The band’s foundation is built upon the expression of despair and hope. They describe their own music as “hard, electronic rock”, which incoporates and is influenced by several genres including but not limited to: industrial, metal, electronic, gothic rock, punk, and pop. Most songs have industrial and electronic based keyboards and heavy metal guitars and influences from pop music.
As of 2011, as well as internationally touring on several occasions, the quartet has released four studio albums, two best-of compilations, two EP's, 7 DVD's, 5 demo tapes and 14 singles. Due to vocalist HIZUMI’s ongoing throat condition, the band was on hiatus for six months. He planned to return once his condition would have been improved but in June 2011 D'espairsRay made the announcement that they had mutually decided to disband because HIZUMI'S condition was not improving.
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DEATH POINT
D'espairsRay Lyrics
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Turn the whole world against me?
Maybe, but not here
[Hey you, listen up]
You can't buy more time and so
Why live [why live] with hands bound tightly?
[Take the dive]
Do not just ask for help
But fight for yourself
Choose if you will follow
Your own path
Welcome to death point
Don't you ask for help
Stand, fight for yourself
With a life not your own, you're shallow, slowly dying
Death point...
Humans want, it's what we do
Anything to snag the prize
How far will you go?
[Can you hear me now?]
Some things you should never trade
Can you [can you] really sell your soul?
I would sooner die
[As for you]
Do not just ask for help
But fight for yourself
Choose if you will follow
Your own path
Welcome to death point
Don't you ask for help,
Stand, fight for yourself
With a life not your own, you're shallow, slowly dying
Death point...
Do not just ask for help
But fight for yourself
Choose if you will follow
Your own path
Welcome to death point
Don't you ask for help,
Stand, fight for yourself
With a life not your own, you're up next, soon to follow
[Stand by yourself]
Only two ways to go, live your life or die trying
Death point...
The song "Death Point" by D'espairsRay is about the choices we make in life and the consequences that come with them. The lyrics question who decided the rules and why they turn the world against the singer. Despite this, the singer refuses to live with their hands bound tightly and urges the listener to cut the ropes and live free. The chorus emphasizes the importance of fighting for oneself rather than relying on others for help. The lyrics end with a warning that there are only two ways to go in life: live it fully or die trying.
One interesting fact about "Death Point" is that it was released as the B-side of D'espairsRay's single "Squall" in 2006. Despite this, it has become one of their most popular songs and is often included in their live sets. Another fact is that the song was written by the band's drummer, Tsukasa. The song's music video features the band playing the song in a dark, industrial setting. The members of D'espairsRay were known for their unique visual style, which often incorporated elements of goth and Japanese street fashion.
Line by Line Meaning
All these rules, who decided?
Who decided to set these standards that confine our lives?
Turn the whole world against me?
Is this all part of someone's plan to make me feel isolated and alone?
Maybe, but not here
This place is different, it's where I can be myself and not be limited by existing rules and constraints.
You can't buy more time and so
No amount of money can buy extra time in this life, so why waste it?
Why live [why live] with hands bound tightly?
Why accept a life of limitations when you can break free and live without restraint?
Cut the ropes and live free
Break free from the confines that limit your life and live without restraint.
Do not just ask for help
Don't rely solely on the aid of others without also fighting to help yourself.
But fight for yourself
It's important to take ownership of your life and strive to achieve your own goals and aspirations.
Choose if you will follow
It's up to you to decide if you want to conform to society's expectations or chart your own course.
Your own path
Follow where your heart leads and take control of your destiny.
Welcome to death point
Acceptance of reality that life can be tough and may require sacrifices, choices, and battling with oneself.
Don't you ask for help
Don't be solely dependent on others but work to overcome your own problems by yourself.
Stand, fight for yourself
Take a stand and own your life and the choices you make, even when it's difficult.
With a life not your own, you're shallow, slowly dying
When you don't have full control of your own life, you aren't living to your fullest potential and are slowly wasting away.
Humans want, it's what we do
As humans, we have an innate desire for more and better things in life.
Anything to snag the prize
We'll do whatever it takes to get what we want, even if it means sacrificing morals or ethics.
How far will you go?
To what lengths are you willing to go to achieve what you want in life?
Some things you should never trade
There are certain things in life that are invaluable and should never be given up or sacrificed for any reason.
Can you [can you] really sell your soul?
Is it worth sacrificing your integrity and values for material success or recognition?
I would sooner die
I would rather die than give up my morals and values for temporary gain.
With a life not your own, you're up next, soon to follow
When you don't live your own life, you're just going through the motions and eventually, your time will come to an end.
Only two ways to go, live your life or die trying
There are only two options: either take control of your life and live it to the fullest or embark on a relentless pursuit of a better life until the very end.
Death point...
The realization that life is fragile and fleeting and that it requires taking a stand, fighting for oneself, and making the most of it while it lasts.
Contributed by Grayson T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.