His earliest work was a designer for SNK, working only on one game. The game was the cult historical fighter, The Last Blade.
Daisuke Ishiwatari is also noted as being a skilled composer in the metal and rock genres. His songs, found in his signature series, Guilty Gear, feature no lyrics, but intricate guitar work. The albums Guilty Gear XX in LA and Guilty Gear XX in NY include vocals for selected songs, as do three albums in Japanese by the band Lapis Lazuli.
Bullet Dance
Daisuke Ishiwatari Lyrics
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The darkness that arrives without making a sole sound
Shaking, I embrace myself
Hoping no one would know.
My own reflection appears
in the mirror and I stare at it.
for the sake of protecting that person's tomorrow
With these blue hands I shall grab his hand
Sky, I'll search for a way not to shed tears
Thus far, I believed my thoughts were locked heavily… Always.
I open the lid of my memories to find it empty
Loneliness always by my side
Love so Blue
it is frozen in the descending snow,
I definitely believe flowers will always bloom
Cry, because there's only one way.
I go on, to find my true answer…
The justice of the world, the power of the Azure, I stare at it with these eyes
Who am I? Who are you?
You're not me.
Then, who am I?
Besides going on, there are things I want to protect
I have nothing else, but the things precious to me.
LOVE SO BLUE
For the sake of protecting that person's tomorrow
With these blue hands I shall reach his hand
SKY, I'll Search for a way not to shed tears.
With this white gun, I leave everything behind
To the start of that future that guides me Ha Ah
The lyrics to Daisuke Ishiwatari's song "Bullet Dance" are a contemplation of a character's identity and their place in the world. The opening lines speak of being born alone in an endless world, creating a sense of isolation that permeates through the rest of the song. The darkness that arrives without making a sound represents the character's struggle with their inner demons and the fear of being vulnerable.
Throughout the song, the character grapples with their own identity and sense of purpose. They try to protect someone they love with these "blue hands," seeking a way not to shed tears. The chorus repeats "Love so Blue" with conviction, representing the character's determination and devotion to their loved one.
The second verse speaks of the empty memories and the loneliness that always accompanies the character. They believe that love can persevere through the toughest times, even amidst the descending snow. They cry because there's only one way to truly move forward: to find their true answer and purpose.
The song concludes with the character reflecting on their journey thus far, realizing that what they want to protect are the things that are precious to them. They leave everything behind with a white gun and head towards the future that guides them.
Overall, the lyrics to "Bullet Dance" explore themes of isolation, identity, and the pursuit of purpose. They remind us that even amidst the darkness, love can guide and sustain us.
Line by Line Meaning
Born alone in this endless world…
I came into this world by myself and will leave it the same way. There is no end in sight and it seems never-ending.
The darkness that arrives without making a sole sound
I am haunted by the dark and it fills me with fear. It creeps up on me without warning and takes me over.
Shaking, I embrace myself
I am scared and want to be comforted so I hold myself tight in my arms.
Hoping no one would know.
I am afraid that others will see my fear and weakness, so I hide it and hope no one will notice.
My own reflection appears in the mirror and I stare at it.
When I look at myself in the mirror, I see a person filled with pain and sadness. I am forced to confront this image of myself.
Love so Blue for the sake of protecting that person's tomorrow
I have a deep blue love for someone who is special to me, and I will do anything to ensure their future is protected and bright.
With these blue hands I shall grab his hand
I will use my hands to reach out to my loved one and help guide them through life's struggles.
Sky, I'll search for a way not to shed tears
I will look up to the sky and seek guidance on how to stay strong and not cry when faced with sadness.
Thus far, I believed my thoughts were locked heavily… Always.
Up until now, I have felt trapped and weighed down by my own heavy thoughts, and this has been a constant burden on me.
I open the lid of my memories to find it empty
When I look back on my past experiences, I realize that I am left with nothing but emptiness and loneliness.
Loneliness always by my side
I feel lonely all the time, even when I am surrounded by others. It is always with me, nagging at me.
It is frozen in the descending snow,
My love is cold and frozen, like the snow that falls from the sky.
I definitely believe flowers will always bloom
Despite the cold and the snow, I believe that beauty will always find a way to shine through.
Cry, because there's only one way.
Sometimes, crying is the only way to express the pain and heartache that we feel. It is okay to give in and let it out.
I go on, to find my true answer…
I will keep pushing forward and seeking my own personal truth, no matter how hard it may be to find.
The justice of the world, the power of the Azure, I stare at it with these eyes
I am confronted by the harsh realities of the world and the idea of justice, and I cannot look away.
Who am I? Who are you?
I am lost and confused about my identity and my place in the world. I am searching for answers.
You're not me.
I am different from other people and cannot be defined by what others believe or say about me.
Then, who am I?
I am trying to figure out who I am and what my purpose is in this life.
Besides going on, there are things I want to protect
Even though I am struggling, I have things that I care about deeply and want to keep safe from harm.
I have nothing else, but the things precious to me.
The only things that truly matter to me are the ones that I hold dear in my heart, and I will protect them at all costs.
With this white gun, I leave everything behind
I am willing to put everything on the line, and even leave behind my own life, in order to protect the things that are most important to me.
To the start of that future that guides me Ha Ah
I am looking towards the future and hoping that it will guide me towards a better life, filled with happiness and joy.
Contributed by Lucas F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.