1. RAY, a Japa… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists with the name of Ray.
1. RAY, a Japanese shoegaze idol group formed in 2019. Based in Tokyo, they are considered sucessors to ・・・・・・・・・ (Dots), being managed by the same team and playing similar music. Members Uchiyama Yua (former Dots), Kai Marino (former Niji no Conquistador), Tsukihi (former RYUKYU IDOL) and Kotoyama Shizuku (former Avandoned) also promote many solo performances and activities. Their musical focus is on the fusion of "minor genres", such as shoegaze, noise pop, and IDM. The first album Pink was released in May 2020, containing 12 original songs and covers of two Dots songs, "Slide" and "Satellite".
In February 2021, founding member Shirakawa Sayaka graduated from the group. In July 2021, Kotoyama Shizuku joined the group. Their second album, Green, was released in May 2022 featuring a cover of Dots' "Shizuka no Umi". New members joined in September 2022: Ami, Tsukiumi Mao, and Tsumugi Mikoto. Third album Camellia is set to release in October 2023.
2. 中山怜香 (Nakayama Reika, born October 14, 1990), better known by her stage name Ray, is a Japanese singer and radio personality from Hokkaido. She signed to Geneon Universal Entertainment.
Ray originally worked as a gravure idol, performing at a singing audition event sponsored by Avex and Usen called a-motion2007, and releasing a DVD called Peach Collection and a second DVD called Pure Smile in 2008. She tried out for the All-Japan Anime Song Grand Prix in 2010. She also covered songs under the moniker Clione (クリオネちゃ).
She made her debut as a singer in 2012, performing the opening theme song "Sign" for the anime Waiting in the Summer. Her second single "Rakuen Project" (楽園PROJECT Paradise Project) was released on October 24, 2012, which is used as the opening theme to the 2012 anime television series To Love-Ru Darkness. Her third single "Recall" was released on February 6, 2013, which is used as the ending theme to the 2013 anime television series Amnesia.
On a blog post posted on January 25, 2017, Ray announced her retirement from singing to pursue other unspecified activities.
3. RAY - RUSSIAN HARDCORE band, formed in the end of 2004 in Moscow, Russia. They play old school hardcore with lots of melodies and breakdowns. They say they are trying to bring hardcore what it should be with messages to express their personal feelings and beliefs, to reveal what they feel are social and ethical problems of this world.
In spring/summer of 2010, RAY disbanded.
4. Ray, the japanese singer and vocalist in Galactica Phantom and yaiba.
5. A band from New York, an early project of Hugo Stanley from Palm
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Ray Lyrics
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Get the guap
Get the guap, 'bout to seize the fucking block
Cash out, cash in, age 17
Blew up rap game, age 15
Niggas don't love you no more
6 feet deep at age 16
Rap niggas ain't woke, know the fee
I'm the priest of the game, how Im preaching my verses
All these opps imma body, I bless em with curses
First cheque imma get, buy my momma a birkin
Make moves for my girl, double C all her purses
To hell with the law nigga, know that I'm purging
Know what can't kill me, can't possibly hurt me
Straight from the east, man I came in real dirty
Self-employed boss and I'm still under 30
5247 the spot
Everything litty, it's hot
Grew up, set the bars up a notch
Ain't top 10? Guess I'm taking a spot
Ain't no capping, we keep it 1 hunnid
He want smoke, we can't catch you in public
Killin' beats, leave the studio lovely
He want smoke, then he huffin' on bubbly
I had to come in silent, for real
Execute plans, Makin deals for my meals
Fuckin' off haters, who be hatin' on the streets
Now ya'll catch me later, winning habits, I'm a fiend
Sorry for the wait, I was down and popping pills
But that was Childs Play nigga, now I'm feeling big
Threat to the Throne, man I could've been king
But I'm just trynna chill, man I'm still 17
Cash out, cash in, age 17
Blew up rap game, age 15
Niggas don't love you no more
6 feet deep at age 16
Want me dead? Well bitch say please
Rap niggas ain't woke, know the fee
Cash out, cash in, age 17
Blew up rap game, age 15
Niggas don't love you no more
6 feet deep at age 16
Want me dead? Well bitch say please
