A Symphony For Akira Toriyama | By Gladius

A LITTLE BIT OF MY STORY:
Now that I've had time to stop crying, I've been thinking about why I feel the way I did and still do about Akira Toriyama's masterpiece, Dragon Ball. And honestly, it's hard to put into words. I don't know exactly what happened in my childhood that created the perfect conditions for me to discover Dragon Ball and be so captivated by its story. I suppose I found some kind of refuge in it; seeing the legend of the Super Saiyan come true showed me the potential of transformation in the face of all that is hopeless.
In my adult life, when I needed it the most, it came back to me, through the music. Four years ago I had a psychosis. My mind was on the verge of coming apart, and I thought I was going to lose my grip on reality all together. I was in Egypt at the time, 10000 miles away from home. Earlier I had cached the DBZ Soundtrack on my Spotify, and I played SSJ Transformation from Faulconer Productions off my phone while I was in the shower, feeling like the demons were coming for me. In my head, it was like I was standing on an island, staring down Frieza, and the only way to move forward was to transform. It helped me, maybe even saved me from this darkness that was emerging within me.
Having thought about it immensely since then, I believe that stories live inside us, we model ourselves after them and they guide our own story. When I was afflicted by my psychosis, my ability to recognize patterns increased dramatically, as well as my creativity. At best, it was like I had super powers, but at worst I was a paranoid wreck. A battle had begun in my psyche, and I was almost lost. But the foundation of who I am: watching DBZ when I was a kid; for a moment like that, I couldn't have asked for a better story to guide me out of the dark and into the light. There truly is so much heart in Dragon Ball, and it seems that thank you will never be enough for what Toriyama created.
He taught me through Gohan, that you shouldn't be so hard on yourself when you fail, and just because you've stepped away from what you're good at for a while doesn't mean that you can't return potentially better than before.
He taught me through Trunks, that there's not enough darkness in this world that can block out all the light that comes from deep in your heart. If you have to go back into your past and seek the help from parts of your self to help you move forward; that's nothing to be ashamed of.
He taught me through Vegeta and Piccolo, that even those who are considered evil can be redeemed. At a closer glance, that evil comes from a place of desperately trying to subdue their own world by inflicting pain on others, to reunite with their true selves before they were taught to be that way.
And he taught me through Goku, that even when the walls are closing in, or the evil is 1000000 times stronger than you, that you don't give up because there is always strength inside waiting to be unleashed. Nobody gets to tell you what your limits are.
Thank you, forever Toriyama-Sensei. Your story will live on forever. And I bloody mean that. Have fun with the Kais, The Destroyers and Grand Zeno!
A SYMPHONY FOR TORIYAMA:
I wanted to use Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku as the basis for my Symphony; I'd never heard a choir sing the lyrics with the slower version used in the SSJ4 transformation before, so with the help of my friend Antonia Brightwell (who sung for me on Broly's Symphony), we created a choir together with hers and my voice. Each piece put together created a medley, and with each piece is a different theme/s:
Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku (Izumi Sakai and Tetsurō Oda) - Childhood, Generations
Universes Restored/Vegetas Sacrifice (Norihito Sumitomo) - The Echo Of Battle
Mystical Journey (Takeshi Ike, Seiichi Kyōda, Onikado Izumi) - The Story Of Dragon Ball, Friendship
We Were Angels (Takeshi Ike, Osamu Tozuka, Yukinojō Mori) - The Story Of Dragon Ball Z, Gohan's Rage
SSJ3 Powerup (Julius Dobos)- Transformation
Compromise (Norihito Sumitomo) - The Story Of Dragon Ball Super, Victory, Peace
Universes Restored (Reprise) - The Tournament Of Power, Breaking Limits
Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku (Reprise) - Sacrifice, Love
It was a lot of work making the video and art (I like to think that the choir singing Dan Dan Kokoro in my musical piece is the characters themselves singing). But I would accept nothing less when it came to making a Tribute for the man who's work was the greatest influence in my life. I tried my best to color correct each clip too, some were a bit too far gone though. Enjoy.
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DISCLAIMER: This video features covers, remixes, remakes, and rearrangements of the soundtracks from Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, and Dragon Ball Super. Please note that all rights to the original compositions and sound recordings belong to their respective owners, including but not limited to Toei Animation, Shueisha, and their affiliated companies.

