Stay Away

L'Arc-en-Ciel

About Stay Away

"Stay Away" is the 21st single by Japanese rock band L'Arc-en-Ciel, released on July 19, 2000. On the same day, Japanese rock band Glay's single "Mermaid" was also released. Although "Stay Away" sold over 504,000 copies in the first week, "Mermaid" debuted at number 1 with the sales of over 525,000 copies. The second track "Get out from the Shell" is also included in their album Real as the English-language song "Get out from the Shell (Asian version)". "Stay Away" was elected as "the best video of the year" at the "Space Shower Music Video Awards 00".  


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L'Arc-en-Ciel

L'Arc-en-Ciel ("The Rainbow" in French, stylized as L'Arc~en~Ciel) is a Japanese rock band that was founded in 1991 in Osaka. The group has sold over 15 million albums, 16 million singles, and millions of merchandise, including videos.[citation needed] In 2003, they were ranked 58 on a list of the top 100 Japanese pop musicians by HMV Japan. While they first got their start as a visual kei band, they have not had any association with the movement since their major label debut in 1994. more »

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Band Formation
"Stay Away" is a song by L'Arc-en-Ciel, a rock band that was formed in 1991 in Osaka, Japan. The band's name is French for 'The Rainbow.'
Album Release
The song "Stay Away" was included in their sixth album "Real," which was released on August 30, 2000.
Genre Classification
"Stay Away" is best described as J-rock, which is an abbreviation for Japanese Rock. This genre closely follows the Western rock style but incorporates Japanese cultural and musical influences.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Stay Away," was a commercial success. It peaked at No. 1 on the Oricon Singles Chart, a prestigious Japanese music chart.
Live Performances
The high-energy song "Stay Away" is known for its impactful live performances. Notably, it was performed during the band's 15th L'Anniversary Live, a concert that marked their 15th anniversary.
Music Video
The music video for "Stay Away" features the band performing in a futuristic setting, complete with robots and high-tech machinery, reflecting the band's innovative approach to music.
Signature Sounds
"Stay Away" highlights L'Arc-en-Ciel's distinctive sound that incorporates elements of punk, pop, heavy metal, and alternative rock. The song's catchy hooks, dynamic rhythms, and soaring vocals are emblematic of the band's style.
Member Contributions
"Stay Away" was primarily composed by the band's bassist Tetsuya Ogawa (also known as "tetsuya"), with all members contributing to the final arrangement.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics, written by the band's frontman hyde, include themes of youthful rebellion and the desire for freedom, common ideas in many of L'Arc-en-Ciel's songs.
Impact
L'Arc-en-Ciel's wild popularity in Japan and abroad has made songs like "Stay Away" influential in shaping the direction of the J-rock genre.
Influence on Other Artists
The song has been influential among other Japanese rock acts, inspiring many younger bands with its unique approach to the rock genre.

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