Rap niggas ain't woke, know the fee
R.I.P Juice, R.I.P Charles
R.I.P X, Y'all joinin' the stars
I don't take nonsense from none of you squads
The stu is my gym, so don't talk about bars
You the king of this earth? I'll promote you to heaven
I'll do it by 7, don't need mac-11's
Gotta thank Jesus for all of my blessings
Game on our backs, y'all whack niggas keep resting
Walkin' inside of the room, I can just feel all the tension
Whole room is gettin' real quiet, i know y'all feelin' the pressure
Saving the muhfuckin' game, and it's a muhfuckin pleasure
2020 my nigga, just know that the vision gets better
Cash out, cash in, age 17
Blew up rap game, age 15
Niggas don't love you no more
6 feet deep at age 16
Want me dead? Well bitch say please
Rap niggas ain't woke, know the fee
The lyrics of Ray's song "17" depict the journey and success of the artist at a young age. The opening lines of "Cash out, cash in, age 17" suggest that at the age of 17, Ray is already focused on making money and taking control of his surroundings. He boasts about "seizing the fucking block," indicating his ambition to dominate the rap game and establish himself as a force to be reckoned with.
The following lines reveal Ray's rapid rise to fame, mentioning how he blew up the rap game at the age of 15. However, he acknowledges that once success is achieved, some people turn against you. The reference to "6 feet deep at age 16" could imply the pressure and challenges he faced in the industry, with people wanting him to fail or even die. Ray defiantly responds by saying, "Want me dead? Well bitch say please," indicating his resilience and refusal to be brought down.
As the song progresses, Ray continues to assert his dominance and talent in the rap game. He refers to himself as the "priest of the game" and boasts about his ability to deliver powerful verses. He mentions using his first paycheck to buy his mother a Birkin bag and to spoil his girl with luxury purses, highlighting his desire to provide for his loved ones. Ray also emphasizes his independence, calling himself a self-employed boss who is still under 30 years old.
Throughout the song, Ray dismisses his detractors and asserts his position in the rap world. He confidently claims that he is taking a spot in the top 10 and maintains his authenticity by keeping it "1 hunnid." Ray proves his dedication to his craft by mentioning how he kills beats in the studio and dismisses his competition, stating, "He want smoke, then he huffin' on bubbly."
Ray acknowledges that he has faced personal struggles, referring to a period of taking pills and feeling small. However, he sees himself as a growing force and a potential threat to the rap throne, though he chooses to maintain a chill attitude as he is still only 17 years old.
Line by Line Meaning
Cash out, cash in, age 17
I'm making and spending money at the age of 17
Get the guap
I'm focused on obtaining a large amount of money
Get the guap, 'bout to seize the fucking block
I'm about to take over and dominate the neighborhood with my success
Blew up rap game, age 15
I achieved great success in the rap industry at the age of 15
Niggas don't love you no more
People in the industry have turned their backs on me
6 feet deep at age 16
I faced a near-death experience at the age of 16
Want me dead? Well bitch say please
If someone wishes for my demise, they better ask politely
Rap niggas ain't woke, know the fee
Other rappers are not socially aware and don't understand the price they pay for their ignorance
I'm the priest of the game, how Im preaching my verses
I am the spiritual guide in the rap game, spreading a profound message through my lyrics
All these opps imma body, I bless em with curses
I will defeat all my adversaries, sending them negative energy and curses
First cheque imma get, buy my momma a birkin
When I receive my first big paycheck, I will buy my mother an expensive Birkin bag
Make moves for my girl, double C all her purses
I will make financial moves to provide luxurious Chanel purses for my girlfriend
To hell with the law nigga, know that I'm purging
I don't care about the law, I am clearing my path and removing obstacles
Know what can't kill me, can't possibly hurt me
I know that if something can't kill me, it can't cause me any real harm
Straight from the east, man I came in real dirty
