The band released their first 4-song demo with 4 tracks in 1993, followed by their first single "DOLL/LIGHT FOR CLOSED YOUR EYES" the same year, and quickly rose to popularity, despite a constantly changing band line up.
SIAM SHADE released their first full-length, self titled album in 1994. The album marked the SIAM SHADE recording debut of guitarist Daita Itoh, a constant force to be reckoned with on the Japanese indie rock scene.
SIAM SHADE was influenced by the Indies band, Luna Sea, and many of their earlier songs were similar to Luna Sea's style. However, after a couple of years, they began to move toward their own unique style. Although the band generally played progressive rock, they also wrote pop songs and metal songs. Some of SIAM SHADE's progressive rock songs were inspired by the works of Dream Theater.
The band, consisting of Hideki on vocals, Junji on drums, Daita on guitar, Natchin on bass, and Kazuma on guitar and back-up vocals, went on to release 7 full length albums in addition to several singles, DVDs, and four best of collections: SIAM SHADE VIII: B-Side Collection, SIAM SHADE IX: A-Side Collection, the currently out of print and absurdly expensive SIAM SHADE X: Perfect Collection before finally calling it quits after their 2002 tour, and the latest SIAM SHADE XI: COMPLETE BEST ~HEART OF ROCK~ which tracklisting was made out from the favorite songs of all fans, result of an open poll done in their official website.
This last best of was released previously to their One Night Reunion on November 18th, 2007 at the Nippon Budohkan after 5 years of disbanding. The ~HEART OF ROCK~ Live was done as a tribute to their deceased manager Shinichi Nakamura.
They are now back to their own musical projects individually.
From Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siam_Shade
Black
SIAM SHADE Lyrics
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Tsumari nandai toketemo zenzen
Yaku ni tatsu no wa gokushousu men
Sonna koto yori oshiete yo teacher
Motto mirai ni yakudachisou na
Ikikata to atarashii jidai wo tsukuridasu chie
Don't you wanna make your life? megakushi wa kudaraseru
Take a walk in moonlight. hora do it step by step
* daite daite
Daite daite try it, honey
Kuruoshiku timeless na motion de
Naite nanka nai de daite dairekuto
You can live it, honey, don't let it go.
Daite daite daite daite
Daite motto
Kuruoshiku timeless na motion de
Samete nanka nai de daite dairekuto
Kuruoshiku timeless na motion de
You can live it, honey dakara kono mama
Mou sukoshi utau yo break generation
Nando mo kurikaeseba ii why not?
Motto waido ni sekai ga atte itsu kara demo hashiridaseru tte
Hito koto oshiete yare yo teacher "dare mo ga mina jiyuu ni
Yume wo daite ikite iku beki de,
Benkyou bakari ga subete janai" to
Don't you wanna make your life?
Karehateru sore made ni take a walk in the moonlight.
Hora do it step by step hadaka no mama de tobikomu dake sa
* repeat
Mou sukoshi utau yo break generation black generation
Kokoro no naka de utae tsuzuketemo genjitsu wa nani mo kawari wa shinai
Yuuki wo dashite ippo fumidase
Subete wa soko kara hajimatte yuku
Wakasugite wakaranasugitemo
Sore dakara koso dekiru koto mo aru
Tsuishin wa kakushin ni semari
Yagate kakujitsu ni genjitsu to kaeteyuku
* repeat
Owarasenai break generation black generation
The song "Black" by SIAM SHADE reflects the feelings of a high school student who is struggling to find their identity and purpose in life. The lyrics express the frustration and confusion of not being able to fit in or understand oneself, while also encouraging the listener to embrace their individuality and take control of their future. The line "yume wo daite ikite iku beki de" (you should live embracing your dreams) highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions and not just following the expectations of others.
The use of the word "black" in the title refers to the darkness and uncertainty that the singer is experiencing, while also symbolizing the potential for growth and change. The repetition of the phrase "daite daite" (embrace it) throughout the song emphasizes the theme of self-acceptance and self-love.
Overall, "Black" is a powerful and relatable anthem for anyone who has struggled with finding their place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Nanka son shita kibun sa high school
Feeling deflated, like something is missing, while in high school
Tsumari nandai toketemo zenzen
No matter how hard I try, nothing seems to melt away
Yaku ni tatsu no wa gokushousu men
Students only do what the exam requires of them
Sonna koto yori oshiete yo teacher
Teacher, tell us something more than that
Motto mirai ni yakudachisou na
Thinking more about one's future, it feels like it will be of great use
Ikikata to atarashii jidai wo tsukuridasu chie
Creating knowledge that forms a new age and new way of life
Don't you wanna make your life? megakushi wa kudaraseru
Don't you want to create the life you want? Get rid of those blinds.
