Originally a visual kei band, the band dropped that style around 2005 with the release of their fifth full-length album, Withering to death., however as of recently they have reacquired their visual kei aesthetic. Their musical style is difficult to determine; throughout their releases, they have played styles ranging from pop rock to extreme metal. Today, their style can be considered generally a version of alternative metal and avant-garde metal.
The band has been signed to FIREWALL DIV., a subdivision of Free-Will under Sony Music, for their entire career so far. However, their fifth full-length album, Withering to death., was the band's first to see distribution outside of Japan. It was released in Europe by GAN-SHIN and the United States by Warcon Enterprises. They're currently signed to Okami Records for European distribution and The End for United States distribution.
DIR EN GREY, in its earliest form, began as the band of vocalist 京 and drummer Shinya - 廃人黒薔薇族 (Haijin Kurobarazoku, "Invalid Black Rose Family"). Members and associates of this band formed La:Sadie's, which eventually included four of the band's five current members. La:Sadie's disbanded in January 1997. All but the bassist came back together to form Dir en grey. They recruited Toshiya, a bassist from Nagano and previously in the band D†L, and officially formed Dir en grey in February 1997.
In 1998, the band gained major attention by becoming the first indies band to have a single place in the top ten on Japan's Oricon music charts. After making their major debut in early 1999, they played a sold-out performance at Osakajo Hall on December 18, 1999. This remains one of the band's most memorable solo performances to date.
In 2002, the band's THE JAPANESE FXXKER FAMILY tour brought the band their first international performances. The tour took them to several countries in Asia, including China and South Korea. In Shanghai, fans became so excited that authorities attempted to cancel a planned second concert. The band and their management resisted, and the concert was played as scheduled.
The year 2005 was a very significant year in the band's history. Dir en grey played their first non-Asian shows in the spring and summer of that year. TOUR05 It withers and withers was the one that brought the band from Japan to Europe. The band played shows in three European countries - Belgium, France, and Germany. Two of these performances were MTV's Rock im Park and Rock am Ring festivals. Dir en grey also played a solo live concert in Germany on May 28 which sold 3,500 standing-room tickets to Berlin's Columbia Hall in approximately 6 weeks (also rumored as 3 days). The band's album Withering to death. reached #31 on the Official Finnish Album Chart, and the single "CLEVER SLEAZOID" reached #15 on its Singles Chart. These were the first times Dir en grey had placed on a non-Asian music chart.
Throughout 2009 and 2011, the band released a total of three singles that would later be added onto their 8th album (DUM SPIRO SPERO). These singles included 激しさと、この胸の中で絡み付いた灼熱の闇 (December 2nd, 2009), LOTUS (January 26, 2011), and DIFFERENT SENSE (June 22nd, 2011). On August 1st, the band had made an open letter on their Facebook page accusing the Japanese government of lying about the levels of radiation caused from the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. This led to the creation of the band's "Scream for the Truth" movement, which hoped to result in the correct numbers and truth from the government.
On August 3rd, 2011 the band released their 8th studio album DUM SPIRO SPERO (Latin; "While I breathe, I hope"). The material of this album was showcased on the tour of Age Quod Agis throughout Japan, and the Americas. In February of 2012, 京 (Kyo) was diagnosed with vocal nodule dysphonia. This lead to the withdrawal of the band's participation in the Still Reckless tour, and Kyo was required to have surgery performed on his throat.
The band celebrated their first album's (GAUZE) 15th anniversary of August 2014 with the Tour14 Psychonnect: Mode of "Gauze"? Japanese tour. The tour included their live performances of the songs featured on Gauze. On August 5th, Dir En Grey announced their 9th studio album, ARCHE, to be released December 10th, 2014. After its release, the band performed two tours: By the Grace of God and The Unstoppable life, which brought the band back to North America; the first time since 2011.
On 6 February 2016, it is officially announced that the band will release their new single, 詩踏み, on July 27, 2016. They performed tours called Tour16-17 From Depression To ________ mode of Vulgar, Tour16-17 From Depression To ________ mode of Dum Spiro Spero, and Tour16-17 From Depression To ________ mode of 鬼葬 from June to November 2016.
In 2017, the band did further tours themed around previous albums. They also covered Easy Make,Easy Mark by D'erlanger for the D'ERLANGER TRIBUTE ALBUM ～Stairway to Heaven～.