[@multiverse_media2023]

Thank you Akira Toriyama, for building our childhood. And telling the story of how a young lower class Saiyan became the greatest icon in all of Anime history.

[@Alexandru96317]

Indeed, and also thanks to release my entire childhood of Dragon Ball

[@rafaelasensiolapena1794]

Playstation 5 la videoconsola compratela si❤

[@lampan8786]

DRAGON BALL 4 EVER

[@Driginal87]

Saiyan Life. 7 Beams blast 🫡 🙏🏿

[@elfandi]

MEGUSTARIA MUCHO VUELVE SERIE 2024

[@majimanoaniki5625]

I cried, thank you. from a japanese guy who started watching dragonball since 1986.

[@GladiusThemes]

💜

[@tisenpai514]

😭

[@lorenzogamer87antonio5]

@@GladiusThemesand i singed some parts with the video happening

[@Kingzylo]

On this day we are brothers, forever joined through a great story and a great man. RIP to the Godfather of Manga and anime. His influence and work will ring out for centuries to come!

[@lack92]

Io sono nato nel 1992 ma sono cresciuti guardando queste meravigliose opere che mi accompagneranno e che porterò per sempre nelle mio ❤️

[@vandanasangma9532]

"Goodbye,my friend" -Vegeta

[@jonathanwilshaw1133]

Even you, best buddy. Whoever knows that, you know

[@WorthyEpert1]

@@jonathanwilshaw11334kids dub?

[@BlueBlurFan1991]

@@jonathanwilshaw1133 DBZ abridged VEGETA YES!

[@TheAwsomeManny]

Feels kinda wrong to have vegeta say it if it’s for toriyama

[@BretBeall-k5t]

Thank You, for being My Only Friend -Piccolo

[@TotallyNotMark]

Utterly spectacular tribute. Thank you for creating this friend.

[@GladiusThemes]

Ah thank you my friend!! 💜🥰 That means so much!!

[@purpledrakon1307]

Crazy that Akira Toriyama made such a global cultural impact, we are driven to literally compose ballad's in honor of his work and stories

[@StevenJones851]

It's amazing

[@STH151NicoleFan]

He was a hero to millions. He gave us some of the best adventures we’ve ever had in our lives and helped inspire others to do the same. Without him, there wouldn’t be so many stories, worlds and their own adventures in the world today.

[@HandheldGamer1991]

Hou must be new to the internet and fandoms then. Its been a rhing way bwfore akira passed away

[@StevenJones851]

@@STH151NicoleFan agreed he was a legend and Hero

[@TheGamingWarriors125]

@@STH151NicoleFan and he and the creator of Sailor Moon and several others paved way for us in the US to enjoy anime. I shudder to think of it wouldn’t have hit in the 90s what we’d be watching now. And as an adult I still watch anime because it’s amazing … stories. We all have them and if we all shared our ideas I’m sure the world would have more in store for us .

[@thepaper888]

Work Hard, Study Well, Eat and Sleep Plenty. That is the Turtle Hermit way to learn. We Must Master the Art of Peace in Addition to the Art of War.

[@rubenelodio]

The turtle hermit school Will be with us, always. R.I.P to a Legend.👑❤️

[@jcmick8430]

Lots of pushups, lots of situps, and plenty of juice

[@TrueUltraPrime]

"A legend never really dies until they are forgotten"

[@jonassavimbi5341]

May he never die

[@ReliktAngel]

the internet never forgets

[@morpheoss]

a hero is remembered but a legend never dies.

[@thomasbachman3084]

"For it is in passing that we achieve immortality."

[@terryhintz9339]

Then this will be a legend that will never die...rest sensei...

[@jessejeffries7883]

“ The goal is not to live forever, it is to create something that will.” - Akira Toriyama. I will always wish I could have met him , but regardless his works will continue to inspire me and many others for eternity.

