Janne Da Arc (ジャンヌダルク) was a japanese rock band. They were able to mix an e… Read Full Bio ↴Janne Da Arc (ジャンヌダルク) was a japanese rock band. They were able to mix an edgy, crisp sound with catchy melodies－satisfying both hardcore rock/metal fans and those who prefer simple melody.

members :
Yasu (currently in Acid Black Cherry) as vocalist
ｙｏｕ on guitar
松本和之/DAMIJAW (Kazuyuki Matsumoto / ka-yu) on bass
ｋｉｙｏ on keyboards
shuji on drums

Osaka 1989. At the age of 14, Yasu and Ka-yu, who went to school together, decide to form a band. The two recruit Kiyo and Chiba. The formation is Yasu on vocals, Ka-yu on bass, Chiba on drums and Kiyo on keyboard. For unknown reasons, Ka-yu then leaves the band and is replaced by Ino. In 1990, the band is given the name Okyan Teiisu.

In 1991, you joins the group as the new guitarist. The name Janne Da Arc is now adopted, inspired by a character from the manga Violence Jack, created by Go Nagai.

Chiba leaves the group for several months in 1992, and Shuji becomes the backup drummer for the band until Chiba returns. In that same year, Ka-yu returns, and the group begins their time as an indies band in the Japanese rock scene, recording their first demo tape in November. Two more demo tapes follow in 1993 and 1994. In 1995, Chiba leaves the band for good and Shuji becomes the permanent drummer.

In 1997, the 4 song demo tape Resist is recorded. Starting in 1998, we see the bands first CD releases: a trio of mini albums. The releases started with Dearly, followed by a re-recorded version of Resist (with 2 new songs), and finally CHAOS MODE in March of 1999.

After the release of CHAOS MODE, 1999 also brought about a turning point in the history of Janne Da Arc. The band was finally signed to a major label, Avex Trax, and their debut single as a major group, RED ZONE was released that May. The band then embarks upon their first tour as a major group, CHAOS ZONE. 2000 brings their first major album, D.N.A..

From then on, they were a major player in the rock scene as one of the best selling bands.

On January 26, 2007 the band announced that Janne Da Arc would be put on hiatus and the band members would be working on their solo projects.

Blue Tear ～人魚の涙～
Janne Da Arc Lyrics

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エメラルドの海を自由に泳ぐ
君は Marmaid
miss Marmaid 綺麗だよ
コバルトブルーの色した長い髪
君は Marmaid
miss Marmaid 綺麗だよ
サファイアの瞳輝く白い肌
君は Marmaid

miss Marmaid 綺麗だよ
さんごの髪かざり
真珠のピアスは君だけのドレス
だけど君を抱きしめ
たくても届かない
それは海と大地と自然界の掟
僕の持つすべての
ものはもうおいてきた
今掟をやぶって魂をささげよう
果てしない青い海
すべてが僕の楽園となる
もう流すこともないよ青い涙
もう僕はここにいる
ここにいるよいつまでも
この海よりも深く愛してる

だけど君を抱きしめ
たくても届かない
それは海と大地と自然界の掟
僕の持つすべての
ものはもうおいてきた
今掟をやぶって魂をささげよう
果てしない青い海
すべてが僕の楽園となる
もう流すこともないよ青い涙
もう僕はここにいる
ここにいるよいつまでも
この海よりも深く愛してる
はるかなる青い海
すべてが君の楽園となる
もう流すこともないよ青い涙
You have Blue Tear
the only Blue Tear
the only Blue Tear

You don't have to cry
anymore Blue Tears forever

Overall Meaning

The song "Blue Tear ～人魚の涙～" by Janne Da Arc is a beautiful ballad about a mermaid. The lyrics describe a mermaid with long cobalt blue hair, shining sapphire eyes, and white skin that glows in the light. The chorus then speaks about the natural world's rules, which prevent anyone from embracing or possessing the mermaid. However, the singer is willing to break these rules and sacrifice their soul for love.

The verses also contain some imagery and metaphors that add more depth to the song. For instance, the coral hair ornament and pearl earrings are symbols of the mermaid's uniqueness, while the blue tear represents her sadness and longing. Additionally, the sea is portrayed as a paradise that belongs to both the mermaid and the singer. Overall, the song is about the beauty, mystery, and unattainability of love.

Line by Line Meaning

エメラルドの海を自由に泳ぐ
Swimming freely in the emerald sea

君は Marmaid
You are a mermaid

miss Marmaid 綺麗だよ
Miss mermaid, you're beautiful

コバルトブルーの色した長い髪
Long hair with cobalt blue color

サファイアの瞳輝く白い肌
Shining sapphire eyes and white skin

さんごの髪かざり
Coral hair ornament

真珠のピアスは君だけのドレス
Pearl earrings are your only dress

だけど君を抱きしめ
But I want to hold you

たくても届かない
Even though I can't reach you

それは海と大地と自然界の掟
It is the law of the sea, land, and nature

僕の持つすべての
Everything I possess