Take a walk in moonlight. hora do it step by step
Take a walk in the moonlight. Come on, do it step by step.
Kagirareteru shikai nara koji hirake
If your sight is limited, open your narrow view
* daite daite
Embrace it, embrace it
Daite daite try it, honey
Embrace it, embrace it, try it, honey
Kuruoshiku timeless na motion de
With a crazy, timeless motion
Naite nanka nai de daite dairekuto
Cry if you want; embrace it directly
You can live it, honey, don't let it go.
You can live it, honey. Don't let it go.
Daite daite daite daite
Embrace it, embrace it, embrace it, embrace it
Daite motto
Embrace it more
Samete nanka nai de daite dairekuto
Don't cool down; embrace it directly
Kuruoshiku timeless na motion de
With a crazy, timeless motion
You can live it, honey dakara kono mama
You can live it, honey, so stay like this
Mou sukoshi utau yo break generation
We'll sing a little more, break generation
Nando mo kurikaeseba ii why not?
Why not try repeating it over and over again?
Motto waido ni sekai ga atte itsu kara demo hashiridaseru tte
The world has existed wider for a long time, and it can always be run.
Hito koto oshiete yare yo teacher "dare mo ga mina jiyuu ni Yume wo daite ikite iku beki de, Benkyou bakari ga subete janai" to
Teacher, tell us something like "Everyone should live embracing their dreams freely, and studying is not everything."
Don't you wanna make your life?
Don't you want to create the life you want?
Karehateru sore made ni take a walk in the moonlight.
Before it's too late, take a walk in the moonlight.
Hora do it step by step hadaka no mama de tobikomu dake sa
Come on, do it step by step, just jump in naked
* repeat
Repeat
Mou sukoshi utau yo break generation black generation
We'll sing a little more, break generation, black generation
Kokoro no naka de utae tsuzuketemo genjitsu wa nani mo kawari wa shinai
Even if you keep singing inside your heart, reality won't change at all.
Yuuki wo dashite ippo fumidase
Take courage and take a step forward
Subete wa soko kara hajimatte yuku
Everything starts from there
Wakasugite wakaranasugitemo
Even if we're too young and don't understand enough
Sore dakara koso dekiru koto mo aru
That's why we can also do something
Tsuishin wa kakushin ni semari
Communication will gather belief
Yagate kakujitsu ni genjitsu to kaeteyuku
Soon, it will change into reality
* repeat
Repeat
Owarasenai break generation black generation
The never-ending break generation, black generation
Contributed by Ethan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@BrokenCameraTV
ボーカル、リズム隊、上物2本、全員ライブでこのクオリティの日本のロックバンドは唯一無二だと思う。
@halmikon6887
メンバー、オーディエンス、この会場にいる全員がめちゃくちゃかっこいいー‼️‼️😆一体感が凄いよ。行かれた男性陣羨ましい✨✨
@teppouika
今の時代でも売れると思うんだが
@L_No-Angel
日本は質の良いアーティストさん達が逆に売れないと私は思うので、海外で売れそうだなと個人的に思いました！
@yutaromaeda
LIVEでこのクオリティはヤバすぎる！！！！
@user-jq3or2zl6h
俺がsiamを知るきっかけになった曲。1/3しか知らない世代だったけどこのバンドはb面、アルバム曲がカッコよすぎる
@nckitami135
90年代のバンドに多いコメントだけど、本当にメンバー全員が機能していて素晴らしい…！！
演奏力の高さが良く挙げられるバンドですが、個人的にはシャムの特徴はツインボーカル。
比較したら批判されるの承知で、今のバンドでサイドギターが歌い出したらズッコケるでしょ？
これほど演奏に説得力のあるバンドがこの先出てくるのか…
@akht374
最後のサビとかファンの声すごい。こんなバンドがいたなんて今まで知らなくてよく生きてこられたなと思った！
@user-je8jw9em7p
みんな今年もシャム聞こうぜ❗️
@DerlaCipher1
演奏がCD音源と遜色ないってのが凄い、全員ホント安定してる