[@meshootskeet4327]

"We all die. The goal isn't to live forever. The goal is to create something that will." - Chuck Palahniuk

[@mbras9176]

Its a good quote but its was not authored by akira

[@CallmeDeleto7709]

Goodbye Akira Toriyama. You gave us some of the most memorable characters. The gentle, yet strong Gohan, the serious family man, Piccolo, The prideful Prince of the Saiyans, Vegeta, and most importantly, the Saiyan raised on Earth, Son Goku. Thank you for the memories Mr. Toriyama. Your legacy will be remembered as one of the best manga artists and the creator of the one and only..... Dragon Ball. Edit: 637 likes?? I didn't know i would express my feelings about this legend and expect all of you guys to agree! Edit 2: 857 likes!? I didn't know all you people agreed with how I described Mr. Toriyama and his characters this much! Edit 3 (final): Thank you for 1k likes everyone, I meant all of this as a tribute for Mr. Toriyama. He inspired me to work as an artist and train myself to become better. Remember everyone; work hard, study well, eat and sleep plenty, and stay safe.... that is the Turtle Hermit way! Thank you yet again, and rest easy everyone. Fly high Akira Toriyama... and have fun with King Kai! 🕊

[@LeroyLegacy]

That was beautiful 😢

[@LetPlaySpidey18]

What about great character like videl that married Gohan

[@balla1570]

@@LetPlaySpidey18videl great but hes talking about the ogs the goats the warriors

[@Pakos-Terimos]

Don't forget me, It's me i found Goku first 🥺😭

[@ShadowRanma]

Can't argue with the truth.

[@Delta-07999]

"In an instant, one of the greatest manga authors has passed to the otherworld. His stories will forever be immortalized within many and inspire generations to come, this was the man who made many childhoods, the one who pushed everyone to never give up. His name, Akira Toriyama."

[@atlant_stjepan6431]

"Akira Toryiama, thanks." "For what; I should be the one thanking the community" "Nah, what do you mean? I loved every minute of the DB franschise." "Goodbye, legend..."

[@TheRealKukorica]

uffff that hits hard....:(

[@ninjaling5059]

Well said 🥲🥲🥲

[@theolob99]

except Super, right ?

[@delacruzdelacruz3633]

I remember when I was in elementary grade. Our teacher told us to choose a particular topic that interests us and make a report about it. And then, I decided to create a report about the Dragon ball anime series. We'll it is expected that everyone will laugh at my work. But my teacher literally cried cause it makes her remember the time she first watch the series and saved her from killing herself. She was depressed and she said that this anime series saved her. Akira Toriyama is a warrior and a legend. I thank you as well for giving us the best childhood ever. ❤❤❤ SOAR HIGH and REST IN PEACE.

[@TheRagingSpartan534]

Here lies a teacher, a mentor, a legend, the father of anime, the father of manga, a sensei, a creator, and a person who had created a family of people who love his work, a doorway of escaping reality and going on a heart-felt story of a boy who grew up into the face of hard work and breaking limits. Rest in power, Akira Toriyama, keep training with King kai 🙌 Take our energy and break your limits. KAMEHAMEHA!!!!!!!!!!

[@Luke_wait_for_it_marengo]

Beautifully stated. Full of love and respect. Thankyou for this

[@TheRagingSpartan534]

@Luke_wait_for_it_marengo no problem. Dragon ball was my escape from school, and to hear the creator passed away broke me, so I decided to pay my respects to the man.

[@Luke_wait_for_it_marengo]

@TheRagingSpartan534 consider it payed in full in my eyes. Well done sir

[@TheRagingSpartan534]

@@Luke_wait_for_it_marengo Dragon ball fans FOREVER!!!!! ✊️

[@lydiamcgowan2125]

Akira maybe gone but he will never ever be forgotten….😢

[@VictoryArtz]

Toriyama gave us one of the best protagonists in the world. A friend. A true hero. A pure hearted soul. A rival/ friend to the world's greatest superhero. Son Goku. Thank you Toriyama Sensei. You made the greatest impact.

[@bri-manhunter2654]

If God was real, I would want him to be like Goku

[@morpheoss]

@@bri-manhunter2654 is god is real toriyama is talking to goku right now lol

[@ladysaiyan9532]

Notice he didn't give us a grate father 😏

[@Shankaracharya-d2o]

Not one of the the best protagonist in all fiction

[@Peniba]

Hits hard for late 80s kid like me. Thid was my first anime. Rip akira. Im gonna watch from the start this time with my kid😢

[@Zachattack1212]

To the man that single-handedly created a series that shaped my life and so many others and changed shounen anime forever. May you rest in peace in other world Akira Toriyama.

