Their second mini album “Ammonite” (2003) debuted at #3 on the national indie chart and remained in the top 30 for six months. After their first successful nationwide tour, they started to attract the attention of major artists in the Japanese music industry, such as Fumiya Fujii, M-Flo, Sons Of All Pussys , L’Arc~en~ciel, Mondo Grosso, Love Psychedelico, and Anna Tsuchiya. After releasing their first album “Petrol”, they survived an intense label battle with minimum damage and decided to sign with HYDE’s label within Sony. Their major debut single “Visions in my head” was used for Canon IXY’s TV commercial starring Hidetoshi Nakata, and they appeared at all of the major rock festivals in Japan. MONORAL achieved worldwide success with the song “kiri” which became the opening theme (the ending theme was provided by Radiohead) for the animation “Ergo Proxy”. By the time they released their second album, “Turbulence”, they were selling out most of their tours in Japan. While recording new material, MONORAL began receiving offers to play abroad. Releasing their long-awaited third album, “Via” on October 29, 2008, they launched their “MONORAL VIA LATIN AMERICA TOUR 2008” tour, journeying through Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina, and their nationwide“MONORAL VIA JAPAN TOUR 2009” sold out .
In April, MONORAL kicked off their European tour, “MONORAL VIA SPAIN TOUR 2009” and ”MONORAL VIA FRANCE TOUR 2009” in six cities throughout Spain and France. They concluded their 15 month endeavor in the city of Shanghai. Inspired by this overwhelming experience on the road, MONORAL penned “70 HOURS” and embarked on ELECTION TOUR 2009. In 2010 MONORAL released their latest single, ”Origin”, and went on a tour called “This Tour Has Not Begun”.
MONORAL’s two mini albums and three full-length albums are currently on sale.
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Guards of Mice
MONORAL Lyrics
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I will always be by your side
It only takes two to make it happen
Oh, take these words in advance
There's always reasons and place to be
Please praise and face the weather
Life isn't easy to race away
Light the sky with peace
And you'll find some answers
'Cause these are the words to make it happen
Make it happen and face your ghosts
If you ever meet resistance
I will always be by your side
You'll always know how to make it happen
Oh, take these words in advance
There's always reasons and place to be
Please praise and face the weather
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Light the sky with peace
And you'll find some answers
'Cause these are the words to make it happen
Make it happen and face your ghosts
(...Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions...)
Face your ghosts...
(...Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions...)
Face your ghosts
(...Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions...)
Face your ghosts
(...Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions...)
Face your ghosts
(...Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain...)
Oh, take these words in advance
The lyrics to MONORAL's song "Guards of Mice" suggest a message of support and encouragement, particularly in moments of resistance and difficulty. The singer is offering their assistance to the listener, promising to always be by their side when they need it. They emphasize the idea that it only takes two people to make something happen and urges the listener to take these words of support in advance, perhaps indicating that these words will be useful in future challenging moments.
The lyrics repeatedly suggest that life is not easy, but that it is important to try to face the challenges of life and not to simply run away. The singer encourages the listener to contain their actions and to light the sky with peace, perhaps suggesting a need to focus on inner peace and mindfulness in the face of difficulties. Ultimately, they suggest that by facing their ghosts, the listener may find some answers.
Overall, the lyrics of "Guards of Mice" offer a message of support and encouragement, emphasizing the power of two people working together, the importance of facing challenges head-on, and the potential benefits of confronting one's issues and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
If you ever need assistance
I will be by your side when you need me.
I will always be by your side
You can count on me to support you.
It only takes two to make it happen
Our collaboration makes things happen.
Oh, take these words in advance
Remember these words and take them to heart.
There's always reasons and place to be
There is always a rhyme and reason for everything.
Please praise and face the weather
Accept and persevere through life's challenges.
Life isn't easy to race away
Life is difficult and cannot be rushed.
Please contain your actions
Be mindful of what you do and think before you act.
Light the sky with peace
Spread positivity and calmness wherever you go.
And you'll find some answers
You will gain insight and understanding.
'Cause these are the words to make it happen
These words are the key to achieving success.
Make it happen and face your ghosts
Take action and confront your fears and past mistakes.
If you ever meet resistance
I will stand by you when you encounter challenges.
You'll always know how to make it happen
You have the ability to overcome any obstacle.
Face your ghosts
Confront and overcome your inner demons.
Oh, take these words in advance
Remember and take these words to heart.
Contributed by Scarlett L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@senorital.5806
No hay no existe cancion de monoral que no agrade TODA SU MUSICA ES GENIAL !!!!
@michaelorquera7510
Esta increíble ❤
@sryijusthavetosaythis3182
Still love it. Afak originally from JPN but living in London/GB. Great voice!
@Salthemon
Love it!
@gabrielwillames
If you ever need assistance
I will always be by your side
It only takes two to make it happen
Oh, take these words in advance
There's always reasons and place to be
Please praise and face the weather
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Light the sky with peace
And you'll find some answers
'Cause these are the words to make it happen
Make it happen and face your ghosts
If you ever meet resistance
I will always be by your side
You'll always know how to make it happen
Oh, take these words in advance
There's always reasons and place to be
Please praise and face the weather
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Light the sky with peace
And you'll find some answers
'Cause these are the words to make it happen
Make it happen and face your ghosts
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions (face your ghosts)
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions (face your ghosts)
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions (face your ghosts)
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions (face your ghosts)
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain your actions
Life isn't easy to race away
Please contain...
Oh, take these words in advance