Sydney K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.