[@BaraGulla]

Thank you Akira Toriyama for everything you gave me in my childhood

[@misterdblegendsb1714]

Goodbye, old friend. You may be gone, but everything you create will forever live on not only in the series but in our hearts too. 😌

[@elementjoe]

He awakened Super Saiyan in alot of us. Rest in Peace Master Toriyama, Thank You for your teachings.

[@YuudaiGH]

Remember everyone. If your crying it doesn't make you weak. That just means your love for Dragonball is strong. R I.P Toriyama....

[@vrosado2525]

I will always remember watching Dragon Ball Z with my grandmother. She was a big fan. I would tell her, “hey grandma, watch me go Super Saiyan.” As I proceeded to scream in the same pose as Goku when he first turned SSJ against Frieza. She always got a kick out of it. Miss those days, and miss you every day grandma. Thank you Akira. I will never forget the impact you had on my life. ❤️🐉

[@deakinreid4284]

Goku: Why don't we use the Dragon Balls to wish him back? Me: You guys have used the Dragon Balls to wish people back from the dead many times, but sadly, this is one wish that can't be granted. It's Sad but True. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama.

[@godzeroman8703]

This made me shed a tear Thank you Akira Toriyama You didn’t just create an anime you created a legacy. Fly high 🕊️

[@birbballs]

Toriyama is all I live for, without him I would feel empty and useless in life, he has brang me a purpose in life, he helped me unlock hidden talents and helped me get to where I’ve been today, he has brang out my hidden art talents, I would be a useless regular human being, Thank you Toriyama, for changing my views in life and creating such an amazing and talented musician, you rest in all our hearts Toriyama, Goodbye, Old friend…

[@GladiusThemes]

He is all the sensei’s/masters in Dragon Ball all rolled into one, Roshi, Korin, Kami, King Kai, Whis, and of course Goku himself :) Forever teaching us how to live and go beyond our limits 💜

[@KnightsForJesus]

Now can you focus your love towards Jesus, the true savior of humanity? I loved Dragon Ball as much as anyone, but Hell is real, and it's only through a relationship with Jesus that we may be saved.

[@MaximusOverdrivusSupremusVT]

Uhh... Don't force your religion onto us. I myself am agnostic and don't care about the "jEsUs" bullshit. Toriyama would want us to have free will. We have freedom of religion. You wanted us to convert? WELL YOU GET NOTHING! *YOU LOSE! GOOD DAY SIR!*​@@KnightsForJesus

[@MaximusOverdrivusSupremusVT]

​​Also, *YOU DON'T SAY WHO GOES TO HELL. GOD DOES! NOT YOU! IF GOD SEES US AS FIT WE WILL ENTER HEAVEN, REGARDLESS OF RELIGION. ALL THAT MATTERS IS BEING KIND-HEARTED​*@@KnightsForJesus

[@Austin.Kilgore]

@@MaximusOverdrivusSupremusVTdon’t get so easily triggered.. just ignore em

[@robertsaendig6671]

Thank you Akira Toriyama a big thank you😢😢 we miss you all here 🕯️🕯️🕯️

[@Canas94]

Anyone else started rewatching Dragon Ball again? From the ground up.

[@roemellobell]

The truth

[@luisnascimento6690]

Im now on the GT.

[@Canas94]

@@luisnascimento6690 Me too!

[@Gum-s7x]

Am actually going to watch gt now

[@Canas94]

@@Gum-s7x I'm still not finished but I'm getting pretty close. Feels like I got bored in the first Saga and then enjoyed it more from the Baby Saga onwards. Saw it a long time ago but I forgot the Baby Saga was actually pretty solid compared to the rest of it.

[@SerathDarklands]

Akira Toriyama and the legacy he left behind prove that you don't have to wish on the Dragon Balls to be truly immortal.

