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"

Pierrot
KAT-TUN Lyrics

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SHUT 'EM UP,　PIERROT

MUSIC SAVED MY LIFE, DO YOU FEEL MY VOICE
I LIVE FOR MUSIC, CAN YOU HEAR MY SCREAM

SO I CANT LIE TO MUSIC COS' THAT WOULD MEAN IM LYINGTO MYSELF
I　MYSELF IS MUSIC, THAT'S REAL ROCK'N ROLL SHIT

WOOH, UNDERSTAND WHAT I'M SAYING RIGHT~
I SING 'COZ I DON'T WANNA LOSE, SCREAMING YEAH~

DISTURBING ME , PIERROT jane e yo
DISTURBING ME, MAYBE IM A CRAZY CRAZY
DISTURBING YOU, I HATE YOUR ASS TOO, AND I KNOW

DON'T WANNA LOSE TO ANYONE SO I LIVE LIKE A ROCK
AND DIE LIKE A ROCK, KILL FOR MY FAMILY

TO 'COME AN ANGEL OR THE DEVIL
I'M NOT SCARED, I FIGHT FOR LOVE

AND I KNOW THAT YOU HATE : MY STYLE, THE FACT THAT I'M A ROCK !
BUT U KNOW WHAT, I HATE YOUR ASS TOO

DISTURBING ME, kiero yo BULL SHIT
DISTURBING ME, wakaru daro YEAH YEAH WOW WOW
DISTURBING YOU, I HATE YA ASS TOO, AND I KNOW

hajimemashite XXX toma su me jii a dachi,
Pierrot jane e yo JOKER to moushi masu,
netsuzou surunara MIC de aisatsu yameru kine e yo HA?
kore ga LIFE, I GONNA GO TO DA PARTY futoku mijikaku,
dattara SHOUT OR SCREAMING DA LIFE,
IM NOT GONNA HIDE OR RUN A WAY ITS MY PIERROT
XXX

DISTURBING ME , PIERROT jane e yo

DISTURBING ME, MAYBE IM A CRAZY CRAZY
DISTURBING YOU, I HATE YOUR ASS TOO, AND I KNOW

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to KAT-TUN (Tanaka Koki)'s song PIERROT talk about the singer's deep love for music and the role it plays in their life. They say that they cannot lie to music because doing so would mean lying to themselves, and that their self is music. They see themselves as living and dying like a rock, fighting for their family and not being scared of anyone or anything. They acknowledge that not everyone likes their style, but they do not care because they hate those people back, and they express this sentiment through the repeated line "DISTURBING ME, PIERROT jane e yo."

The chorus contains the phrase "DISTURBING ME," which implies that the singer is being bothered or influenced by an outside force. In this case, they seem to be referring to society or the people around them who do not understand or appreciate their music and lifestyle. However, they also acknowledge that they may be considered crazy for their dedication to music and their refusal to conform.

Overall, the lyrics of PIERROT convey a sense of rebelliousness and passion for music, while also acknowledging the difficulties that come with standing out and being true to oneself.

Line by Line Meaning

SHUT 'EM UP, PIERROT
Begin song with a call to action for Pierrot to shut everyone up and listen.

MUSIC SAVED MY LIFE, DO YOU FEEL MY VOICE
Music has been a driving force in KAT-TUN's life, and through his singing, he hopes to convey the passion and meaning behind his music to his listeners.

I LIVE FOR MUSIC, CAN YOU HEAR MY SCREAM
KAT-TUN lives and breathes for his music, and through his screams and shouts, he seeks to express these sentiments to his audience.

SO I CANT LIE TO MUSIC COS' THAT WOULD MEAN IM LYINGTO MYSELF
KAT-TUN believes that music is intertwined with his sense of self, and lying to his music is akin to lying to himself.

I MYSELF IS MUSIC, THAT'S REAL ROCK'N ROLL SHIT
KAT-TUN feels that he is music in its purest form, and that this is what defines the spirit of rock 'n' roll.

WOOH, UNDERSTAND WHAT I'M SAYING RIGHT~
KAT-TUN poses a rhetorical question, inviting the listener to connect with his message on a deeper level.

I SING 'COZ I DON'T WANNA LOSE, SCREAMING YEAH~
By singing and screaming, KAT-TUN expresses his desire to keep pushing forward and never lose hope in the face of adversity.

DISTURBING ME , PIERROT jane e yo
KAT-TUN is disturbed by Pierrot and wants them to leave him alone.

DISTURBING ME, MAYBE IM A CRAZY CRAZY
KAT-TUN feels like he might be going crazy due to the overwhelming feelings associated with his music.

DISTURBING YOU, I HATE YOUR ASS TOO, AND I KNOW
KAT-TUN directs his vitriol towards those who don't appreciate his music or his style, recognizing that there is mutual animosity between him and his critics.

DON'T WANNA LOSE TO ANYONE SO I LIVE LIKE A ROCK
KAT-TUN is driven to succeed and live up to his own expectations, using the strength and perseverance of a rock to help him do so.

AND DIE LIKE A ROCK, KILL FOR MY FAMILY
KAT-TUN is willing to make sacrifices for his family and music, living and dying like a rock to achieve his goals.

TO 'COME AN ANGEL OR THE DEVIL
KAT-TUN is open to any path that will help him achieve his goals, whether it be through benevolent or malevolent means.

I'M NOT SCARED, I FIGHT FOR LOVE
KAT-TUN is not afraid of the obstacles that stand in his way, and is only motivated by the love he has for his music and his family.

AND I KNOW THAT YOU HATE : MY STYLE, THE FACT THAT I'M A ROCK !
KAT-TUN is aware of the criticisms leveled against him for his style and adoption of the rock genre.

BUT U KNOW WHAT, I HATE YOUR ASS TOO
KAT-TUN responds to his detractors with equal vehemence, expressing his disdain for those who cannot appreciate his music and persona.

hajimemashite XXX toma su me jii a dachi,
Greeting to his listeners in the hopes of establishing a connection with them.

Pierrot jane e yo JOKER to moushi masu,
KAT-TUN refers to his listeners as Jokers and himself as a Pierrot, both words representing the duality and ambiguity of his character and music.

netsuzou surunara MIC de aisatsu yameru kine e yo HA?
KAT-TUN invites his listeners to engage with his music and turn off their personal biases and preconceptions in the process.

kore ga LIFE, I GONNA GO TO DA PARTY futoku mijikaku,
The lyrics represent the carefree and hedonistic lifestyle lived by KAT-TUN and his love for music.

dattara SHOUT OR SCREAMING DA LIFE,
KAT-TUN's music is often marked by loud and emotional vocals, and he encourages his audience to embrace these qualities as a representation of life.

IM NOT GONNA HIDE OR RUN A WAY ITS MY PIERROT XXX
KAT-TUN is not afraid to show his true self and embrace his identity as a Pierrot, a symbol of his unique and inimitable style.

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