Another compilation album, VESTIGE OF SCRATCHES, was released on January 2, 2018. DIR EN GREY's twenty-ninth single 人間を被る was released on April 25, 2018. One of its B-sides is a remake of Ash, a song with origins as far back as 1997.
On June 29, 2018, DIR EN GREY announced that their tenth studio album The Insulated World was to be released on September 26, 2018. After its release, the band went on a European tour in October 2018, under the title "Wearing Human Skin".
DIR EN GREY's eleventh studio album, "Phalaris", was released on June 15th 2022. The band embarked on a Japanese tour in promotion called "TOUR22 PHALARIS -Vol.I.-".
Visit www.direngrey.co.jp for more information, and news.
The Domestic Fucker Family
DIR EN GREY Lyrics
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Fucker, fucker, radical fucker, trans psycho pleasure
Fucker, fucker, radical fucker, trans psycho pleasure
Fucker, fucker, Japanese fucker, thrash psycho family
Fucker, fucker, Japanese fucker, thrash psycho family
System M, system M, system M, sexist
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker family
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker family
スリルなゲームを始めようか Mr. Fucker M
ヤリタイ放題毒舌満開 Mr. Fucker M
放送禁止のリアルアイドル Mr. Fucker M
神的存在 stalinit の Mr. Fucker M
Fucker, fucker, domestic fucker, human psycho passion
Fucker, fucker, domestic fucker, human psycho passion
System M, system M, system M, sexist
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker family
The song "The Domestic Fucker Family" by DIR EN GREY is a satirical commentary on the twisted societal norms and expectations that exist in contemporary Japanese culture. The lyrics take on a sarcastic and cynical tone, addressing the themes of sex, power, and oppression that are prevalent in Japanese society. The song employs provocative language and imagery to illustrate the aggressive and misogynistic behavior of the characters that the band is criticizing.
The chorus of the song, with its repetitive refrain of "Fucker, fucker, radical fucker, trans psycho pleasure," represents the hedonistic and brutal nature of the characters whose stories the band is recounting. The verses focus on individual members of the "Domestic Fucker Family," including "Mr. Fucker M," a cult leader who preaches a message of violent sexual liberation, and "stalinit," an enigmatic figure who represents the fetishization of power and control.
Throughout the song, the band exposes the darker aspects of Japanese culture and society, including its gender inequalities and oppressive power structures. The song is a scathing critique of the forces that drive Japanese society, and a commentary on the need for radical change.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr.. Fucker show
This song is called The Domestic Fucker Family and is presented by Mr. Fucker.
Fucker, fucker, radical fucker, trans psycho pleasure
This family is radical, and derives pleasure from transgressive and violent behavior.
Fucker, fucker, Japanese fucker, thrash psycho family
Although they are based in Japan, they are a chaotic family that enjoys behaving in a violent manner.
System M, system M, system M, sexist
Their behavior is systemic, and they exhibit sexist traits.
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker family
This song is about a family who is radical, based in Japan, and engage in domestic violence.
スリルなゲームを始めようか Mr. Fucker M
This family enjoys playing thrill-seeking games, presented by Mr. Fucker.
ヤリタイ放題毒舌満開 Mr. Fucker M
They are highly critical of others and engage in unrestricted sexual behavior, presented by Mr. Fucker.
放送禁止のリアルアイドル Mr. Fucker M
Their behavior is so extreme that it would not be allowed to be broadcasted, making Mr. Fucker their idol.
神的存在 stalinit の Mr. Fucker M
Even though they exhibit such extreme behavior, they still perceive themselves as godlike, presented by Mr. Fucker.
Fucker, fucker, domestic fucker, human psycho passion
This family is made up of individuals who exhibit passion for engaging in domestic violence and other violent behaviors.
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker
Once again, this song emphasizes how this family is radical, based in Japan, and engage in domestic violence.
Radical fucker, Japanese fucker, domestic fucker family
This song is all about a family who is radical, based in Japan, and engage in domestic violence.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kyou
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Matt12orsomething Matt12oraomething
They should do a remake of this song
OMOS
incredible comment
OnSchoolyard
Haha naisu 2021 version
vespertine★彡
This aged well
m_ACG
The new jackets coming out recently - man, how could I comment on that. I don't really understand them now.
Matt12orsomething Matt12oraomething
@pingpong random diary thank you
katja
FOOTCHA
FOOTCHA
Before it’s Gone.
Tbh kyo should have wrote more music
Makin Bacon
The remake of this song brought me back! gotta say, I'm sticking with the remake, was never a big fan of this one
orenges
2:20