The current members are Masatoshi "Sho" Ono (vocals), Syu (guitar), Taka who replaced Yu-To in 2009 (bass), YUHKI (keyboard) and JUNICHI (drums.) Veterans of the heavy metal scene, they set to work assembling a band. Syu, known as guitarist for the indie heavy metal bands Valkyr, Animetal and SPINALCORD, where he also served as lead vocalist, and vocalist YAMA-B, who worked with bands Gunbridge and Rekion, originally were joined by keyboardist A (of Valkyr) and drummer Toshihiro Yui (Formerly of Honey Quest and Cemetary.) They soon were to recruit keyboardist Yuhki, of Ark Storm, and drummer Junichi Satoh. After Tsui left in 2006, they recruited yu-to of DELUHI. They were signed to VAP Records. Syu writes music for the band and contributed his deep, roaring vocals, while lead vocalist Yama-B contributes the songwriting, with lyrics and song titles in English. Galneryus has a dress style that borders on the style of visual kei, with medievally styled and leather dress, toting instruments with coloration to match,although recently they have set for a more casual style.
Galneryus' first album was the Rock opera styled Flag of Punishment. Through a few loosely tied songs, this album seems to tell the story of a revolution to gain freedom, and its victories and losses. The second album, Advance to the Fall seems to be more of a straightforward album, which doesn't tell a specific story, but rather tells a collection of smaller stories for the sake of standalone pieces. Cover art for both albums is that of Yoshitaka Amano, artist for the Final Fantasy series of video games.
In 2008, Vocalist YAMA-B left the band due to creative differences. Masatoshi Ono has been announced as the replacement.
Other former temporary members are Yoshinori Kataoka (keyboards), Yusuke (bass)
Official website: http://galneryusyumacher.com/
Official Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/galneryusworld
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Rise Up
Galneryus Lyrics
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I will get many chances To arm !
And I can change my fate with a keen insight
Because I have a good luck charm
Can you see ?
Burning like a fire It's my heart
The anger turns into my power
I always think "What is necessary ?"
Only wanna be the winner No harm !
There is a desire without mean blight
It's all right I'm always fine
Can you see ?
Burning like a fire It's my soul
The sorrow turns into my power
Keep looking for another world
Rise up !
Now you follow me to fight
My ambition swallows your life
And I promise to surprise you
The world is indiscreet
Can you follow me tonight
My ambition swallows your life
And I promise to attract you
Behold none can defeat no more
Do not forget the past in order to fight
I will get many chances To arm !
And I can change my fate with a keen insight
Because I have a good luck charm
Can you see ?
Burning like a fire It's my soul
The sorrow turns into my power
Keep looking for another world
Rise up !
Now you follow me to fight
My ambition swallows your life
And I promise to surprise you
The world is indiscreet
Can you follow me tonight
My ambition swallows your life
And I promise to attract you
Behold none can defeat no more
The lyrics of "Rise Up" by Galneryus convey a strong message of determination, perseverance, and resilience. The song encourages the listener to not forget their past experiences and mistakes, as they provide valuable lessons for the future battles and challenges they will face. The line "Do not forget the past in order to fight" emphasizes the importance of learning from past experiences in order to become stronger.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's belief in their own abilities to overcome obstacles and change their fate. They mention having a "keen insight" and a "good luck charm" that gives them the power to alter their destiny. This suggests that the singer believes in the power of their own intuition and positive mindset to shape their future.
The repeated line "Can you see? Burning like a fire, it's my heart/soul" symbolizes the intense passion and determination the singer possesses. This fire is described as both anger and sorrow, which are transformed into sources of power to fuel their ambitions and drive them forward. The lyrics emphasize the idea that obstacles and setbacks can be transformed into motivation and strength.
The chorus of the song, "Rise up! Now you follow me to fight", portrays the singer as a leader, urging others to join them in their fight. The ambition that "swallows your life" represents the singer's intensity and desire to succeed, promising to surprise and attract those who follow them. The lyrics suggest that the world can be ruthless and competitive, but by following the singer's lead, one can rise above the challenges and become unbeatable.
Overall, "Rise Up" is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to embrace their past, believe in their own abilities, and find strength in their passions and ambitions. It inspires individuals to rise above adversity and to lead others in the pursuit of their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Do not forget the past in order to fight
Remembering the past is essential for the upcoming battle
I will get many chances To arm !
I will have multiple opportunities to equip myself with what I need
And I can change my fate with a keen insight
Using a perceptive understanding, I have the power to alter my destiny
Because I have a good luck charm
Having a fortunate talisman grants me an advantage
Can you see ?
Are you able to perceive what is happening?
Burning like a fire It's my heart
My heart burns fiercely with passion
The anger turns into my power
My anger transforms into a source of strength
Keep looking for another world
Continuously search for a different realm
I always think "What is necessary ?"
I constantly ponder about what is truly required
Only wanna be the winner No harm !
I solely desire to be the victor without causing harm
There is a desire without mean blight
There exists an aspiration devoid of malicious influence
It's all right I'm always fine
Everything is in order, I always remain composed
Rise up !
Elevate yourself!
Now you follow me to fight
Now, join me in the battle
My ambition swallows your life
My determination consumes your existence
And I promise to surprise you
And I assure you that I will astonish you
The world is indiscreet
The world is full of indiscretions
Can you follow me tonight
Are you capable of accompanying me this evening?
My ambition swallows your life
My determination consumes your existence
And I promise to attract you
And I assure you that I will captivate you
Behold none can defeat no more
Witness how no one can overcome us anymore
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Syu, SHO, GALNERYUS, Yorimasa Hisatake
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