Arpeggio - Judgment (Fan Made) (English Lyrics)

My Defense Attorney Can't Be This Good At Fighting
ARPEGGIO | ALEXANDROS | JUDGEMENT
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE SUPPORT AND KIND WORDS ON THE ICHIBAN SONG?? Thank you for 100+ subscribers and 20k+ views as well!!! I am still catching up on liking/replying comments, but I couldn't think of a better way to express my gratitude than to make another video OTL
Thank you @kerrowe for the suggestion! After watching a playthrough I decided to pick up a copy of Judgment and play it myself - another wonderful English dubbing job imo! And an equally good theme song ... I will try to keep this description from getting too gushy, but very thoughtful (and challenging) lyrics to translate ............. Mister Yagami Sir .......... :pleading emoji:
LYRICS
I'm sorry, I can't seem to smile anymore.
When I can't even understand the reason for your joy.
I know I'm so lost
Try not to be fooled by the fake smile I put on.
I'm only trying to figure out the way
I left behind the crowd where I could never find my place.
I know I'm alone
But that loneliness is a comfort that I call home.
On cold nights, the sky clears a path in the dark
Right through to the feelings in my unclouded heart.
It hurts to keep walking on my own through this life, but
Less than just living a lie.
Because there is a "me" that nobody can ever take away,
No matter what, I cannot give up, in the laughter and the hate.
If it's a smile I can't trust, I'd rather frown and look disgusted so that you will see, clearly
That I don't have to lie to be the real me.
I'm sorry, can't shed any tears anymore.
The sadness that you carry is now yours and yours to hold.
I know you're alone
So now in your stead I will play this arpeggio.
The past will only continue piling up as we age
The future's cannot be seen, it's lost in the haze.
Will this make or break you? Now it's all up to you.
The present asks what you will do.
If there's a "you" that's only yours and no one else can imitate,
Then neither hate nor humiliation can leave a lasting stain.
And if the crowd you're trying to fit in with is just a bunch of counterfeits,
Go your own way, you'll be okay,
'Cause you don't have to lie or fake --
We're going up and down, you know
We're going up and down, you know
Say no to the world, say no to the world
Going up and down, you know
We're going up and down, you know
Say no to the world, say no to the world now
Because there is a "me" that nobody can ever take away,
No matter what, I will not give up, through the laughter and the hate.
If it's an smile I can't even trust, I'd rather smile through my disgust, so that you'll see, finally
That I don't have to lie or cheat.
We're going up and down, you know
We're going up and down, you know
Say no to the world, say no to the world
Going up and down, you know
We're going up and down, you know
Say no to the world, say no to the world now
(Please feel free to use as long as you credit the original artists, etc.!)
CREDITS
ORIGINAL: • [ALEXANDROS] - アルペジオ (MV)
KARAOKE: • Video
SMOKE EFFECTS: • Free Smoke Effects Pack
TRANSLATIONS USED FOR REFERENCE: LyricsTranslate, jpopasia, CC subtitles on original video
english lyrics / vocals / mix / illust / movie: secondarchive - as always this is an amateur fan-made translation/project so please be considerate. :'') the vegas pro learning curve hoooooo
JUDGMENT © SEGA / RGG STUDIO
ARPEGGIO BY ALEXANDROS
GO PLAY JUDGMENT: store.playstation.com/en-us/p...
(***Gritty Crime Drama - Rated M for Mature***)
See you all in September! ;)

[@forseti9006]

This really was the perfect song for Yagami. The lyrics at the beginning of the song makes it sound like the singer is going through depression, not able to feel happiness, not understanding why others feel happy, and apologizing for putting on fake smiles. But as the song goes on, the lyrics slowly start to become more happy and hopeful like the singer is realizing that there is meaning to living their own life. Yagami at the beging of Judgment was a lot more cynical. He blamed himself for Emi's murder because he got the innocent verdict for Okubo in the first trial. He considered letting a murderer walk free his greatest failure and would not let himself live it down or move on, even giving up his job as a lawyer, something he worked really hard to achieve because he didn't believe he deserved to be one anymore. But by the end of the game, after solving The Mole case, finding out what really happened and getting closure, he was able to live his life without that weight. He was able to be happy with his life as a detective when it was previously just a way to pay bills. He looked so enthusiastic and happy taking the case to find that old lady's cat. He has friends that have always cared for an supported him and he realized that. Being a detective isn't just something to pay the bills anymore and is now something he loves doing.

