Chim Chap, a four-piece mix band from Shiga, will release their fifth and exclusive single, “End of the Night,” on March 12th. This is Chim Chap’s first ballad song, and is a slightly more mature song that reminds me of an urban night, like a scene from a trendy 90s drama. Starting with the intro of a melancholy guitar riff, Jesse’s sexy singing voice accentuates the song’s mood. The lyrics express the conflict and self-restraint of living according to the character created by others, as well as the loneliness that can’t be seen when you become alone and not be able to show that. The “Lay me, Lay you by my side Lay you, Lay me by your side” that can be heard repeatedly here and there is an interpretation of “cling with (the real me) and clinging to you,” but it is an impressive part that gives you a sense of strength in your feelings when you refrain. The song concludes with the song’s climax, with guitarist Jesse playing a long “crying” guitar solo. The highlight of this song is also a part that is attracting attention from fans, as it is a different arrangement each time. This will be the first ballad to show Chim Chap’s new potential.
The music video was also released at the same time as the release. The director is Yoshio Nakaiso, who has continued to take photos of CHAI and NEE. The sight of Jesse as he continues to walk aimlessly on the night of Tokyo, aimlessly alone, and the sight of a man carrying a sense of loneliness and alienation gives the impression of the lyrics. The video is dark and lonely, but I’m sure there are quite a few young people living in modern society who can relate to this song. This is a song that you should enjoy in depth by combining it with the lyrics, melody and video.
The character of “self” lurks in my head.
A character that only me can see and touches me.
But for some reason, the eyes of those around me show a different character.
This is how I start to worry about what others think and live my life playing various characters.
It’s as if you’re living another person’s life.
Acting makes you weak, and playing you lose sight of yourself.
And at the end of the night, I return to the character “I”.
Jesse
[Release Information]
Chim Chap
5th single “End of the Night”
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Play/Purchase Link: https://orcd.co/cc_endofthenight
Music Video: https://youtu.be/iNRCvSqYwVU
[Live information]
3/15 MiMiNOKOROCK FES JAPAN @Osaka Live House
3/18 ca$h from chao$ @ShibuyaMilkyway
3/20 haruberrylive”CIRCUIT”2025 @Utsunomiya Live House
3/26 Teen White Paper 2025 ~Final Tournament~ @Shinsaibashi BIGCAT
3/28 DOG STOCK pre. “RUN!” @Shimokitazawa THREE
4/6 Dera Rock Festival 2025 @Osaka Live House
4/13 THE BONDS 2024 -GIGANTIC TOWN MEETING- @Osaka Live House
5/22 ReG x SHOTATOO presents “HANDS-ON APPROACH” -ReG 15th Anniversary Live- Shimokitazawa ReG
6/4 Exclusive Ross -my own- VOL.5 @Shimokitazawa BASEMENTBAR
Chim Chap is a 4-piece mixing band from Shiga. Based in the Kansai region, he is active in live houses and street performances. He won the grand prize in “ESP BAND CONTEST 2023” and “Teen White Paper 2024” and also appeared at large festivals such as “SUMMER SONIC 2024 – Can’t you make it? Summer Soni!?-” and “Inazuma Rock Festival 2024.” Each member has different roots, including rock, pop, jazz, and funk, and features a variety of colorful songs.
One of Chim Chap’s charms is the lyrics of a Japanese/English mix created by Jesse, which has its roots in Japan and the United States, and the unique style of playing as lead guitar, despite being vocal and guitar.
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●YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@ChimChap
