In 1996, after the break up of t-kimura's previous project Favorite Blue, he formed the band move and, by 1997, they released their first single ROCK IT DOWN. They however truly achieved fame when their followup single, around the world, was used as the opening theme for the anime Initial D (頭文字D). In 2005, the group changed their name by adding abbreviation marks between letters and are were still signed with the avex tune recording label.
On December 2, 2008, t-kimura stated on m.o.v.e’s official web site that he would focus more on production, and less on performing. On April 10, 2009, m.o.v.e performed with DJ T-Tashiro during an anime convention, Kamikazecon II, in Houston, Texas; the group anounced that t-kimura would no longer perform on-stage.
In November 2009, it was anounced that yuri was pregnant and would be getting married, thus taking a hiatus from the band for onstage performances. While m.o.v.e recorded two new albums in 2010, Dream Again and anim.o.v.e 02, the band didn't show any other activity (though motsu made guest appearances in many shows, lives and musical collaborations) until yuri went back on stage on October 2010.
m.o.v.e is perhaps best known for the unique style with which they blend rock, rap, electronica, metal and many other genres into their music. m.o.v.e are also well-known for their many contributions as opening and ending themes to the Initial D (頭文字D) series. These include around the world, Rage your dream, BREAK IN2 THE NITE, Blazin' Beat, Gamble Rumble, DOGFIGHT and Noizy Tribe. The also provided the opening theme for the anime series Ikkitousen (一騎当千) with their song Drivin' Through the Night as well as the ending theme for the anime Final Fantasy Unlimited, Romancing Train, and the ending credits for KOEI's Dynasty Warriors 2 (真・三國無双, Shin Sangokumusou), Can't Quit This!!!! ~KNOCK'EM OUT~ (SH FUNK MIX).
On December 7 2012, the band announced that, after 15 years, they would break up. A last Best of album called "Best Moves ~and moves goes on~", scheduled to be released on Feb. 17 2013, and a last show in March 2013 are left behind as a goodbye to the fans.
This is my heartache
m.o.v.e Lyrics
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Don't know I can't feel it in my soul anymore
I can't explain it. Half the time I'm angry and I'm dangerous
Other half I'm nervous and I'm anxious and the flame gets
Breathin' through my flesh like a demon
Ain't no coming back, once I'm beasting man I'm leaving
Hells halls, you hear the wolves cry
That's where people like me go to die
But they don't know I know just how they see me on the surface
Momma I'm working... on our new single for the bitches will pay the rent
To the top two percent once it's finished
That's just a dream though. I keep it away from my blood thirsty ego
It wants to eat me whole
The teeth alone are like needles in my bones and I'm all alone
I'm with that devil 'til the morning comes
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
Burning alive, you can see it in my eyes
Looking for paradise except my logic don't allow the afterlife
I want it so bad. And then my prayers hit the wind
And I'm jealous of a Christian like I've never been
Cus I've got nothing to believe in. And nothing lasts forever Drake
Even the weather that's why the seasons change
They hold strong for a second then they're gone
Like a record or a broad and I'm just referencing your God and
This will pass too. It better soon, I'm planning nix in my bedroom. My heaven's overdue
The monster machete and I'm still lying about loveless and I just wanna score like Wayne Gretzky
I'm a thug nigga
Silver tongue dripping Tequila into the mud
My whole life's in irony, look at where I'm from
I'm in the burbs but I'll stomp your fucking face into the curb
And I've got some words and some verbs that'll leave your favorite MC served
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
I can feel it going everything I touch gets crushed into the moment
I can't hold it. My fingertips slip every time that I re-adjust my grip
So I'm a ride one more time for the serpents make it worth it
Sick of searching Not even certain there's a purpose
Maybe I'll grab a trade and get respected as a person
But the right to write commercial hasn't grabbed me yet
I've only fucked with dirty money. Don't even remember how to cash a check
It's fucked up isn't it? I was good at flipping shit
Can't compete with Government and now my fucking money's spent
My crew used to b-boy. We said we'd always be boys
But where's the love and loyalty once we judge each other socially?
