He was the lead guitarist for the thrash metal band Megadeth for a period of almost ten years (from February 1990 to December 1999). During this period, perhaps its most successful, Megadeth released a string of gold and platinum albums. At the same time, Megadeth's musical style became less Thrash, and more melodic, which many attribute primarily to Marty's creative influence.
Prior to joining Megadeth, he formed and played lead guitar in several bands that attained loyal and faithful followings, including Deuce, Hawaii, Vixen (not the all-female band of the same name), and notably Cacophony. Marty collaborated with Jason Becker on two albums, "Go Off" and "Speed Metal Symphony" that are considered masterpieces and works of reference for pure virtuoso and creative guitar playing. His solo albums, including one in conjunction with Japanese maestro Kitaro, reveal the wide range of Marty's musical exploration, from the very melodic music of "Scenes" and "Introduction" to the hard driving rock of "Music for Speeding", to the variety of styles presented in "True Obsessions". His solo albums seldom conform to a specific genre and often reminds the listener of Marty's creative exploration in music.
Currently living in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Marty travels the world giving eagerly anticipated clinics, performances and master classes in dozens of countries in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. He has become a major force in the Japanese music scene, playing lead guitar in the bands of the some of the country's most famous performers. He is also making his mark as a popular versatile and talented performer on several hit shows on Japanese television, and as a columnist for a major Japanese music magazine and a national daily newspaper.
Marty speaks fluent Japanese. He once appeared on TXN's musical TV program "hebimetasan" with Japanese idol Yoko Kumada etc. Marty has recently appeared on the track "Born Of Anger" on the album "All That Remains" by Fozzy. Marty is a big fan of the Ramones, KISS (during its early years) and Frank Marino. Marty very much enjoys playing guitar -- which he 'speaks' as fluently as he does Japanese. With music, there is never a language barrier.
Lycanthrope
Marty Friedman Lyrics
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Through trance, one breath, a howling sign
Goin' out, coming down now are ya?
Getting wasted on my brew (my brew)
Just don't tell me what the hell you're gonna do (gonna do)
Did you bring, bring your own booze
Forgot to check your shit again (yeah yeah yeah)
I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Lycanthrope at night
Where did you go, where have I been?
I run with wolves
Just so you know, that's a no
Lycanthrope at night
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
I run with wolves
It's a cerberus cry in the nighttime
A distant howl, a chill runs through your mind
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, no words to speak
Succumb now, join the pack or feel its teeth
(And through the screams you can hear the pack's growl)
So sick and tired of your language I cannot speak (can't speak)
Just L-O-L your ass back home (yeah!)
Blood... sect... old... soul
At night I run with wolves
Lycanthrope at night
At night I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Where did you go, where have I been?
Just so you know, that's a no
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
The lyrics to Marty Friedman's song Lycanthrope explore the concept of transformation and how we become a different version of ourselves at night. The song seems to be about a person who undergoes a transformation into a werewolf or a lycanthrope at night. The opening line, "Moonlight, possessed, shape-shift at night," sets the tone for the song and highlights the idea of transformation. The transformation is not just physical, but also mental and emotional, as indicated by the line, "Through trance, one breath, a howling sign." The transformation seems to be involuntary, with the lyrics suggesting that it is something that happens to the person unknowingly.
The song seems to be written from the perspective of someone who has already undergone the transformation and is now running with a pack of wolves. The lines, "I run with wolves" and "join the pack or feel its teeth," suggest that the transformation has made the person a part of the pack, and that they are no longer in control of their own destiny. The lyrics also suggest that there is a sense of freedom and rebellion that comes with the transformation, with lines like "I don't care, BYOB and fucking leave" and "L-O-L your ass back home" indicating a disregard for social norms and conventions.
Overall, the lyrics to Lycanthrope explore the idea of transformation and the freedom that comes with it. The song suggests that there is something inherently exciting and captivating about becoming a different version of oneself, and that this transformation can also come with a sense of danger and unpredictability.
Line by Line Meaning
Moonlight, possessed, shape-shift at night
Under the moonlight, the person is possessed by a werewolf spirit and transforms into one at night.
Through trance, one breath, a howling sign
Through a hypnotic state, the werewolf takes a breath and produces a howling sound that signals its presence.
Goin' out, coming down now are ya?
Are you about to leave or come down from a high?
Getting wasted on my brew (my brew)
Drinking my alcoholic beverage and getting drunk.
Just don't tell me what the hell you're gonna do (gonna do)
Don't inform me of your intentions or actions.
Did you bring, bring your own booze
Did you bring your own alcohol?
Are you done, are you gone for the day? (break it down)
Have you finished or are you leaving for the day?
Forgot to check your shit again (yeah yeah yeah)
You forgot to inspect your things again.
I run with wolves
I transform into a werewolf and hunt with my pack.
Say what again, what do you mean?
What are you saying? I don't understand your meaning.
Lycanthrope at night
I turn into a werewolf at night.
Where did you go, where have I been?
Where did you disappear to and where was I?
