KAT-TUN are a Japanese pop/rock groupformed under Johnny & Associates in 20… Read Full Bio ↴KAT-TUN are a Japanese pop/rock groupformed under Johnny & Associates in 2001 in Tokyo, Japan and signed to J-One Records, their own exclusive record label under J Storm, Inc., in 2006. The group consists of Kazuya Kamenashi (亀梨和也), Tatsuya Ueda (上田竜也) and Yuichi Nakamaru (中丸雄一). Their name is derived from the first letter of the members' family surnames. The pronunciation is supposedly close to the English word "cartoon" (or kah-toon). Former member Jin Akanishi (赤西仁) left KAT-TUN in 2010. Koki Tanaka (田中聖) was removed from KAT-TUN in 2013 because the agency decided to end his contract due to some violations to the reglament. Junnosuke Taguchi (田口淳之介), left KAT-TUN in 2016 due to personal circumstances.

The group officially debuted on March 22, 2006 with a tripartite release of their debut album ("Best of KAT-TUN"), single ("Real Face") and DVD ("Real Face Film"), all of which topped the corresponding Oricon charts upon its release. "Real Face" went on to sell over a million copies by the end of the year and was named Japan's best-selling single of 2006. As of 2010, all of the group's releases (5 studio albums, 13 singles and 9 DVDs) have reached number one on the Oricon charts consecutively, making them only the third artist in Japanese music history to achieve this feat, after fellow Johnny's groups NEWS and KinKi Kids.
After Taguchi's departure, the group underwent for a "recharging period" of two years right after their 10th anniversary concert "10ks" endend. After two years the group came back releasing a new single "Ask Yourself"

Fire and Ice
KAT-TUN Lyrics

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そうI'VE DECIDED もう戻らない
LET ME SAY GOODBYE この誓いひとつで旅立ったあの日

誰も果てぬ空宿す炎は揺れて凍てついてく時代(とき)に抗ってSHINE

GOTTA KEEP ON FIGHTING FOR MY GLORY
どんな困難待ち受けても突き進む勇気秘めて
例え絶対零度の現実も BURN IT DOWN HARDER さあ在るがまま

鼓動の限り燃やせFIRE and ICE

またCRY FOR THE TRUTH ひと筋の
今A TEAR GOES BY 頬を伝ってくそれが情熱なら…

凍える孤独たち強くこの手に抱いて囚われてた過去を越えてゆけLIFE

GOTTA KEEP ON PUSHING, MY WAY未来へ
何度だって立ち向かうから運命(さだめ)すべて引き裂け
何もかも光りはじめるさ SPARKING MOMENT もう畏れずに
願いを翳(かざ)せ TOMORROW NEVER DIES

揺れる心へただ炎を灯せ凍てついてく時代(とき)に抗ってSHINE

GOTTA KEEP ON FIGHTING FOR MY GLORY
どんな困難待ち受けても突き進む勇気秘めて
例え絶対零度の現実も BURN IT DOWN HARDER さあ在るがまま
鼓動の限り燃やせFIRE and ICE

TOMORROW NEVER DIES 燃やせFIRE and ICE

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of KAT-TUN's song FIRE and ICE speaks about determination, perseverance, and the willingness to overcome any obstacle. The first two lines express the singer's decision to move forward and never return to the past. It speaks of a promise made to oneself during one's departure. The next line mentions the struggle against time, which sometimes freezes the flame burning in our hearts. However, the song encourages listeners to continue fighting and shining brightly despite the challenges they face.

The chorus further emphasizes the need to keep fighting for one's glory and the courage to face any difficulties that may come along. The lyrics mention that no matter how cold the present reality is, one must burn it down harder to move forward. It urges listeners to never stop fighting, to keep pushing their way towards the future, standing up against their fate, ripping apart everything that holds them back. It speaks of how, in due course, everything around them will begin to glow, and they should embrace the moment without fear or dread.

The song, in general, is an uplifting, motivational track, encouraging listeners to persevere and embrace every moment, to keep fighting no matter what comes their way. The lyrics highlight the importance of finding that inner spark, igniting it to burn brighter, and shining through the darkness. The song's up-tempo beats and energetic vocals add to the positive, encouraging theme, making it a great song to listen to when one needs inspiration and motivation.

Line by Line Meaning

そうI'VE DECIDED もう戻らない
I have made up my mind and I won't go back

LET ME SAY GOODBYE この誓いひとつで旅立ったあの日
Let me bid farewell to the day I left with only this pledge

誰も果てぬ空宿す炎は揺れて凍てついてく時代(とき)に抗ってSHINE
The flame that lodges in an endless sky sways and resists the freezing times to shine

GOTTA KEEP ON FIGHTING FOR MY GLORY
I have to constantly fight for my glory

どんな困難待ち受けても突き進む勇気秘めて
Even with any difficulties that may come, I'll have the courage to keep pushing forward

例え絶対零度の現実も BURN IT DOWN HARDER さあ在るがまま
Even if it means facing absolute zero reality, I'll burn it down harder and accept it as it is

鼓動の限り燃やせFIRE and ICE
Burn with FIRE and ICE as long as my heartbeat allows

またCRY FOR THE TRUTH ひと筋の
Once again, I'll cry out for the truth

今A TEAR GOES BY 頬を伝ってくそれが情熱なら…
Now a tear goes down my cheek, but if that's passion...

凍える孤独たち強くこの手に抱いて囚われてた過去を越えてゆけLIFE
Hold strongly onto the frozen loneliness and pass over the past that was holding back your life

GOTTA KEEP ON PUSHING, MY WAY未来へ
I have to keep pushing on my way to the future

何度だって立ち向かうから運命(さだめ)すべて引き裂け
I'll face it no matter how many times, and tear apart all of fate

何もかも光りはじめるさ SPARKING MOMENT もう畏れずに
Everything will begin to shine in that sparking moment, so don't be afraid anymore

願いを翳(かざ)せ TOMORROW NEVER DIES
Envision your wishes, TOMORROW NEVER DIES

揺れる心へただ炎を灯せ凍てついてく時代(とき)に抗ってSHINE
Just light a flame in your shaking heart and resist the freezing times to shine

TOMORROW NEVER DIES 燃やせFIRE and ICE
TOMORROW NEVER DIES, so burn with FIRE and ICE

Writer(s): Sebastian Axel Frederik Thott Copyright: Yoga & Music Hbt Gmbh, BMG Rights Management Gmbh (Germany)

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