Deadman refers to six artists:

1) A Japanese band
2) A band from … Read Full Bio ↴Deadman refers to six artists:

1) A Japanese band
2) A band from Texas
3) Another one from Northern Ireland
4) A black metal band from Italy
5) An indie-rock power trio from Madrid, Spain
6) Hardcore techno DJ who is part of Core-tex Labs. He is also known as Zip le Robot.

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1) deadman formed in Nagoya at the end of 2000 out of remnants of Lamiel and kein, two closely-knit bands at the forefront of the Nagoya visual kei scene. Mako (vocals), aie (guitar), and yukino (bass), all formerly of kein teamed with Toki (ex.Lamiel) for the original lineup.

Soon after their first CD release, yukino left to start his own band, and soon after Takamasa joined as their new bass player. not until 2005 did the lineup change again, when Takamasa left and Kazuya joined, completing the final incarnation of the band.

Their music is influenced by various sources, blending Japanese and western styles. They have often been compared to MERRY GO ROUND (well-known in the mid-90's Nagoya scene) and generally to the western grunge style of the early 90's deadman ended their activities as a band in mid-2006. It is unknown whether or not they will work together as deadman again.

2) Steven and Sherilyn Collins, the Texas pair otherwise known as Deadman formed in 2001. www.myspace.com/deadman

3) A duo from Northern Ireland. They use traditional rock band instruments and modern technology to make their music.

5) Although based in Spain, Deadman is an expat band, comprising 2 Englishmen and a powerful Peruvian drummer. Influences are many and diverse - ranging from the darkness of Bauhaus to Ash's ingenuity and the dirty punk of the Pixies. A contagious rhythm section, hypnotic guitar solos and deeply personal lyrics. Deadman write and perform somber, powerful songs, full of barely contained rage. They create a pathway to an abyss full of melancholy and intensity. Deadman is a journey to unknown shores - that at the same time seem very familiar. Deadman can be found at http://www.deadman.es

rip roll soil
Deadman Lyrics

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Silent garden kudaranai ideology

Silent garden kudaranai ideology

Jiyuu no dorei byoudou no dorei

Kasumetoru zogai shishou riyou suru democracy

Tanki warai otoshiire yogensha no mure

Silent garden unzari da ideology

Silent garden unzari da ideology

Ikusei no dorei douka no dorei

Fuminijiru shiitageru tsukeireru democracy

Keotoshi warai tsurushiage hiretsu sha no mure

Muda na mono dake gomi ga afureteru

Omaera ni wa narenai

Silent garden genkai da ideology

Silent garden genkai da ideology

Bunmei no dorei shinka no dorei

Kyoumei shi zoushoku shi joushiki ni naru democracy

Jibun sae miushinau mayoigo no mure

Muda na mono dake gomi ga afureteru

Omaera ni wa narenai

Mune no oku made gomi ga afureteru

Omaera ni wa narenai

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Rip Roll Soil" by Deadman's Song express the frustration and disillusionment with society's values and ideologies. The repetitive chorus of "Silent garden kudaranai ideology" (meaning "stupid ideology in a silent garden") highlights this sentiment. The line "Jiyuu no dorei byoudou no dorei" (meaning "free slaves, equal slaves") speaks to the lack of true freedom in modern society, where people may have the appearance of choice but are still constrained by societal norms and expectations.

The lyrics go on to criticize the government and politics in Japan, specifically referencing the "Kasumetoru zogai shishou riyou suru democracy" (meaning "hazy finance minister using democracy for his own benefit") and the "Fuminijiru shiitageru tsukeireru democracy" (meaning "stepping on the oppressed, crushing and breaking them, democracy"). This critique continues with lines such as "Bunmei no dorei shinka no dorei" (meaning "slaves of civilization, slaves of progress").

Overall, "Rip Roll Soil" presents a bleak picture of society, where individuals are trapped in a system that does not benefit them and, in fact, only creates waste and despair. The repeated refrain of "omaera ni wa narenai" (meaning "you can't become like us") suggests a sense of hopelessness and resignation to this reality.

Line by Line Meaning

Silent garden kudaranai ideology
A worthless ideology in a silent and stagnant environment

Jiyuu no dorei byoudou no dorei
The slaves of freedom and equality

Kasumetoru zogai shishou riyou suru democracy
A democracy that manipulates and controls its own citizens' senses

Tanki warai otoshiire yogensha no mure
A group of prophets who laugh at the transient nature of life

Silent garden unzari da ideology
An annoying ideology in a silent and unexciting environment

Ikusei no dorei douka no dorei
The slaves of cultivation and harmony

Fuminijiru shiitageru tsukeireru democracy
A democracy that is oppressive, smothering, and suffocating

Keotoshi warai tsurushiage hiretsu sha no mure
A group of fanatics who laugh at the collapse of the hierarchy

Muda na mono dake gomi ga afureteru
A worthless waste overflowing with garbage

Omaera ni wa narenai
You cannot understand

Silent garden genkai da ideology
An ideological limitation in a silent and restricted environment