[@blacktailes]

THANK YOU AKIRA TORIYAMA FOR CARRYING OUR CHILD HOOD 😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@crimson_orion6935]

we all learned so much from dragonball and from goku ie compassion, 2nd chances, never giving up when the odds are against you, sacrifice, even some of the worst people are not beyond redemption, etc

[@generosopisapia]

🥲 awesome...you make me cry again

[@GladiusThemes]

😭💜

[@danielguy9370]

Every moment. Every fight. Every step. Growing up with this show not only taught me to be stronger. But WHY. For your friends. Family. The people standing beside you in some of your worst moments. Akria Toriyama created not just the anime Superman we know and love. He created a legend one that lasted through generations. Rest well, and be at peace knowing we will fight on, with your hopes and ambitions in our hearts.

[@Over9000StudioDE]

What a nice tribute to Toriyama-Sensei! The last picture alone conveys so many emotions. The story of Dragon Ball is fantastically summarized visually. The world stands united. Best regards from Germany

[@GladiusThemes]

It was an honor to put this together ☺️

[@Over9000StudioDE]

@@GladiusThemes This honor is all yours. Fantastic! :)

[@PanduPrasnaditya369]

It's the best arrangement of tribute music for Akira Toriyama sensei. I love to listen it again and again. Thank you.

[@sealone777]

Yeah, my childhood wouldn’t be same without him.

[@ligmacoc7991]

A franchise that broke the internet, made godlike revenue, and an infinite fandom. No other series will come close, whether show, movie, or game. Akira didn't create a legacy but a dynasty. We used to be made fun of for watching shows like this when we were young, now everyone for the most part understands why it's the first thing people talk about when you hear the word anime. Thank you Toriyama for making a series that encourages us to never give up, cherish your loved ones and always strive to be better. Thank you for inspiring the world.

[@piosasthegamer221]

Da Wo du jetzt bist kannst du mit allen Figuren die du jemals erfunden hast zusammen sein. RIP Akira Toriyama Eine Legende

[@Mr.Needle-Hamster]

"Go Toriyama, and teach that dinosaur to ride a ball!"

[@Starrku]

Thank you for making my life a little less tough. Thank you for teaching me to never give up hope, get back up and move on. Thank you for making my Childhood a special one.

[@michelk.8008]

Dragon Ball will forever be Legendary Akira Toriyama may be Gone, but his Legacy is Everlasting Thank you Toriyama-sensei _Until we meet Again_ 🕊🐉❤

[@inuyasha.plays229]

Ty for completing our childhood days we never forget you Mr.akira

[@zura8879]

I was sobbing just a little but smiling until seeing the moment with Goku teleporting in front of Cell and just giving Gohan a loving smile before teleporting Cell away. That was the moment when I just started crying a lot. This tribute is fantastic, from the little kid who started it all to the loveable goofball that became iconic worldwide. From the evil green alien to the amazing and caring foster parent to Gohan. From the prideful prince of saiyans to the amazing family man that learned the importance of having someone worth fighting for. And I could go on for ages with all these fantastic characters Toriyama gave us. RiP Toriyama-sensei, and thank you for everything. Your legacy will live on in millions of fans, both in the present and the future.

[@GladiusThemes]

I cried while editing that part together! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings 💜 RIP

[@GAMEOVERttp]

This part got me a little bit too. O didn't cry but I felt it

[@leongay3190]

@@GladiusThemes this makes the ending of once upon a studio look lame

[@Youtuecreators441]

It's a very beautiful song and a clear homage to the Father of the Dragon Ball franchise Akira Toriyama Rest In Peace Master (1955 - 2024) and Fly High 🥹🥹🥹🫡😄😁❤️✋✌️

[@CreationPY]

Rest in peace to the greatest legend this world had to offer

[@A-Smartass-that-people-love]

RIP Akira Toriyama. When I was younger, I had a horrible school life, and as it was the early 2000's, I could only watch DBZ Kai on the weekends during the school year, but I remember powering through the week just so I could watch an amazing show with its heart-pounding story and feel 9001% again, something I'll always be grateful for. Now, Toriyama's looking down on us with King Kai and, in the immortal words of one of the best Anime openings ever, teaching a dinosaur to ride a ball. And 100 years from now, a lucky writer, pouring his heart into the amazing world of Dragon Ball, will look up, and will see a young Toriyama in himself, just smiling as he works on the original Dragon Ball, and that person will change the world too, and then the person 100 years after that, and so on and so forth, for stories never die, not as long as one person still choses to give it life. It's why Dragon Ball, Batman, Superman, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and so many more amazing stories will live on, even after the people who gave them that first breath of life are long gone. And for the record, I didn't write all that for me, I wrote all that for the people 100 years from now, who will come here to pay tribute to a true Legend. Long Live Toriyama. May you find peace and safety on Snake Way.