I come from a rough and disadvantaged background in the eastern part of the city
Self-employed boss and I'm still under 30
I am a young self-employed entrepreneur who is already a boss before turning 30
5247 the spot
A specific location known as my base of operations
Everything litty, it's hot
Everything is going well and exciting
Grew up, set the bars up a notch
As I matured, I raised the standards and improved my skills
Ain't top 10? Guess I'm taking a spot
If I'm not considered one of the top 10, I will claim a spot and prove myself
Ain't no capping, we keep it 1 hunnid
We don't lie or fake, we always keep it 100% real
He want smoke, we can't catch you in public
If someone wants to start trouble, we won't engage in public confrontations
Killin' beats, leave the studio lovely
I excel at creating amazing music, leaving the studio with satisfaction
He want smoke, then he huffin' on bubbly
If someone wants conflict, they better calm down and relax
I had to come in silent, for real
I entered silently into the game, making a strong impact without much noise
Execute plans, Makin deals for my meals
I strategically carry out plans and negotiate deals to secure my financial stability
Fuckin' off haters, who be hatin' on the streets
I don't let the haters on the streets affect or bother me
Now ya'll catch me later, winning habits, I'm a fiend
I am focused on my winning streak and developing a strong addiction to success
Sorry for the wait, I was down and popping pills
I apologize for the delay, during that time I was feeling down and relying on medication
But that was Childs Play nigga, now I'm feeling big
The challenges I faced in the past were easy compared to what I'm tackling now
Threat to the Throne, man I could've been king
I pose a significant challenge to those in power, as I had the potential to become the king
But I'm just trynna chill, man I'm still 17
But for now, I'm just trying to relax and enjoy life, as I'm still only 17
R.I.P Juice, R.I.P Charles
Rest in peace Juice and Charles, referring to deceased individuals
R.I.P X, Y'all joinin' the stars
Rest in peace X, you have now become a star in heaven
I don't take nonsense from none of you squads
I don't tolerate any nonsense or disrespect from any group of people
The stu is my gym, so don't talk about bars
The studio is my training ground, so don't try to challenge my lyrical skills
You the king of this earth? I'll promote you to heaven
If you consider yourself the king of this world, I will send you to the afterlife
I'll do it by 7, don't need mac-11's
I will achieve this before the age of 27, without resorting to violence
Gotta thank Jesus for all of my blessings
I express gratitude to Jesus for all the good things in my life
Game on our backs, y'all whack niggas keep resting
The weight of the rap game is on our shoulders, while mediocre individuals continue to take a break
Walkin' inside of the room, I can just feel all the tension
As I enter the room, I can sense the high levels of anxiety and pressure
Whole room is gettin' real quiet, i know y'all feelin' the pressure
Everyone in the room becomes silent because they can feel the intense pressure I bring
Saving the muhfuckin' game, and it's a muhfuckin pleasure
I am single-handedly reviving and improving the rap game, and I find great joy in doing so
2020 my nigga, just know that the vision gets better
In the year 2020, my friend, know that my vision and clarity only improve
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Yanela Malashe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MH-by6mf
莉乃のスナップ写真なんか好き。今日のモヤシ入り野菜炒め美味しい。
@j-rocktours1517
心なしか涼しくなった！
@Kataage_HRYK312
even RAY style of pop is giving me that thrill when listening to shoegaze. めちゃ好き！
@mostra75
好きだ。聴いてて気持ちいい。
@unclechristo
Wow! Great song! I love the chords. My new favourite Ray song I think! I think this song might just save the world!
@AlexSeibel
The details in the instrumentals are so incredible as usual, super good song!!!
It's p cool to hear synths like these with shoegaze elements and melodies
@aquaspeed17
配信で言ってた新曲だ！予想以上にイイ！
@user-vt8yg7rh8e
This is the good pop yaw
@Nazgul094
Ohhhhh a synthwave/electro pop song, sounds extremely nice and the vocals are on point along with the instrumetals as expected from RAY.
@pordB
Waiting for new album👍