[1] ROACH is a Japanese rock band formed in 2003 in Okinawa. Their first al… Read Full Bio ↴[1] ROACH is a Japanese rock band formed in 2003 in Okinawa. Their first album, MIND OF THE SUN, was released in April 2007 and their first single SCARLET was released in November the same year. In December 2008 guitarist Masashi and drummer Misaki left the band. In 2010 they went to Texas to record a new single titled ''For you, i will''.
2011 they released their first mini album, ''BREED OF THE SUN'' and in 2012 their secound mini album,''No reason in the pit'', featuring Satoshi of ギルガメッシュ and Miya of ムック as guests.

Members:
Taama - Vocals (2003-present)
くぼっち (Kubocchi) - Guitar (2003-present)
勝也 (Katsuya) - Bass, backing vocals (2003-present)
Daisuke - Drums (2008-present)

Ex-members:
Masashi - Guitar (2003-2008)
Misaki - Drums (2004-2008)

Discography:
2007.04.18 Mind of The Sun
2007.11.12 Scarlet
2009.05.23 Destroy to Know Myself
2010.07.11 For You, I Will
2011.02.02 Breed of the Sun
2012.02.08 No Reason in the Pit
2012.10.03 Okinamerica
2013.10.02 Get More!!
2014.09.03 CALL ME LAZY
2015.03.25 リーリヤ-never again-
2015.08.19 ROACH
2016.06.15 THE TIME IS NOW

2003.12.21 沖縄魂〜マブイ〜 (Ryukyu Mabui) (V.A.)
2005.00.00 Koza Music Festival Vol.8 (V.A.)
2006.09.06 Punk Rock Battle Royal 4 (V.A.)
2011.04.05 A Wish to End the Tragedy (V.A.)
2011.09.21 This is Okinawa Style (V.A.)

[2] Roach were also a local metalcore band from Sint-Niklaas, Belgium.

[3] Roach is also a dubstep producer from North West England.

[4] Roach is from Buffalo, NY. Their double album was released in 2009.

[5] Roach was also a small town hard rock /punk band from Kristiansund / Norway 1984-1986

The Time Is Now
Roach Lyrics

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Whoa oh oh oh
Whoa oh oh oh
Yeah eh eh eh
Yeah eh eh eh
Whoa oh oh oh
Whoa oh oh oh
Yeah eh eh eh
Yeah eh eh eh

You say I'm looking really bad
You say I'm looking really sick
And I don't even care
I never really did
So when push comes to shove
And I slap you in the face
Just remember one thing

When it's time to fill the void
My whole life has been destroyed
And everyone around me says
My time is running out
I refuse to surrender
I refuse to surrender

When I'm out of control
And I'm out of my mind
Just remember one thing
I think I'm just fine
So catch me when I fall
I won't remember anything at all
So catch me when I fall

When it's time to fill the void
My whole life has been destroyed
And everyone around me says
My time is running out
I refuse to surrender
I refuse to surrender

Whoa oh oh oh
Whoa oh oh oh
Yeah eh eh eh
Yeah eh eh eh
Whoa oh oh oh
Whoa oh oh oh
Yeah eh eh eh
Yeah eh eh eh

When it's time to fill the void
My whole life has been destroyed
And everyone around me says
My time is running out
When it's time to fill the void
My whole life has been destroyed
And everyone around me says
My time is running out
I refuse to surrender
I refuse to surrender

I refuse to surrender
I refuse to surrender

Overall Meaning

"The Time Is Now" by Roach seems to express a sense of defiance and refusal to give in despite facing criticism and feeling destroyed. The repeated lines of "Whoa oh oh oh" and "Yeah eh eh eh" create a strong anthemic feel, emphasizing the resolve and determination of the singer.

The lyrics suggest that the singer is being judged by others, who claim they look bad and sick. However, the singer states that they don't care and never did. This indifference to others' opinions is a powerful declaration of self-confidence and self-assurance.

The lines "When it's time to fill the void, my whole life has been destroyed" convey a sense of loss and emptiness. It seems as though the singer has suffered some kind of hardship or pain that has left them feeling broken. Despite this, they refuse to surrender and give up. It can be interpreted as their firm refusal to let adversity define their existence.

The chorus repeats the theme of refusing to surrender, even when faced with being out of control or out of their mind. The line "I think I'm just fine" indicates that the singer may have an inner strength or resilience that allows them to handle difficult situations without losing themselves.

Overall, "The Time Is Now" is a defiant and empowering song that encourages listeners to resist the negative judgment of others and persevere through challenging times. It promotes the idea of embracing personal strength and refusing to let external circumstances dictate one's happiness or sense of self-worth.

Line by Line Meaning

You say I'm looking really bad
You comment that I appear unhealthy or unpleasant

You say I'm looking really sick
You remark that I seem ill or disturbed

And I don't even care
But I am indifferent and unaffected

I never really did
Because I never truly did care

So when push comes to shove
So when things get difficult or challenging

And I slap you in the face
And I respond aggressively towards you

Just remember one thing
Just keep in mind

When it's time to fill the void
When the need arises to escape emptiness or loneliness

My whole life has been destroyed
My entire existence has been ruined

And everyone around me says
And those around me express

My time is running out
That I am running out of time

I refuse to surrender
I decline to give up or yield

When I'm out of control
When I have lost control

And I'm out of my mind
And I am in a state of mental confusion

Just remember one thing
Just recall this

I think I'm just fine
I believe I am completely okay

So catch me when I fall
Therefore, be there to support me when I stumble

I won't remember anything at all
I will not retain any memory of the experience

So catch me when I fall
So be there for me when I am in need of assistance

When it's time to fill the void
When the moment arrives to escape emptiness or loneliness

My whole life has been destroyed
My entire existence has been ruined

And everyone around me says
And those around me express

My time is running out
That I am running out of time

I refuse to surrender
I decline to give up or yield

Whoa oh oh oh
Exclamatory sound

Yeah eh eh eh
Exclamatory sound

Whoa oh oh oh
Exclamatory sound

Yeah eh eh eh
Exclamatory sound

Whoa oh oh oh
Exclamatory sound

Yeah eh eh eh
Exclamatory sound

When it's time to fill the void
When the need arises to escape emptiness or loneliness

My whole life has been destroyed
My entire existence has been ruined

And everyone around me says
And those around me express

My time is running out
That I am running out of time

When it's time to fill the void
When the need arises to escape emptiness or loneliness

My whole life has been destroyed
My entire existence has been ruined

And everyone around me says
And those around me express

My time is running out
That I am running out of time

I refuse to surrender
I decline to give up or yield

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Tobin Esperance, Jerry Horton, Jacoby Shaddix, David Buckner

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