Just so you know, that's a no
I don't approve or agree.
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
I don't care, bring your own alcohol and leave.
It's a cerberus cry in the nighttime
It's an eerie, ghostly howling sound in the middle of the night.
A distant howl, a chill runs through your mind
Hearing the howl from afar sends shivers down your spine.
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, no words to speak
There's nowhere to flee or hide, and there are no words to say to avoid the inevitable.
Succumb now, join the pack or feel its teeth
Give in and transform into a werewolf, or face the fierce aggression of the pack of lycanthropes.
(And through the screams you can hear the pack's growl)
Amidst the chaos and yelling, you can hear the members of the pack snarling.
So sick and tired of your language I cannot speak (can't speak)
I'm extremely annoyed and fed up with your incomprehensible language, to the point where I can't even respond.
Just L-O-L your ass back home (yeah!)
Just laugh out loud and leave.
Blood... sect... old... soul
The words signify the initiation of the werewolf transformation ritual.
At night I run with wolves
During the night, I transform into a werewolf and run wild with my pack of lycanthropes.
Writer(s): Alexi Laiho, Danko Jones, Marty Friedman
Contributed by Mia T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
reaperlegacy
Moonlight, possessed, shape-shift at night
Through trance, one breath, a howling sign
Goin' out, coming down now are ya?
Getting wasted on my brew (my brew)
Just don't tell me what the hell you're gonna do (gonna do)
Did you bring, bring your own booze
Are you done, are you gone for the day? (break it down)
Forgot to check your shit again (yeah yeah yeah)
I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Lycanthrope at night
Where did you go, where have I been?
I run with wolves
Just so you know, that's a no
Lycanthrope at night
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
I run with wolves
It's a cerberus cry in the nighttime
A distant howl, a chill runs through your mind
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, no words to speak
Succumb now, join the pack or feel its teeth
So sick and tired of your language I cannot speak (can't speak)
Just L-O-L your ass back home (yeah!)
Blood... sect... old... soul
At night I run with wolves
Lycanthrope at night
At night I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Where did you go, where have I been?
Just so you know, that's a no
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
Bruno Gomes
09. Lycanthrope
(Feat. Alexi Laiho and Danko Jones)
Moonlight, possessed, shape-shift at night
Through trance, one breath, a howling sign
Goin' out, coming down now are ya?
Getting wasted on my brew (my brew)
Just don't tell me what the hell you're gonna do (gonna do)
Did you bring, bring your own booze
Are you done, are you gone for the day? (break it down)
Forgot to check your shit again (yeah yeah yeah)
Chorus:
I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Lycanthrope at night
Where did you go, where have I been?
I run with wolves
Just so you know, that's a no
Lycanthrope at night
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
I run with wolves
It's a cereberus cry in the nighttime
A distant howl, a chill runs through your mind
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, no words to speak
Succumb now, join the pack or feel its teeth
solo.
(And through the screams you can hear the pack's growl)
So sick and tired of your language I cannot speak (can't speak)
Just L-O-L your ass back home (yeah!)
solo.
Blood...sect...old...soul
At night I run with wolves
Lycanthrope at night
At night I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Where did you go, where have I been?
Just so you know, that's a no
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
rebel666vish
The lyrics for everybody :)
Moonlight, possessed, shape-shift at night
Through trance, one breath, a howling sign
Goin' out, coming down now are ya?
Getting wasted on my brew (my brew)
Just don't tell me what the hell you're gonna do (gonna do)
Did you bring, bring your own booze
Are you done, are you gone for the day? (break it down)
Forgot to check your shit again (yeah yeah yeah)
I run with wolves
Say what again, what do you mean?
Lycanthrope at night
Where did you go, where have I been?
I run with wolves
Just so you know, that's a no
Lycanthrope at night
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
I run with wolves
It's a cereberus cry in the nighttime
A distant howl, a chill runs through your mind
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, no words to speak
Succumb now, join the pack or feel its teeth
(And through the screams you can hear the pack's growl)
So sick and tired of your language I cannot speak (can't speak)
Just L-O-L your ass back home (yeah!)
Blood...sect...old...soul
At night I run with wolves
Lycanthrope at night
Say what again, what do you mean?
Where did you go, where have I been?
Just so you know, that's a no
I don't care, BYOB and fuckin' leave
Michael Baranyai
Alexi and Marty are my 2 favorite guitarists. This is pure awesome
Elio Rigonat Official
Best song off the album. Marty you and Laiho should start a new band :D
BM
For me it is the worse. I always skip it. Laiho's voice is so horrible
Dudarino666
@BM like your opinion
Carlos Andres Guerrero
UwU
Echelon Band
sounds like children of bodom Ft. Marty Friedman
Osaka Deco
Indeed
Alex Mynttinen
Yes.
Dudarino666
In all the best ways imo. Not many guest guitarists can write, sing, solo like that dude did. Cool that it wasn't the typical song with guest star and the guest only gets a solo or two.
Joseph Kunath
I'm just fuckin finding out about this. It's awesome!