Guitar: Nii (弐)
Bass: ShuU (愁)
Drums: Яyo
<… Read Full Bio ↴Vocal: Satoshi (左迅)
Guitar: Nii (弐)
Bass: ShuU (愁)
Drums: Яyo
ex-vocalist: Tora /Cyrien (left 2004)
ex-guitarist: Hotaru (left 2004)
girugamesh (ギルガメッシュ, girugamesshu) is a Japanese alternative metal band, formed in 2003. They have said their name is derived from a character from a popular game who’s name was Gilgamesh. The music of girugamesh is heavy rock with gloomy undertones, but recently the band has been experimenting with electronic sounds.
Formed in 2003 in Chiba, Shuu and Nii had been friends since elementary school, the earliest incarnation of the band made its first performance while the members were still in high school.Girugamesh began playing gigs in 2004, until they were signed to record label Gaina-Japan. Their first major single, “Kaisen Sengen” was ranked #10 on the Oricon Indies chart. In 2005, Girugamesh embarked on a nation-wide tour, after which they released their first live DVD, featuring footage from the tour, and after more touring, released an EP, Goku - Shohankei Enban.
In 2007, girugamesh was signed to the European label Gan-Shin. The band then was part of a 9-band Japanese rock festival in Los Angeles, California called “J-Rock Revolution”. They were part of the second night alongside Merry, D’espairsRay, and Mucc. Around the time of J-Rock Revolution, some of the performing bands released material on the iTunes Music Store, including Girugamesh. On this, Ryo has commented that “if you really like the band after the initial listen, you will buy the original CD.”
girugamesh combines many elements in their music like very low basses and guitars. Their sound is sinister and dark but still melodic. Satoshi’s voice is really unique with his demonic screaming and beautiful pure vocals and adding some rapcore singing.
Their appearance has gradually changed, while girugamesh began in the visual kei scene, their style has changed: the trademark black suits, and now the new trademark: the black hoodies they are wearing today.
Although the members are young, their sound is polished, professional and catchy. Their musical talent is exemplified not only through their lyrics, which cover topics such as betrayal, crime and lies, but their constantly evolving sound.
The music of girugamesh is heavy rock with dark undertones, but recently the band has been experimenting with electronic elements.
Freaks
girugamesh Lyrics
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Joushou no itto no todoru inochi ga mata hitotsu mizukara no ishi de kantan ni hi wo kesu
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
[imi mo naku sugoshita kyou ha dare ka ga shinu hodo ni ikitai to negatta asu da]
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
[ikitai to negai kieteku inochi no me no mae de shinu koto nado dekiru ka dou ka]
kangaero
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
Amai amai tokai ueru koto naku asu ga kuru mitai
Nan no fujiyuu mo naku sugosu hibi ga atama wo tokashiteku
Sonna antara ga yume wo mite tsukutta kono wanda-rando
Kono kuni de iki wo suru ima no wakamono tachi ga mitsu wo suu
You're freaks mirai ha nai kono saki ha kurai
You're freaks aratame naose hibi minaose
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
The lyrics of the song "Freaks" by girugamesh revolve around the idea of being a misfit or an outcast in society. The song starts off with the line "Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka", which roughly translates to "signals of present evil". The line sets the tone for the song that goes on to talk about the struggles of people who are living on the fringes of society. The song speaks about the monotony of life and how people long for something that can bring excitement to their lives.
In the chorus of the song, the band members sing about the desire to die and the end of life as we know it. The line "Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai" can be translated to "modern conspirator wishes to die". The song speaks about the desperation and hopelessness that people feel when they are not able to fit in with society. The song challenges the traditional notion of success, fame and materialism that many people aspire to and suggests that there is more to life than just achieving these things.
Overall, "Freaks" is a powerful song that speaks about the journey of people who are not considered normal by society's standards. The song encourages people to embrace their uniqueness and not to be ashamed of who they are.
Line by Line Meaning
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
The signs of the current situation are red, the signs of the current situation are red.
Joushou no itto no todoru inochi ga mata hitotsu mizukara no ishi de kantan ni hi wo kesu
The simple willpower of raising a sword can extinguish a life with ease.
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS!! We wish for the death of the modern journalist.
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
FREAKS!! We have breathed new life into the rusted, defeated dog.
[imi mo naku sugoshita kyou ha dare ka ga shinu hodo ni ikitai to negatta asu da] wasureru na
Today, spent aimlessly, was a day we wished we could live as though someone was dying. Don't forget it.
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS!! We wish for the death of the modern journalist.
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
FREAKS!! We have breathed new life into the rusted, defeated dog.
[ikitai to negai kieteku inochi no me no mae de shinu koto nado dekiru ka dou ka] kangaero
Think about whether we can do anything, like dying in front of our own eyes as our wish disappears.
Amai amai tokai ueru koto naku asu ga kuru mitai
It seems like a sweet, sweet city without chaos will come tomorrow.
Nan no fujiyuu mo naku sugosu hibi ga atama wo tokashiteku
Days spent without any inconvenience melt our heads.
Sonna antara ga yume wo mite tsukutta kono wanda-rando
This wonderland was created by such an atmosphere of dreaming.
Kono kuni de iki wo suru ima no wakamono tachi ga mitsu wo suu
The young people living in this country are sucking honey.
You're freaks mirai ha nai kono saki ha kurai
You're freaks, there is no future beyond this darkness.
You're freaks aratame naose hibi minaose
You're freaks, reform and repeat your days.
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
The signs of the current situation are red, the signs of the current situation are red.
FREAKS !! Gendai no giseisha shinu koto wo negai
FREAKS!! We wish for the death of the modern journalist.
FREAKS !! Seizon wo houki shita kusarikitta make inu
FREAKS!! We have breathed new life into the rusted, defeated dog.
Genjou akka no kizashi genjou akka
The signs of the current situation are red, the signs of the current situation are red.
Contributed by Ella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.