The band was originally signed with Matina[/abel], but in March 2003, they switched over to PS COMPANY, right after replacing their original drummer ユネ (Yune) with their current one, 戒 (Kai) ex-drummer of Mareydi†Creia’. Since 2006 they have a European label contract with CLJ Records. In 2010 they signed in USA to Maru Music.
the GazettE has released 10 studio albums, "DISORDER" (2004), "NIL" (2006), "STACKED RUBBISH" (2007), "DIM" (2009), "TOXIC" (2011), "DIVISION" (2012), "BEAUTIFUL DEFORMITY" (2013), "DOGMA" (2015), "NINTH" (2018), "MASS" (2021) 6 Mini-Albums and 27 singles.
Members:
Vocalist : ルキ (RUKI) [[artist]Ma'die Kusse [drummer] -> L'ie:Chris [drummer] -> Kar+te=zyAnose [vocalist] -> the GazettE]
Guitarist : 麗 (Uruha) [[artist]Ma'die kusse -> L'ie:Chris -> kar+te=zyAnose -> the GazettE]
Guitarist : 葵 (Aoi) [[artist]Melville -> Artia -> the GazettE]
Bassist : れいた (Reita) [[artist]Ma'die Kusse -> L'ie:Chris -> Kar+te=zyAnose -> the GazettE]
Drummer : 戒 (Kai) [[artist]Mareydi†Creia’ -> La'deathopiA -> the GazettE]
Past members: ユネ (Yune)
Official website: the-gazette.com
Ogre
the GazettE Lyrics
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Sogai ji hei ken'o yokujou kiben jii seiteki abuse
Ogre play
God is not a humanist
I-n-f-e-c-t-i-o-n
Aizou mugon kyozetsu kai ri mu taku jaku ko iki zetsuen
Ogre play
God is a beast
God is a liar
You make money by faith
Ogre play
You are the ogre who wore skin of god
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics to follow. Jiga houkai ranyou kakusei fuyuu sakuran abuse, Sogai ji hei ken'o yokujou kiben jii seiteki abuse - refer to the destruction and chaos the world is experiencing presently. It talks about the abuse of power, control, and authority by those in positions of influence or those desirous of such positions to further their agendas, regardless of who they hurt in the process. In a way, it highlights the evils of society that people choose to ignore and are unwilling to speak against, which in turn creates a breeding ground for such heinous acts to continue unchecked.
The verse then continues with the lines Ogre play, God is not a humanist. The phrase "Ogre play" is used metaphorically here and is significant in describing conduct that is cruel, harsh, and insensitive. The artist is saying that God would not be indulging in such activities, given that God is supposed to be compassionate and empathetic towards his children, but it appears that the world is devoid of any such divinity. The I-n-f-e-c-t-i-o-n line further emphasizes the theme of the song and the interpretation that the world is in a state of chaos and corruption.
The next verse continues on this theme, highlighting the isolation and despair people feel when dealing with the chaos around them. It talks about the inner turmoil and loneliness that accompanies being overwhelmed by the atrocities that they witness every day. Through the lines Rinbu hakuri kodoku utsu kagai shisou jakusha no mure, the artists describe how these people feel separated from society and how they see themselves as outcasts in a world that has lost its humanity. The remainder of the lyrics talk about how people justify their actions and make excuses for their behaviour, something that is often used to justify the evil acts that people commit towards others.
Line by Line Meaning
Jiga houkai ranyou kakusei fuyuu sakuran abuse
The collapse of one's personality, dissonance, awakening, and floating cherry blossom abuse.
Sogai ji hei ken'o yokujou kiben jii seiteki abuse
External conflict, internal conflict, overflow of desire, deep-rooted malice, and sexual abuse.
Ogre play
This is a reference to self-destructive behavior.
God is not a humanist
This means that God is not someone who has an excessive or extreme attachment to the beliefs, opinions, or values of humanity.
I-n-f-e-c-t-i-o-n
This is likely a reference to the spread of negative emotions or behaviors and how they can infect others around you.
Aizou mugon kyozetsu kai ri mu taku jaku ko iki zetsuen
Love and hate are intertwined and lead to suffering, emptiness, and the desire for destruction.
Rinbu hakuri kodoku utsu kagai shisou jakusha no mure
Dancing without purpose, feeling lonely, and being surrounded by the corrupt and the wicked.
God is a beast
This means that God is capable of great destruction and chaos, much like a wild animal.
God is a liar
This suggests that God may not always tell the truth or be completely honest with humanity.
You make money by faith
This implies that faith can be a profitable thing, and that people can benefit financially from it.
You are the ogre who wore skin of god
This line refers to the idea that humans can put on a mask of holiness or righteousness, but underneath they are capable of savage and destructive behavior.
Contributed by Callie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.