[@margaretwong4879]

OMG I am so proud of you my son. What a beautiful tribute to an incredible human being. Thank you Toriyama for walking alongside James, especially during the most difficult periods of his life, it is your creation that continues to inspire his greatest work. Rest in peace🙏

[@SonRehan]

iam very sorry for your loss, Ma'am i know Gladius,his father died........ R. I. P

[@sanendrabrahma9163]

I promise to keep this story alive to my sons in the future, the story and the one who created it . Even if the name of Dragon Ball fades in the future generations.

[@SuperboyBen10]

RIP AKIRA TORIYAMA Sensei😢

[@Samzaidgaming]

Thank you Akira for everything . You give us the great anime in the world 😢😢

[@StevenJones851]

Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama and Thank you for creating The Dragon Ball Franchise you will Forever be in our Hearts ❤😊

[@SippingTeaLadZ2]

Goodbye Akria Toriyama. You and dragon ball made my childhood so great, and I just wanna say thank you. You inspired me to do so much. I and others will miss you, but your legacy will never be forgotten.

[@Cringefov]

As someone who has been a fan of Dragon Ball for 4 years, never have i been so attached to this franchise. I finished DBZ recently and all I could do was smile and appreciate Toriyama's storytelling. And his influence has been astounding from the anime/manga industry and the gaming industry too. Thank you Toriyama. Thanks for being an inspiration to others and thank you for being apart of many people's childhoods

[@KarlikPL22]

thank you Akira Toriyama, for building our childhood. :-)so goood dragon ball :-)

[@richardcitrini749]

Can i cry after a month? Yes. And people, who has from almost 40yrs old today to who's 15 today, guess what, we are all Sayans. Sending regards, love and much respect from an italian Sayan. Thanks Toriyama-sensei, ya have been alongside my 32 yrs of existence, and ya'll be here even after the day i will be there to run over the long snake! Rest in love! ❣️🔥⚡

[@oscarjackson5284]

That scene where Goku and Vegeta greet each other after the demise of Buu is my favorite

[@darientyne826]

Thank you Akira Toriyama for everything, although he wrote Dragon Ball, it’s because of him that so many other anime exist today, it’s because a lot of manga writers were inspired by him, he really became a legend.

[@YouVSMeTV]

This is an amazing and beautiful tribute to the creator of a hero that not only inspired a generation, but so many around the world. Gone but never forgotten. Akira Toriyama April 5, 1955 - March 1, 2024

[@Spaikuh8]

Your sentiment and dedication shine through in this tribute, especially after reading the description. It's remarkable how Toriyama's creation has inspired a legion of talented individuals like GLADIUS to come together and celebrate his enduring legacy. He must certainly feel proud. Keep up the incredible work, and let's continue to spread positivity and appreciation for the legacy of Toriyama's creations🙏 Here's all the references I could catch: 0:00 - Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku 0:55 - DBKai Vegeta's Sacrifice/DBS Universes Restored 1:22 - Makafushigi Adventure 1:57 - We were Angels/Boku-Tachi Wa Tenshi Datta 2:25 - Super Saiyan 3 Theme 3:03 - Compromise/Farewell Trunks DBS 4:39 - DBKai Vegeta's Sacrifice/DBS Universes Restored 5:13 - Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku

[@GladiusThemes]

💜 Thank you for the appreciation my friend. Yes, DB will live forever as long as we keep it alive 🐉

[@WebofSpeedForceTS-FU]

Where's the Chala Head Chala motif?

[@ChipdVr]

I may have just turned 12 but when my dad showed me dragon ball z for the first time I became obsessed. For 4 years I have grown to become a huge fan of Dragon ball watching all the movies and shows which changed me forever. When I heard that you passed away it was almost as if frieza blew me up instead of krillin. You truly gave me a zenkai boost and I've always been beyond grateful for that. If I could gather all 7 dragon balls I would use them to bring you back. As mine and the generations to come grow old I promise we will carry on your legacy. Thankyou

[@retchie7355]

Body, mind and spirit. Its not strange this show captivated so many. All the characters in the show are prime examples what it means to practice those things. Body to give you strenght. Mind to guide you. And a spirit to give you the will to do it. Gokus spirit, perseverance and passion to push through everything is only exceeded by one person alone. Akira Toriyama.

