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
Pray
Bridear Lyrics
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They robbed our only hope of us
Their mistakes has ruin other people's life
Their careless behavior exploit that
Saremo ga despair kajiteru
Sachoe uwari ga mienakute mo
Tozasareta yomino nakademo
Nabashita teno sono sakini
Kimi ga atsukara
They only obay manual
They robbed our only hope of us
Their mistakes has ruin other people's life
Their careless behavior exploit that
Hateshinai toki no dakere mo
Tozasareta yomino nakademo
Nabashita teno sono sakini
Kimi ga atsukara
Kawaranai kono inorito
Kieru kotonai the bright in the dark
Nandodemo todokeru yo
Kimi ga irukara
Nando mo egaite ita
I stand by you again. Nakanaide
Kiseki ya yume nanka janaku
Kimi o momoru yo
Kawaranai kono inorito
Kieru kotonai the bright in the dark
Nandodemo todokeru yo
Kimi ga irukara
The lyrics of BRIDEAR's song "Pray" depict a sense of frustration and helplessness towards the actions of those in power. The lines "They only obey manual" and "Their careless behavior exploit that" suggest that those in control are only following strict guidelines and do not take into account the impact their actions have on others. The lyrics go on to describe the despair that is felt by the people affected by these actions, even if they cannot directly see the cause of their suffering. The chorus repeats the lines "Kawaranai kono inorito, Kieru kotonai the bright in the dark, Nandodemo todokeru yo, Kimi ga irukara" which can be translated to "This prayer will not change, the bright that will not disappear in the dark, I will deliver it to you, because you are here". The message of the song seems to be that even in times of despair, hope can be found in the presence and support of others.
The use of the word "manual" in the first line could be a reference to strict rules or regulations that those in power follow without taking into account individual circumstances. The use of the phrase "their mistakes has ruin other people's life" instead of "their mistakes have ruined other people's lives" could suggest that this is a translation from a non-native English speaker. The line "Saremo ga despair kajiteru" translates to "the people are feeling despair", which adds to the sense of hopelessness and desperation conveyed in the song. The use of the phrase "the bright in the dark" suggests that even in the darkest times, there is still a glimmer of hope.
Line by Line Meaning
They only obey manual
They follow the rigid rules without discretion
They robbed our only hope of us
They took away the one thing that gave us optimism
Their mistakes has ruin other people's life
Their errors have devastated the lives of others
Their careless behavior exploit that
Their reckless conduct benefits from this
Hateshinai toki no dakere mo
Even in the endless time
Tozasareta yomino nakademo
Even in the closed pages of the book
Nabashita teno sono sakini
Ahead of the extended hand
Kimi ga atsukara
You are there to warm it up
Kawaranai kono inorito
This unchanged prayer
Kieru kotonai the bright in the dark
The unerasable the bright in the dark
Nandodemo todokeru yo
We will deliver it many times
Kimi ga irukara
Because you are there
Nando mo egaite ita
I have drawn it many times
I stand by you again. Nakanaide
I stand by you again. Don't cry
Kiseki ya yume nanka janaku
It's not a miracle or a dream
Kimi o momoru yo
I will protect you
Contributed by Muhammad B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@casadeserena355
10 years! Crazy.
Just realize Kimi looks like early Axl
@DavidKAnderson
Dat hook...
This is a brilliant live song (and the album version is one of the best power metal songs I've heard in years).
@billys4689
Kai you are the best!!! I love the 80's style Miami Vice jacket! Freakin' Classic!!!!!!!
@barnabasbondor6118
LEGENDARY LEGENDARY LEGENDARY I LOVE THIS BAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@inpy
Love that band
@dakkoday3694
Such a un-discovered band by most of the World. Focus on being the best is so evident!
@urielmartinez4558
This band deserves much more attention!!! Band-maid??? C'mon!!! This girls are muche better musicians!!! 🔥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@prakashchandran7910
tiz gal's rocks....i love Bridear
@kevindavis2431
i just got my face melted by 5 japanese girls and i love it
@zhengzheng1988
good gawd that was damn amazing