Sugizo is best-known as lead guitarist and at times-violinist of LUNA SEA, and recently became the lead guitarist in X Japan, taking the late hide's place. He also had played a major part in The FLARE, but have since parted ways.
In 2007, Yoshiki and Gackt announced that Sugizo was the lead guitarist in the so-called superband known as S.K.I.N. along with Miyavi. Currently, the future of this project remains unclear. Sugizo is also a member of trance/world music act, Juno Reactor since that year.
Sugizo is still heavily involved with LUNA SEA and in December 2013, recently released 'A Will', LUNA SEA's new studio album after thirteen years. He has also composed original soundtracks as well as acted in for several theatre pieces, including the play '7 Doors' in May 2012 which was a staging of Bartók's opera 'Bluebeard's Castle'. In November 2013, Sugizo was also the musical director and composer for a new staging of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
While in Luna Sea, Sugizo almost exclusively used ESP guitars and has around sixteen signature models with them. For his solo projects he often uses Fender guitars and basses. For live violin playing, and recording he uses signature ESP electric violin.
INITIATION
SUGIZO Lyrics
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Giving birth, a life to evolution
You've got to hold your ground, take a good look around
All we need is a simple solution
We are gathered now in congregation
Peace and love is our communication
There is nothing to fear, everything's so clear
Here we go with our initiation
Where am I?
Please tell me the truth
Where am I?
Free me, will you?
There's no need for any aggravation,
Segregation, degradation
All we need is the truth that is me and you
Getting any from the united nations?
Education? Ratification?
Absolution's simply masturbation
Get a hold of yourself, oh well, well, well
Can we get a little cooperation?
Where am I?
Do I really belong?
Where am I?
So lost and so gone
Who am I?
When am I to realize
Who am I?
Clarify
Where do we draw the line?
Where do you draw the line?
Draw your lines, The truth is here but well confined
The truth is here but yet you hide
So well you hide
So well you hide
Still we dream the dream we dream
Still you dream the dream you dream
Of harmony
Can't you see that you are me?
Can't you see that I am you?
Love will see us through
The song INITIATION by Sugizo is a call to revolution for an evolved society. The opening lines "there's always pain in revolution, giving birth, a life to evolution" suggest the difficulties that come with change, but also the necessity for progress. The lyrics urge the listener to hold their ground, take a good look around, and find a simple solution, rather than succumbing to aggravation, degradation, and segregation. Sugizo suggests that the truth lies within individuals coming together through peace and love, shunning fear and embracing cooperation.
The repeated question "where am I?" seems to be a cry for help in finding one's purpose and place, while also raising a broader question about society's direction. The lines "who am I? When am I to realize? Clarify" suggest the need for introspection and understanding of self, to better navigate the confusion and instability of the world. The song calls for unity in the face of division and for the truth to be embraced rather than hidden away. The final lines express the hope that love will see humanity through and that the universal dream of harmony can be realized.
Line by Line Meaning
There's always pain in revolution
Revolution is never easy and there is always pain, emotional or physical, that is associated with it.
Giving birth, a life to evolution
Revolution is similar to childbirth, in which pain is necessary for new life and progress to come into existence.
You've got to hold your ground, take a good look around
In order to be part of a revolution or change, you need to be aware, observant and firm in your beliefs.
All we need is a simple solution
The solution to problems does not always have to be complicated; sometimes the simplest solutions are the best.
We are gathered now in congregation
People have come together and are united for a common cause or goal.
Peace and love is our communication
Communication of peaceful and loving intentions is key to resolving conflict and creating positive change.
There is nothing to fear, everything's so clear
When people are united for a cause and communicate peacefully, there is no need to fear, and everything becomes clearer and easier to understand.
Here we go with our initiation
The beginning of the process towards change or revolution, where people are driven to take action and bring about a new future.
Where am I?
The person is feeling lost and needs direction.
Please tell me the truth
The person is seeking honesty and transparency regarding their situation.
Free me, will you?
The person is asking for help to be released from the situation they feel trapped in.
There's no need for any aggravation
There is never a need for aggressive or negative behavior in any situation.
Segregation, degradation
These destructive acts are never helpful in any situation.
All we need is the truth that is me and you
Truth is necessary for change and when people start to recognize their shared perspective, change is possible.
Getting any from the united nations?
Is the United Nations helping in any way?
Education? Ratification?
Are we educating and ratifying in the hopes of making changes?
Absolution's simply masturbation
Trying to make ourselves feel better by pretending we have a solution, when in fact we do not.
Get a hold of yourself, oh well, well, well
In difficult times, it is important to stay calm, collected and focused in order to bring about change.
Can we get a little cooperation?
We can achieve more when we work together and cooperate.
Do I really belong?
The person is questioning whether they fit in or belong in their current situation.
So lost and so gone
The person is feeling lost and disconnected.
Who am I?
The person is questioning their identity and purpose in life.
When am I to realize
The person is asking themselves when they will come to realize their true self or potential.
Clarify
The person is asking for clarity regarding their identity or situation.
Where do we draw the line?
At what point do we determine what is acceptable or unacceptable behavior?
Where do you draw the line?
The person is asking another individual where they personally draw the line or determine their own personal boundaries.
Draw your lines, The truth is here but well confined
People must stand up for what they believe in, but it can be a difficult and suppressed journey.
The truth is here but yet you hide
The truth is present, but it may not be fully acknowledged or recognized by those in power.
So well you hide
The truth is often hidden well and may require a significant effort to uncover.
Still we dream the dream we dream
People still hold onto their hopes and dreams despite difficulties.
Still you dream the dream you dream
This line is meant to be directed towards an individual or group and implies that they continue dreaming despite difficulties.
Of harmony
This line is added to emphasize the type of dream people may have, which is one of peaceful coexistence.
Can't you see that you are me?
The person is suggesting that there is commonality between people, that we are all human and should work together for common goals.
Can't you see that I am you?
The person is imploring the other person to recognize their shared humanity and work for peace and cooperation.
Love will see us through
The person is suggesting that love is the ultimate way to peace and through it all people can finally work together.
Contributed by Aaron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@erikapatricia8536
THIS IS THE KIND OF MUSIC I LOVE TO LISTEN. REALLY BEAUTIFUL THIS AND ALL THE SONGS
@loveihcnurnat664
simply sensational
@axdw9018
Origa,rest in peace.
@BlueStarKeiichi21
I have this song on my ipod. And before I ever saw the video, I always imagined there was a belly dancer on stage performng with them. And then I find this video and what do you know. There's a belly dancer on stage doing her thing!!! I couldn't believe it.
@ShinobiShaw
Excellent, love the addition of the trumpet for the live! Adds even more depth to this already profound song!
@RasDil
damn those belly dancers know how to get my attention :P ...just as beautiful as the music itself. Sugizo is awesome....definitely got a taste for his music thanks to your uploads! thanks man!
@litaeh6337
Perfect live, I can't sleep now! You all are so amazing!
@babyleopard1965
やはり世界的ミュージシャン
@kanatapaw
beautiful music.
love the dancers too.
@m1jime
i've been looking for this!! thank you so much