A major Japanese rock band from Tokyo, formally known as "SWEET DEATH".
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Formed in 1989 and disbanded in 1999. They were visual in the early part of their career, but became less so later on. Daisuke is currently in THE SOUND BEE HD.

Members/History:
DAISUKE- Vocals (1992.4 - 1999)
(→ DUNE → Media Youth → LOOSAR POP MARTFAMILY → ヴィヴィアン → THE SOUND BEE HD)

KIYOSHI - Guitar
(→ JEWEL → SWEET DEATH → Virus → Media Youth → KIYOSHI → R → hide with Spread Beaver → machine, Lucy, Madbeavers)

HIROKI - Bass (1993 - 1999)
(→ Def Master → Media Youth → superbrunch → CyanBeach, ZERO MHZ, Julian, KILLERS, 廣嶋, HYDE (support) → the ROMEO, PENICILLIN (support))

Former Members:
宏一 (KOHICHI) - Drums (199? - 1995)
(→ エンペラー → SWEET DEATH → SIGHS-OF-LOVE-POTION → Media Youth)

HEATH - Bass (1990.10 - 1991, 1992.4 - 1992.6)
(→ PARANOIA → カオスモード → Beet Sweet → SWEET DEATH → Majestic Isabelle → Media Youth → X JAPAN → HEATH, Dope HEADz, RATS → HEATH, Lynx → X JAPAN, TOSHI with T-EARTH → X JAPAN)

MANABU - Vocals (1989 - 1991)
(→ シェルター → AION → PARANOIA → Media Youth →)

SEIJI - Bass (1989 - 1990.10)
(→ SWEET DEATH →)

Missing
MEDIA-YOUTH Lyrics

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Put me on any track like Michael Jackson
I'm about to beat it up
Tattoo thick redbone
I told her to take off them Ethicas
She got a sweet tooth for some chocolate
She's about to eat me up
In every household I had to sleep on the floor
That's why I run it up

All my life I've been a misfit
That's why I'm so distant
Keep it real or keep away from me
I'm not with that acting shit
Get rich or die trying in the streets
I'm feeling like Fifty Cent
Stay focused on the grind
My nigga I swear you're not missing shit
Same shit every day I'm trying to get my money longer than Elon
If the gas doesn't hit I'm going to come back and get a refund
I will be smoking really loud
I don't know what the fuck you're growing
Call up my nigga P now
Smoking cookie from the spacer
Thick light skin chick
She said she wanted to come and put that face on me
Say less baby girl
You can come through at about four or 3
Then I hang up the phone
I can't put a hoe before my cheddar cheese
I do this for all the nights I slept on the floor with nothing to eat
Muhammad Ali
I beat up the track yeah I put it to sleep
Feeling like MJ
See me moonwalking through the streets
With my heat
Play a role in a movie
Don't come playing with me
Unless you want to be on TV
Put me on any track like Michael Jackson
I'm about to beat it up
Tattoo thick redbone
I told her to take off them Ethicas
She got a sweet tooth for some chocolate
She's about to eat me up
In every household I had to sleep on the floor
That's why I run it up
All my life I've been a misfit
That's why I'm so distant
Keep it real or keep away from me
I'm not with that acting shit
Get rich or die trying in the streets
I'm feeling like Fifty Cent
Stay focused on the grind
My nigga I swear you're not missing shit
I feel like I'm Fifty
I'm rocking out on a mission
I remember days when I didn't have shit
Man I swear that little closet was empty
We didn't have shit in the kitchen
Mom's purse was naked from spending
No washer and dryer
You know that those clothes in the sink
We used the soap while we were rinsing
Now you know Lennox is the mall that I shop at
Buy a new brim
Spend a band on a top hat
Rocking that shit
Yeah you know that I rock that
Talking that shit
Yeah you know that I talk that
Play with my family
Yeah you know that you get popped at
The head or the chest
Yeah you know you get shot at
I'm rocking with SuaVee
Yeah you know that I'm bout that
Be some bitches and hoes
You know that we are not that
You know it's four
Put me on any track like Michael Jackson
I'm about to beat it up
Tattoo thick red bone
I told her to take off them Ethicas
She got a sweet tooth for some chocolate
She's about to eat me up
In every household I had to sleep on the floor
That's why I run it up
All my life I've been a misfit
That's why I'm so distant
Keep it real or keep away from me
I'm not with that acting shit
Get rich or die trying in the streets
I'm feeling like Fifty Cent

Stay focused on the grind
My nigga I swear you're not missing shit

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to MEDIA-YOUTH's song "Missing" depict personal experiences and aspirations of the artist. The opening lines, "Put me on any track like Michael Jackson, I'm about to beat it up," convey a sense of confidence and determination. The reference to Michael Jackson, known for his iconic music and dance moves, suggests the artist's desire to excel in his craft and make an impact. The following lines, "Tattoo thick redbone, I told her to take off them Ethicas," express a flirtatious encounter where the artist engages with a woman who has a preference for African-American men. The mention of "Ethicas" suggests the woman might be wearing the brand of underwear, which adds a playful tone to the lyrics.

The lyrics also delve into the artist's upbringing and the challenges he faced. Lines like "In every household I had to sleep on the floor, that's why I run it up" indicate a difficult financial background and a motivation to strive for success. Being a misfit all his life, the artist emphasizes his distance from societal norms and the importance of authenticity in his relationships.

The lyrics further mention the street hustle mindset, as expressed in the line "Get rich or die trying in the streets, I'm feeling like Fifty Cent." This illustrates the artist's determination to succeed in a ruthless and competitive environment. The focus on the grind and the affirmation that others are not missing out emphasizes the artist's dedication to his craft and ambition for success.

Overall, the song "Missing" showcases the artist's confidence, aspirations, and resilience in the face of challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

Put me on any track like Michael Jackson
I have the confidence and skill to excel in any situation, just like Michael Jackson did with his music.

I'm about to beat it up
I'm about to bring my best and give a stellar performance.

Tattoo thick redbone
Referring to a curvy and attractive light-skinned woman who may have tattoos.

I told her to take off them Ethicas
I asked her to remove her Ethicas brand clothing.

She got a sweet tooth for some chocolate
She has a strong attraction and desire for me, comparing it to craving chocolate.

She's about to eat me up
She's eager to engage in intimate activity with me.

In every household I had to sleep on the floor
Throughout my life, I had to endure difficult living conditions and slept on the floor.

That's why I run it up
That's why I strive for success and work hard to achieve my goals.

All my life I've been a misfit
I've always felt like an outsider, not fitting into the norms of society.

That's why I'm so distant
My feelings of not belonging have made me emotionally detached from others.

Keep it real or keep away from me
I value authenticity in people and prefer them to be honest, or else I don't want them around me.

I'm not with that acting shit
I don't tolerate fake behavior or people pretending to be something they're not.

Get rich or die trying in the streets
I have a relentless drive to become wealthy and succeed, even if it means taking risks in a challenging environment.

I'm feeling like Fifty Cent
I feel empowered and confident, drawing inspiration from the rapper Fifty Cent.

Stay focused on the grind
I remain determined and dedicated to working hard and achieving my goals.

My nigga I swear you're not missing shit
I assure you, my friend, that you're not missing out on anything significant.

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Damage Media Group
Written by: Arlanders Coburn IV, Christian Ford

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