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In August of 2000, RIZE debuted with their hit single "Kaminari," under Epic Records, which made a huge impact to the Japanese Rock scene as well as launching their very successful careers.
Since their breakthrough, RIZE has toured not only in Japan but in America and South-East Asia, accelerating to establish their presence in world music markets.
RIZE have performed alongside international artists such as OASIS, JAY-Z, NINE INCH NAILS and RUN DMC. One of RIZE's most notable accomplishments came in 2003, where they went on an All-American tour with THE KOTTONMOUTH KINGS, performing at 38 shows.
In July of 2005, RIZE could successfully appear on the stage of "Live 8" as the opening act, a world-renowned event broadcasted in 7 other countries.
Their powerful performance was highly praised and left a big impression with the international music community.
On the top of the successful performance at "LIVE 8" in 2007 RIZE was proudly invited as only representative rock band from Japan at "LIVE EARTH" appearing on the stage with Linkin Park, etc, an acclaimed charity live founded by producer Kevin Wall, and former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, where again RIZE's outstanding performance brought them international fame.
Dear Mr.President
RIZE Lyrics
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You make my future bright & happy,
So tell me what to do
I'm waiting I'll do anything
Oh Mr. President given me work
Oh Mr. President makin' the rules
Oh Mr. I wanna be your too!
Let's go my people yeah
Dear Mr. President
It's up to you to drop the bomb
They are in the way for peace,
So let's destroy
Try to understand it's for our country
They are not us, so war, war, war
He say's go
Let's kill more people yeah
Oh Mr. President
One of these day's I'll be just like you,
But me I'll have a day off & go fuckin crazy
And Play with my people yeah
And Play with more people yeah
The lyrics of RIZE's song Dear Mr.President express a complex mix of emotions towards the country's leader. On the one hand, the song seems to imply that the President holds the key to people's future, and that they are willing to do anything to please him and secure a better future. The lyrics suggest a sense of desperation and hopelessness in the face of economic challenges and a lack of opportunities. The appeal to be given work is a telling indication of the state of the economy, while the desire to "be your too" speaks to a perhaps naive belief in the President's power and influence.
On the other hand, the song takes a dark turn with the call to "drop the bomb" and "destroy" those who are perceived as standing in the way of peace, without specifying who those people might be. There is a sense of blind patriotism and a willingness to engage in violent conflict for the sake of the country's interests, even if it means killing more people. The final verse, however, takes a more personal tone, suggesting that while the singer aspires to be like the President, they also crave freedom and a chance to let loose with their friends and community.
Line by Line Meaning
Dear Mr. President
Opening line of the song, addressing the President of a country.
You make my future bright & happy,
Expressing gratitude towards the President for ensuring a better future for the singer.
So tell me what to do
Seeking guidance and direction from the President.
I'm waiting I'll do anything
Willingness to do whatever it takes to serve the President's agenda.
Oh Mr. President given me work
Asking the President to provide employment opportunities.
Oh Mr. President makin' the rules
Acknowledging the President's power and influence in making policies and laws.
Oh Mr. I wanna be your too!
Expressing a desire to be a part of the President's team and contribute towards the country's progress.
Let's go my people yeah
Encouraging the people of the country to unite and work towards a common goal.
Dear Mr. President
Reiterating the address to the President.
It's up to you to drop the bomb
Indicating that the President has the responsibility and authority to make decisions related to war and peace, including using nuclear weapons.
They are in the way for peace,
Referring to the enemy as a barrier to achieving peace.
So let's destroy
Advocating for violence and destruction towards the enemy.
Try to understand it's for our country
Suggesting that the violence is necessary to protect the country's interests.
They are not us, so war, war, war
Justifying war against a foreign entity.
He say's go
Referring to the President as the authority figure who gives orders to start a war.
Let's kill more people yeah
Encouraging violence and destruction towards the enemy.
Oh Mr. President
Reiterating the address to the President.
One of these day's I'll be just like you,
Aspiring to be in a position of power and influence like the President.
But me I'll have a day off & go fuckin crazy
Implying a lack of responsibility or accountability for one's actions due to being in a position of power.
And Play with my people yeah
Suggesting using power and influence to entertain oneself and engage with the people.
And Play with more people yeah
Further emphasizing the desire to use power to indulge in leisure activities with others.
Writer(s): Jesse, Rize
Contributed by Jack F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.