La'cryma Christi is a Japanese rock band whose name means 'tears of Christ'… Read Full Bio ↴La'cryma Christi is a Japanese rock band whose name means 'tears of Christ' in (slightly misspelled) Latin. The long term lineup consisted of Taka (Vocals.), Hiro (Guitar), Koji (Guitar), Shuse (Bass) and Levin (Drums).

The band formed in Osaka under the name STRIPPE-D LADY in 1993. A year later bassist Kita-J left, Shuse joined the band and they changed their name to La'cryma Christi with the release of their first single, Siam's Eye coming soon after. With a unique sound that seemed to have an almost mystic and ethereal feel, the band was able to build up their popularity in Osaka and the rest of Japan. For the next two years the band stuck to playing shows, several of which were sold out, until they released their first mini-album called Warm Snow in early 1996. The Dwellers of a Sandcastle mini-album was released a few months later and contained the same tracks as those on Warm Snow, just re-recorded. With the help of Luna Sea they made their major debut in 1997 and released their first full length album Sculpture of Time.

A year later they released their second full length album called Lhasa which contained their highest ranking single, Mirai Koro which was used as an ending theme for the Nightwalker anime. The band continued to tour and then in 2000 they released their third album, Magic Theatre which was shortly followed by the first Singles Collection. In 2002 the band released &.U, their fifth full length album which contained Jonetsu no Kaze, a song used for a TV show theme.

In 2003 they founded their own label under Sweet Child, called Majestic Ring and returned to being an indies band. Shortly after, they released their sixth full length album called Deep Space Syndicate which was in some ways a complete departure from their previous albums, but in other ways it reflected back on their earlier works. 2004 marked the ten year anniversary of the band and a greatest hits album was released to help commemorate the event. The anniversary itself was spread out over three days with three lives to showcase the evolution of the band and to celebrate making it ten years with a solid lineup.

in February of 2005 the band announced that Koji would be leaving in March but the band would stay together. While Koji went to join ALvino with Jun of Pierrot, La'cryma Christi put out their seventh album called ZEUS. The album was a dramatic change for the band with songs that were very reminiscent of metal bands from the 70's and 80's.

Their last album, Where the Earth is Rotting Away, was released in September 2006 along with the news that the band would be disbanding due to musical differences. Their final show was on January 20th 2007 and since then the members have gone their separate ways and continued to make music. Taka and Hiro have formed Libraian, Shuse formed Samurai Dead City with DUSTAR-3 member Himawari, in addition to becoming a support bassist. Most notably for yasu's solo project, Acid Black Cherry. Levin has also entered the world of support musician, in addition to his own band called The Husky.

SHY
La'cryma Christi Lyrics

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Kaze wo kitte ai ni yuku yo
Haruka tooku tsuzuku haiwei wo tobashi

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Boku wo matsu doko ka no machi he
She's so shy, she's so shy...
Isogu

Nagareboshi ni tsukamari nagara ai ni yukou
Dare ni mo jamasasenai yo

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Boku wo matsu doko ka no machi he
She's so shy, she's so shy...
Tabi ha tsuzuku

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Kimi no machi he ai wo hakobu
She's so shy, she's so shy...
Towa ni

Papa ya mama no me wo nusunde nukedasou yo
Mirai no chizu ha jibun de egaku mono

Kimi no egao mitarasugu ni
Tsugi no machi he yume wo motte tabitatsu yo

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Boku wo matsu doko ka no machi he
She's so shy, she's so shy...
Tabi ha tsuzuku

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Kimi no machi he ai wo hakobu
She's so shy, she's so shy...
Towa ni tsuzuku

Tabi ha owarinaku tsuzuku
Boku wo mattekureru kimi ga irukagiri

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "SHY" by La'cryma Christi depict a person who is hesitant and introverted, yet also daring and determined to pursue love. The singer declares that he will cut through the wind, overcoming obstacles and taking a leap of faith to pursue love that is far away. He describes the object of his affection as shy, yet he is willing to wait patiently and travel to where she is. The lyrics also mention catching a shooting star while heading towards their love, and promising to never let anyone interfere with their love. The singer urges the listener to draw their own map of the future and to never let anyone steal their hopes and dreams. The song ends with the singer hoping that the person he is singing for will come and wait for him until the journey is over.

Overall, the lyrics convey a message of perseverance despite the challenges and hurdles that come with love. The singer's words reflect the courage and determination that comes with pursuing one's passions, including love.

Line by Line Meaning

Kaze wo kitte ai ni yuku yo
Cutting through the wind, I will go to love

Haruka tooku tsuzuku haiwei wo tobashi
I fly away over the endless horizon

She's so shy, she's so shy...
Repeating the refrain 'She's so shy' to emphasize her personality

Boku wo matsu doko ka no machi he
Waiting for me in some distant town

Isogu
Hurry

Nagareboshi ni tsukamari nagara ai ni yukou
Catching a shooting star, let's go to love

Dare ni mo jamasasenai yo
I won't let anyone bother us

Tabi ha tsuzuku
My journey continues

Kimi no machi he ai wo hakobu
I'll bring love to your town

Towa ni
Forever

Papa ya mama no me wo nusunde nukedasou yo
Let's escape from the watchful eyes of our parents