Not to be mistaken for members of Greenpeace, Kyoto Protocol are a five-pie… Read Full Bio ↴Not to be mistaken for members of Greenpeace, Kyoto Protocol are a five-piece outfit based in Malaysia who kickstarted a renaissance of Rock & Roll in Malaysia. It was formed by a core of long-time friends who decided to see how far they could go as musicians. Since their humble beginnings playing covers in local bars in 2009, the band reached a turning point when they unexpectedly won 2nd place in the Yamaha Asian Beat Malaysian Finals. It was not long until they got heads turning and ears listening with their no-holds-barred amalgamation of punk, rock and roll when they opened for MGMT’s maiden KL concert.

In 2011, the band released its debut album which was aptly titled "An Album". This release was a local success as singles "Pussycat" and "Never Know" clinched the number 1 spot on various radio charts on the Malaysian airwaves. The success of "An Album" snowballed when the band was nominated for "Best New Artist" in Anugerah Industri Muzik 2011. This was soon followed by another nominated for "Breakout Award" in the Shout Awards 2012.

They rode this wave to score spots at regional festivals in Malaysia and abroad such as Baybeats in Singapore, BeastieRock in Taiwan, Rockaway and Urbanscapes in Malaysia. This paved the path for them to play a coveted slot at Future Music Festival Asia 2013, where they performed on the same stage as other international acts such as FUN., Bloc Party, The Temper Trap, and PSY. This particular performance prompted favourable reviews from the media that suggested that the band held its own, even on a stage with Grammy nominees and YouTube record-breakers.

The band's path took a turn in April 2013 when they were selected to be part of Versus, a reality battle of the bands TV show in Malaysia. Alongside the additional exposure from being on national television, Versus marks the first time the guys performed songs in the Malay language.

They have gone pretty far for a bunch of kids who just wanted to play music, but it is absolutely clear that they don't plan to end their journey just yet.

Still Alive
Kyoto Protocol Lyrics

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All the doors are closed
Gotta kick them down
Smash them open

Forks in the road
No time for maps
It's time to get going

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down with a fight

I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die

Cause I'm still alive

Story unforetold
Don't believe in fate
Yeah I make things happen

May bell has yet to toll
No time to waste
Put my faith in action

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down with a fight

I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die

Cause I'm still alive

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down with a fight

I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die

Cause I'm still alive

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Still Alive" by Kyoto Protocol are about pursuing one's dreams and goals despite obstacles or challenges. The opening lines describe the feeling of being trapped or stuck, with closed doors blocking the way forward. The solution is to take action and forcefully open those doors, refusing to let them hold you back.

The chorus reinforces this message, stating that even if you don't ultimately succeed in achieving your dreams, the important thing is to fight for them and not give up. The singer declares their right to pursue their dreams, no matter the risk, and asserts that they are still alive and ready to take on whatever comes their way.

The second verse builds on this theme, emphasizing the importance of taking action and making things happen. The singer does not believe in fate, and instead chooses to put their faith in their own abilities and the power of action. The final lines of the song repeat the message of the chorus, reminding the listener that the goal is to fight for what you believe in and never give up.

Overall, "Still Alive" is a message of hope and determination, urging listeners to pursue their dreams no matter the odds. It is a call to action, encouraging us all to take the risks necessary to live a full and fulfilling life.

Line by Line Meaning

All the doors are closed
Facing obstacles and setbacks in pursuit of a goal.

Gotta kick them down
Determination to overcome obstacles and refuse to give up.

Smash them open
Using force and resilience to achieve a vision, regardless of the opposition.

Forks in the road
Difficult choices and uncertainty in navigating the path towards success.

No time for maps
Urgency to keep pushing forward towards the goal, without relying on outside guidance.

It's time to get going
Time to take action and start the journey towards success, even in the face of challenges.

So maybe I won't succeed
Acknowledging the possibility of failure in pursuit of a dream.

But I'll be damned if I'm going down with a fight
Determination to persevere and fight until the end, no matter the outcome.

I've got a right to chase a dream
Asserting the right to pursue personal ambitions and aspirations.

Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die
Commitment to the pursuit of a dream, even in the face of risk and obstacles.

Cause I'm still alive
Despite the challenges and setbacks, remaining determined and resolute in the pursuit of a dream.

Story unforetold
The future is uncertain and unknown.

Don't believe in fate
Rejecting the idea of predetermined destiny and taking control of one's own life.

Yeah I make things happen
Asserting personal agency and ability to effect change in one's life.

May bell has yet to toll
It is not yet too late to pursue a dream.

No time to waste
Urgency to take action and pursue a dream before it is too late.

Put my faith in action
Belief in oneself and the ability to take concrete steps towards achieving a dream.

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All the doors are closed
Gotta kick them down
Smash them open
Forks in the road
No time for maps
It's time to get going

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down without a fight
I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die
'Cause I'm still alive

Story unforetold
Don't believe in fate
Yeah I make things happen
Bell has yet to toll
No time to waste
Put my faith in action

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down without a fight
I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die
'Cause I'm still alive

So maybe I won't succeed
But I'll be damned if I'm going down without a fight
I've got a right to chase a dream
Gonna chase it down, no longer afraid to die
'Cause I'm still alive

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Point Form Digital

9y↑5

Thanks for all the support everyone =) If anyone has any questions about the shoot, we'll be glad to take questions! We're happy to do some behind the scenes AMAs!