[@felixdeplanques3614]

This is just too beautiful. *Thank You Akira Toriyama.*

[@charleslott2908]

Thank you for my childhood Akiria Toriyama. You will be missed. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@北の浜ちゃん]

鳥山先生と同じ時を過ごせたことに感謝と祈り捧げます

[@damianzodda]

Rest in peace good sir Toriyama, and thank you Mr. Toriyama

[@SonKeleTheOne]

Rest in peace Akira Toriyama, you will go down in history.

[@robinpimpin190]

It’s been over a month and I still have a hard time seeing tributes like this without crying. Toriyama really shaped alot of our lives in one way or another. I’m not someone that normally gets overly emotional over a celebrity’s death, but his work is such a big part of my life that it almost feels like I lost a close friend. Thanks for everything.

[@Vance731]

It’s been 4 months, and I still hardly believe this legend of a man passed. He will never truly die, not in our hearts. For he is the father of anime, and his inspiration in others, and the inspiration that those he inspired, lives on in the art that we love to enjoy

[@TheHomieZhe]

Omg...I didn't think you could make Dan Dan Kororo Hikareteku sound even awesome....this moved me to tears as I'm typing this and Toriyama may be gone but his legacy remains and thank you Toriyama creating Dragonball without you I wouldn't of gotten into anime and ty and you won't be forgotten!

[@theman7867]

Indeed 😢

[@jkdman2007]

I have my tears on my face when I listen to this music.

[@leongay3190]

@@jkdman2007 not even once upon a studio had this music

[@charleslott2908]

Same here

[@captain_victory]

Then...Now....Forever...thank you Akira Toriyama. Your Legacy will live on forever.

[@rayskiblagblagan]

Eto yun anime na kahit matapos na ang istorya hinding hindi na makakalimutan hanggang sa susunod na henerasyon babalik balikan to

[@RPGKINGFOREVERMiiverse91]

🥺😢 Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama .

[@R_301.1]

Magnificent, Glorious, Sad, Hopeful, Emotional

[@bipee3937]

The last tournament really is the grand finale... This universe lives on

[@eliotw149]

Akira Toryama may be gone but his work, drawings, creations, story, characters, and legacy will forever remain Thank you toryama rest in peace

[@1st-jkage824]

I can’t with this man… The instrumentals are perfect, the voices are so soulful, the subtle hints of the original theme, it’s truly perfect in every way. Rest in Peace, Toriyama-Sensei.

[@ogbomb7687]

Dragon ball is probably the best thing that has ever happened to me. It changed my life for the better and its now one of the center pieces of life. Im going to miss Akira so much. Goodbye Toriyama-san. Your work will be forever remembered. And this tribute shows that.

[@Chaosflower]

You and me both my friend

[@LetsWatch261]

Thank you Akira for the strength you gave me with your masterpieces, Dragon Ball took away my fear and will accompany me forever.

[@doclouis4236]

Beautiful, rest in peace Akira Toriyama. May you and your works be remember for future generations🙏

[@rwirang09]

when i heard that akira died , I felt like i lost someone really important to me , i know how hard it is to lose someone especially who built your childhood and gave you inspiration and made you happy . I'm 21 years old but i still watch dragon ball over and over again that i cry with joy and i feel like I misses it so much , I never met akira but I always felt like he was in my heart , I will forever be greatfull to you akira and I will share this story to my sons and my grandsons ..REST IN PEACE AKIRA YOU MAY BE GONE BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS STAY IN MY HEART THANK YOU

[@zorjo]

people sleeping on you at the moment Gladius i feel like you'll be big early next year if not this year, this was a beautifull tribute to Akira Toyrama-sama. May he finally rest in peace

[@GladiusThemes]

🥹🙏 I appreciate the love. Rip to the legend

[@ProjectShadow0411]

🕊️R.I.P. Akira Toriyama🕊️May King Kai give you a perfect place to Rest and Train🙏

[@BigOlYoloProduction]

Dan Dan was a prefect way to start and end this track. We truly appreciate this, rest in peace Akira toriyama.