Brothers I used to love to see now I hope don't notice me
And hopefully this hoodie keeps these cowboys from roping me
Finally the fight in me calms my anxieties and now I'm doubting I'm even idling
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
This is my heart. My flesh and my bones
This one is my love. The keys to my soul
Wanderin' lost. Which way to go
Feeling lost and unsure of the direction to take in life
Don't know I can't feel it in my soul anymore
Feeling disconnected and unable to find purpose or passion
I can't explain it. Half the time I'm angry and I'm dangerous
Feeling unable to express emotions properly, resulting in anger and destructive behavior
Other half I'm nervous and I'm anxious and the flame gets
Experiencing anxiety and fear, which intensifies the internal struggle
Breathin' through my flesh like a demon
The internal turmoil and negative emotions consuming and suffocating
Ain't no coming back, once I'm beasting man I'm leaving
Once caught in a destructive mindset or behavior, it feels impossible to escape
Hells halls, you hear the wolves cry
Feeling trapped and surrounded by negativity and despair
That's where people like me go to die
Identifying with a sense of hopelessness and self-destruction
And I deserve it. My own homeyboys know that I'm worthless
Believing that personal worth is low and even friends recognize it
But they don't know I know just how they see me on the surface
Aware of how others perceive and judge on the surface level, without understanding the true struggle
Momma I'm working... on our new single for the bitches will pay the rent
Putting effort into creating music that aims to generate income and support
To the top two percent once it's finished
Aspiring for success and recognition among the elite
That's just a dream though. I keep it away from my blood thirsty ego
Recognizing the dream as unrealistic and keeping it separate from ego-driven desires
It wants to eat me whole
The ego's appetite for success threatens to consume and destroy the person
The teeth alone are like needles in my bones and I'm all alone
The destructive nature of ego causes immense pain and isolation
I'm with that devil 'til the morning comes
Stuck in a self-destructive cycle until a new day dawns
Burning alive, you can see it in my eyes
Expressing a deep inner turmoil and pain that is visible in one's eyes
Looking for paradise except my logic don't allow the afterlife
Searching for happiness and fulfillment, but logic restricts belief in an afterlife
I want it so bad. And then my prayers hit the wind
Desiring something intensely, but feeling that prayers and hopes go unanswered
And I'm jealous of a Christian like I've never been
Feeling envious of those who have faith and find comfort in their beliefs
Cus I've got nothing to believe in. And nothing lasts forever Drake
Lacking a sense of belief and acknowledging that nothing, not even fame, is eternal
Even the weather that's why the seasons change
Using the changing seasons as a metaphor for the impermanence of all things
They hold strong for a second then they're gone
Moments of stability and strength are fleeting and temporary
Like a record or a broad and I'm just referencing your God and
Comparing the temporary nature of life to the fleeting existence of a record or a woman, while questioning the concept of a higher power
This will pass too. It better soon, I'm planning nix in my bedroom. My heaven's overdue
Acknowledging that the pain and struggle will eventually pass, but hoping for a change soon. Expressing a desire for personal paradise or peace
The monster machete and I'm still lying about loveless and I just wanna score like Wayne Gretzky
Using violent imagery to depict the internal conflicts and admitting to lying about being emotionless. Desiring success and recognition akin to Wayne Gretzky's achievements
I'm a thug nigga
Identifying or expressing oneself as someone with a tough or rebellious attitude
Silver tongue dripping Tequila into the mud
Being eloquent in speech but wasting it on negativity and destructive behavior
My whole life's in irony, look at where I'm from
Recognizing the irony of one's life situation, especially considering one's upbringing or background
I'm in the burbs but I'll stomp your fucking face into the curb
Living in a suburban area but still being capable of violent and aggressive behavior
And I've got some words and some verbs that'll leave your favorite MC served
Confident in one's lyrical abilities, asserting that they can easily outperform and surpass other talented musicians
I can feel it going everything I touch gets crushed into the moment
Sensing that everything one comes into contact with ends up being destroyed or ruined in the process
I can't hold it. My fingertips slip every time that I re-adjust my grip
Feeling unable to maintain control or grasp onto something firmly, constantly slipping and losing grip
So I'm a ride one more time for the serpents make it worth it
Dedicating one last effort or attempt to prove oneself to those who doubt or criticize, seeking validation
Sick of searching Not even certain there's a purpose
Tired of seeking meaning or direction and uncertain if there even is a purpose
Maybe I'll grab a trade and get respected as a person
Considering the possibility of pursuing a different career path in hopes of gaining respect and recognition
But the right to write commercial hasn't grabbed me yet
Not yet finding success or acceptance in writing mainstream or commercial music
I've only fucked with dirty money. Don't even remember how to cash a check
Being involved with illegal or unethical activities, to the point of forgetting or never learning proper financial procedures
It's fucked up isn't it? I was good at flipping shit
Reflecting on the messed up situation and acknowledging that one was once skilled at illegal activities
Can't compete with Government and now my fucking money's spent
Unable to match the power or control of the government, resulting in financial struggles or losses
My crew used to b-boy. We said we'd always be boys
Reminiscing about the past when the crew engaged in breakdancing and pledged eternal friendship
But where's the love and loyalty once we judge each other socially?
Questioning the existence of love and loyalty within the crew when judgment and social evaluation become factors
Brothers I used to love to see now I hope don't notice me
Formerly beloved allies or friends are now individuals the singer wishes would not recognize or acknowledge their presence
And hopefully this hoodie keeps these cowboys from roping me
Wearing a hoodie as a way to avoid or deter confrontations or judgments from others
Finally the fight in me calms my anxieties and now I'm doubting I'm even idling
The inner struggles and conflicts temporarily subside, leading to questioning one's very existence or purpose
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ethan Manning
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Austin Jacob
on Rage Your Dream
The lyrics to m.o.v.e's song Rage your dream talk about a person's desire to escape the dullness of reality and to follow their dreams. The city is described as being made of imitation and simulations, which makes the singer feel numb and without any impressions. The lyrics then transition to the singer's desire to feel real and to live their dream fully. They want to feel the wind, taste the vibration, and rage their dream. The chorus repeats this sentiment, emphasizing the idea of feeling alive and never forgetting to chase after one's dreams, even in the face of obstacles.
The second verse of the song talks about how others may try to bring the singer down by telling them to toughen up and not stop, but ultimately, the singer believes in the power of their dream and will continue to streak it. They are willing to face sacrifice and cry to reach their peak and sweep the winding street. The song then continues to emphasize the importance of chasing one's dream and never giving up, even when the world is breaking around them. They will continue to rage their dream, even in the face of darkness and through frozen nights.
Overall, the lyrics of the song have a message of hope and perseverance. It encourages listeners to never give up on their dreams, no matter how difficult the road ahead may be.