Their debut single “Hitohira No Hanabira (ヒトヒラのハナビラ)", released on November 5, 2008, was the 17th ending theme for the famous anime series Bleach and ranked #25 on the Oricon Weekly Charts. Their second single "Namida No Mukou (泪のムコウ)" was the second opening theme for the second season of the Sunrise series Mobile Suit Gundam 00 and it ranked #2 in the Oricon charts.
In March 2009, the girls performed at SXSW 2009 in Austin, Texas, and received a thunderous ovation.
Their third single "I do it", released on April 22, 2009, is a collaboration with fellow Sony Music Entertainment Japan singer YUI. Their debut studio album "Hydrangea ga Saiteiru (ハイド.ランジアが咲いている)" was released on June 17, 2009 and ranked #7 on the Oricon weekly charts. The song “Seishun ni, Sono Namida ga Hitsuyou da!” from the album was featured in a Japanese Lipton Iced Tea television commercial. Shortly after, the band went on their first tour, A hydrangea blooms. Along with the tour goods, there were 50 signed score band books in each venue for purchase.
In August 2009, Stereopony released their fourth single "Smilife (スマイライフ)." “Smilife” was used as the theme song for the 2009 anime film Yatterman: Shin Yatter Mecha Daishūgō! Omocha no Kuni de Daikessen da Koron!. Their fifth single "Tsukiakari no Michishirube (ツキアカリのミチシルベ)" was also released with a tie-in with the second season of hit anime series Darker than Black: Ryūsei no Gemini; it ranked #8 on Oricon. Stereopony’s seventh single, "OVER DRIVE ", was released on May 12, 2010 and was used for the opening theme for the Japanese drama Pro Golfer Hana.
After releasing four singles, in June 2010 the girls released their much anticipated second studio album "OVER THE BORDER" and returned to the United States to perform at AnimeNEXT. It would be the first time for the band to perform at an anime convention in the United States. Their eighth single "Chiisana Mahou (小さな魔法)," the opening theme of anime series Letter Bee: REVERSE, was released on December 8, 2010.
Stereopony performed at Anime Boston 2011 as special guests at the Hynes Convention Center on April 23, 2011. They played a wide selection of songs from both albums and their latest single, as well as a cover of Green Day’s “American Idiot.” Shortly after returning from their appearance at Anime Boston, the group announced they would be providing the theme song to the 2011 film Tengoku kara no Yell (天国からのエール). Stereopony will collaborate with the band Kariyushi58 to produce the single "Tatoeba Utaenakunattara (たとえば唄えなくなったら)" to be released on August 10, 2011. Stereopony will contribute the song “Akashi” (証) on the Zone tribute album Zone Tribute: Kima ga Kureta Mono (ZONEトリビュート～君がくれたもの～) to be released on August 10, 2011; “Akashi” is a cover of Zone’s 2002 single. On July 16, 2011 Aimi officially started an Ameblo blog. The band's tenth single, "Arigatō" (ありがとう?), will be released on September 28, 2011. The movie version of the music video for the single, released on September 1, 2011, featured well known movie actor Abe Hiroshi. He also will be on the cover of the Version B single.
Stereopony decided to disband in October 2012.
Effective Line
Stereopony Lyrics
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わかってるつもりだったよ
モノクロのココロ
切り替えたい
effective line
何も言えないまま
壊れてゆくのはゴメンだ
変えてみせる
いい事ばかりじゃないよ
でも負けるわけにゆかないから
モノクロのココロ
塗り替えたい
effective line
In Stereopony's song "Effective Line," the lyrics touch on realizing that life isn't always easy and there are hardships to face. The singer acknowledges that she understands this fact, as her heart feels like it's in black and white and she wants to switch it up. She wants to change her ineffective way of thinking and lifestyle, to turn her life into a "colorful" one, full of positivity and opportunities.
Despite the challenges, she refuses to let herself fall apart, as she doesn't want to break under the pressure. Instead, she strives to become more vibrant, slowly changing her outlook on life. While there may be setbacks and disappointments along the way, she won't allow them to defeat her. She recognizes that there is much to gain from life, and that the key to changing one's circumstances is to stay resilient and positive.
In essence, "Effective Line" speaks to the idea of taking charge of one's life, and accepting both the good and bad aspects of it. One must have the courage to face challenges head-on and strive to create a brighter future for themselves through a change in perspective.
Line by Line Meaning
いい事ばかりじゃないよ
Life is not always good
わかってるつもりだったよ
I thought I understood
モノクロのココロ
A heart lacking vibrancy
切り替えたい
I want to switch it up
effective line
A powerful solution
何も言えないまま
Silently watching
壊れてゆくのはゴメンだ
Sorry I'm breaking down
鮮やかな色彩に
I want vivid colors
変えてみせる
I'll make the change
でも負けるわけにゆかないから
Can't afford to lose
塗り替えたい
I want to repaint
Contributed by Violet J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@alyssavictoriaa5
They are such a solid band. Aimi's unique voice and guitar work, Nohana's awesome bass playing, and Shiho killing it on drums..easily the best all girl Japanese band. I miss them.
@fabricadojoe
+alyssavictoriaa5 Best Japanese band, full stop. Of either gender. Will we ever see their like again?
@shadowshinyshowsgaming4061
+alyssavictoriaa5 Yea dude you are right. They are the best. And i miss them too.
@roarb9113
I think you guys are forgetting about Ho-kago Tea Time...
@alyssavictoriaa5
I don't mind Scandal but I have always preferred Stereopony. Aimi has a much better voice and Shiho is a better drummer.
@napa5235
They were the best :(
@Thunterise
Holy shit that drummer is good. Right on point with perfect rhythm.
The entire performance is amazing but the drummer really stood out.
@fabricadojoe
+Unilythe Shiho at her best. Vastly underrated.
@vaffangool9196
I get that they downplayed some aspects of their talent. If you combine Minor Threat's straightforward rage with The Go-Go's pop sensibilities and Rush's technical prowess, you should end up with shit soup. Instead you get Stereopony, and thank god.
@MrShinobiguy
Man they sounded amazing live. I love bands like that.