Killing Me

L'Arc-en-Ciel

About Killing Me

"Killing Me" is the twenty-sixth single by L'Arc-en-Ciel, released on January 13, 2005. It debuted at number 1 on the Oricon chart, and was certified Gold by RIAJ for shipment of 100,000 copies. The single aroused public notice because they collaborated with Sayaka Aoki on the B-side song, "Round and Round 2005" (the second appearance by their alter ego, P'unk-en-Ciel).


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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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Release Information
"Killing Me" is a single by the Japanese rock band L'Arc-en-Ciel. It was released on January 13, 2005 in Japan under the Ki/oon label.
B-Sides
The single also includes the B-side track "Round and Round 2005", which is a re-recording of their song "Round and Round" from their True album.
Rankings
Upon release, "Killing Me" reached number one on the Oricon singles chart, marking the band's eleventh single to achieve this rank.
Sales
The single sold approximately 176,000 copies in Japan within its first week of release.
Music Video
The music video for "Killing Me" was directed by Tetsuya Nomura, known for his role as the director of Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts series.
Live Performances
L'Arc-en-Ciel frequently includes "Killing Me" in their live performances, indicating its popularity among fans. It was particularly memorable during their “L'Arc-en-Ciel Live 2020 L'Arcchella” concert.
Guitar Solo
The song is noted for its catchy guitar solo, played by the band's lead guitarist Ken. His experience and skill shine in the song, adding an additional layer of complexity to the sound.
Punk Influences
With its powerful guitar work, throbbing bassline, and punchy drums, "Killing Me" is a standout example of L'Arc-en-Ciel's punk influences.
Lyrics
In typical L'Arc-en-Ciel fashion, "Killing Me" features emotive and poetic lyrics which resonate with listeners. It serves as a commentary about experiences of extreme emotion and dissatisfaction with life, a common theme in the band's discography.
L'Arc-en-Ciel's Popularity
"Killing Me" is one of the songs that contributed to the band’s popularity overseas, especially in Americas and other Asian countries. L'Arc-en-Ciel is often known for their unique blend of alternative rock, pop, and punk, which is exemplified in songs such as "Killing Me".

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