It's just a sweet revenge
I wanna know if it hurts enough
It's just my twisted mind
I wanna know if it's too much for you
Recall the memories and defeat your enemies
Shutting yourself to kill the 世界 ホラー
Hesitation will kill another one 怖
Hang on tight
Hit it bang bang bang
Don't you think we're the chosen ones?
Breaking the limit and driving far
Leaving everyone it's just the two of us
Do you think we're the chosen ones?
Breaking the limit and driving far
Play with me a little more and leave your deepest mark
Keep up that fXXX good vibin energy
No one stopping this kind of chemistry
We got no time or room for a jealousy
You better not stop
Keep up that fXXX good vibin energy
No one stopping this kind of chemistry
Stop Stop I think that's enough for today
Bring it on
Don't you think we're the chosen ones?
Breaking the limit and driving far
Leaving everyone it's just the two of us
Do you think we're the chosen ones?
Breaking the limit and driving far
Play with me a little more and leave your deepest mark
I wonder if this was the only 道
We can't seem to find another fXXX way
引き金を引けばend this nightmare?
- Lyricist
Tak
- Composer
kenken
- Producer
ARKTA
- Mixing Engineer
kenken
- Mastering Engineer
kenken
- Graphic Design
kenken
- Guitar
kenken
- Vocals
kenken, Tak
Listen to Zero by ARKTA
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Rejected
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Zero
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DIVE
ARKTA
E - 4
Seraphim
ARKTA
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As Oneself
ARKTA
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"As Oneself" is a work that confronts human vulnerability, struggle, conflict, and loss. While transforming them into strength, portraying the act of living as one's true self.
Each track captures a range of emotions that intersect throughout life: anger turned into resilience, the joy of sharing strength with others, and the hope found even within isolation. At its core, the message remains consistent: "As Oneself" means to live as who you are.
Structured as a five-track narrative, the EP tells a story of human growth and renewal from defiance against injustice, to instinctive release, to moments of liberation and euphoria, into loss and solitude, and finally toward self-acceptance and a vision of the future.
Through contrasts of strength and fragility, hope and despair, destruction and rebirth, the EP arrives at self-affirmation, marking a new artistic culmination for ARKTA. "As Oneself" awakens the courage to live as oneself."
Artist Profile
ARKTA
ARKTA is an alternative rock project formed by Los Angeles-based Tak and Tokyo-based kenken. Drawing from nu-metal and emo, the project blends heavy band-driven sound with melodic elements and emotionally driven storytelling. Tak is based in the United States and is also active as a ring announcer for NJPW STRONG (New Japan Pro-Wrestling's U.S. events), as well as being known as the vocalist of North American project Quietude. Meanwhile, kenken is a former member of metalcore band DELHEZI and has also worked as a support guitarist for Another Story, building experience across both the Japanese and North American rock scenes. In 2021, ARKTA contributed music to NITRO CHiRAL's visual novel Slow Damage, including 'Keep Me Alive' and 'Damaging You.' Through the project, ARKTA gained attention for its music's connection to visual and narrative-driven elements. In 2022, ARKTA made its live debut at CHiRAL LIVE 2022 × Slow Damage in Tokyo, with the show selling out. The following year, the duo performed at its first festival in Los Angeles, further expanding its presence internationally. In 2024, ARKTA released its first self-produced EP, 'From Where The City Lights Burn', showcasing its DIY approach to production and continued evolution. The release was followed by a Japan tour, establishing ARKTA's presence as a live act. In 2025, ARKTA released its second EP, 'As Oneself'. Building on the balance between aggression and melody, the release expanded the project's sound into a more cinematic and introspective territory. The accompanying Japan tour included appearances at Tokyo Calling, In The Family Fest, and Hiroshima Super DX, further strengthening ARKTA's presence as a live-driven project. Moving beyond conventional boundaries of country and genre, ARKTA continues to build its own world through music, visual elements, and storytelling. In 2026, the duo performed at 'THE CHiRAL NIGHT' at Omiya Sonic City and held its first one-man concert at CLUB MALCOLM in Shibuya, Tokyo. The show sold out and was met with an enthusiastic response. On September 30, 2026, ARKTA will release its debut full-length album, The Untold Story of Someone, bringing together six years of the project's music and creative journey.
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