[@noahrock15]

We had gathered here on this video to honor Akira Toriyama the director of dragon ball if anyone has some reply in this comment my you rest in peace Akira Toriyama. you will always live on in our harts

[@ericwoods6181]

I never thought I'd actually be brought to tears for once. But yeah man. Akira Toriyama, the Legend, One of a Kind artist and creator many of us probably didn't deserve. But because of his dedication and passion, we were brought characters, who helped to shape the earlier parts of our lives. I for one, grew up watching Dragon Ball, from 1995 to this very day. Despite what anyone would say about the characters, the story, or even the designs. He never truly failed to satisfy the audience. Taking such a lifelong journey with Goku, Bulma, Master Roshi, Krillin, ChiChi, Dindei, Piccolo, and Tien. Yamcha, Chiotzu, Oolong, Trunks, Goten, Hercule, Videl and Pan, the newly arrived Bulla, Launch, Freiza, Cell, Buu, Beerus, Whis, the Grand Priest, and all the others I didn't name. It goes to show the journey was well traveled, and though the trip has ended for our faithful turtle hermit, I know he's likely left his work, in the hands of someone who will honor his memory, while keeping the Dragon Balls around for just a while longer, so we can continue to ask Shenron....for just one more wish. Before we truly have to say goodbye...Sensei 🙇‍♂️ 🙏

[@Sydino194]

Akira Toriyama thanks for helping me through my childhood R.I.P Akira Toriyama I'll miss you

[@Mely_Mel7]

Bye bye Toriyama Sensei, we already miss you old father.🕊

[@justinmeetsheroes1426]

Rest In Peace,Akira🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@justinmeetsheroes1426]

He Will Be Missed😔😔

[@Andreasi39]

RIP Akira Toriyama you will never be forgotten 😢 you will always will be remembered and be in ours hearts 😢 😢 RIP legend

[@Warfan-sg7pu]

I experienced a lot of trials last year as an undergrad senior and the very first thing that came back to me in all its versions, dubs, and forms was Toriyama’s work. I played the the American and Japanese OSTs religiously when I ran, worked out, and later embraced training in martial arts. It’s one of the many things that inspires me to pursue studying East Asia. The meaning of his work has grown throughout the years ever since I saw my friends play Raging Blast 2. In my early 20s, I still aspire to better myself, inspire others, and most importantly forgive. It takes one man to change it all. Even if he never thought it would be as popular as it is across oceans and nations. I think that’s kinda the magic to it. Unexpected greatness. Untapped potential. Generations of inspired people. Humanity and perseverance.

[@masterroasti5588]

Like many of you, this was a huge part of my childhood. I’m fortunate enough to be able to share them with my son now. Things just won’t be the same.

[@pyrrhicactions]

Thank You Akira Toriyama for the amazing childhood ❤️ REST EASY LEGEND!!

[@deenalokurthy7898]

Rest in peace Akira Toriyama you will always be remembered sir you gave such a gift to us we will never forget you

[@youpickwario1992]

Rest in Peace to one of the greatest mangakas of all time, may you live happily in heaven while your legacy lives on.

[@vampers]

Thank you for my childhood, Toriyama-sensei

[@briandyar8576]

Yes thank you Akira Toriyama for building our childhood with the greatest anime in history my you rest in peace we all miss you 😢

[@salvatorerusso4225]

This is the best tribute ever for Akira Sensei. Thank you for everything 🫶🏼

[@AuraKnight-kn1ux]

Farewell and thank you Akira Toriyama you maybe begone but Never forgotten Rest in Peace 🪦❤️. Kind Regards AuraKnight.

[@Michelangelohamato29]

I’ve got goosebumps for this piece of artwork.. Rip Akira Toriyama🙏🏻

[@ChristianKutzschebauch]

Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama Sensei

[@chinwecatherine4211]

🎉😢cheers to the man who made me feel complete through dragon ball

[@dankerbell]

reading that description with the gt theme in the background and crying in the club rn 😭 i missed him a lot today

[@dankerbell]

the clips are so perfect as a tribute as well, this truly is another masterpiece 🔥🔥🔥

[@GladiusThemes]

😢💜

[@KaKuiAI]

The production is amazing. It moves me. RIP Akira.