[@Hilversumborn]

Yagami is just as great a character as Kiryu and Ichiban.

[@hypnoticskull6342]

​@@Hilversumborn For real. I just wish he had more character in Lost Judgment. It focused more on the characters around Yagami and his moral clash with Kuwana. He's such a great character in the first game. Y'know what? I might just reply the first game just to see this all

[@ZenoPopo]

You should start promoting yourself more, as the quality of your covers is really top tier!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you, and I am very happy to hear it! To be honest, I hadn't given much thought to this channel upon starting, so I definitely need to brush up on the marketing and promotion parts! :'D

[@Maxler5795]

@@secondarchive i legitimately thought you had like 500k subs before i actually looked at the sub count. It makes me sad

[@waterking74]

Oh the chibis are so cute. With great singing to boot XD

[@secondarchive]

Thank you very much!! I like to imagine they all (grudgingly?) go to karaoke together after work. :)

[@nicholascordero6600]

@@secondarchive and then Kaito breaks out the acoustic guitar

[@BootlegLeBlanc]

Just finished Judgement and like- This cover hits different afterwards, this is absolutely great! I'm effin' ready for Lost Judgement.

[@secondarchive]

Thank you!!! And HECK yeah I'm so excited to make Yagami skateboard and do boy band dance routines

[@nikgrgrio]

I've probably listened to Alexandros every week since I played Judgment because it's a game I absolutely adore. The second this video started, I teared up. Thank you for this!

[@secondarchive]

Ahhhhh thank you so much! And I seriously feel that ... the first time I heard it I was like WOW what a Yagami-core song ... I'm very glad you enjoyed it!

[@TerravancerYoh]

I was pretty impressed with your cover of Ichibanka but you knocked this cover of Arpeggio out of the park. Subbed!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you very much on both counts! I'm pleased with how it turned out and I'm glad everyone could enjoy it! :D

[@adityapawar1428]

I think this song would have been very difficult to cover. It's a crime thag this doesn't have more views.

[@secondarchive]

It was hard in some parts, but I did my best to balance translation and sing-ability! I am glad it came across well, and thank you for your kind words! :)

[@bottleofketchups8949]

that transition sums up yakuza karaoke perfectly

[@lightlyfrosted8438]

HOW DID I NOT FIND YOUR STUFF SOONER!?! It's amazing!! you're awesome!!

[@secondarchive]

THANK YOU!!! I am happy to find and hear your wonderful covers as well!! RGG songs should become a karaoke staple everywhere! >:D

[@lightlyfrosted8438]

@@secondarchive omg that's so sweet of you!! Thank you so so much!!! I agree, more yakuza karaoke!!

[@SirKrigeon]

Your voice's goin up and down, you know? And you're hitting those notes perfectly! Amazing cover of an amazing game's theme!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you!! I'm glad I could do it justice (no pun intended). :D

[@Hilversumborn]

Yagami doesn't do karaoke. secondarchive: I'll sing for you.

[@secondarchive]

Exactly! (Kiryu voice) I Sing For You ... I still want Yagami to do karaoke someday though ... maybe next game. :)

[@kazuhirokawamoto7213]

@@secondarchive in the next game he can dance now. but since Kimura Takuya ( Yagami's Actor ) is a huge J-pop Superstar that can both Sing and Dance so having him sing in the game might cause the RGG team some issues with Kimura's management

[@DarthThel]

@@secondarchive Closest we have to that for now is Nanba singing in Like a Dragon since him and Yagami have the same English voice actor.

[@Maxler5795]

This is the same game where you cahse a wig thrice through the city and a dude escapes prison just to eat fast food.

[@ramreboot]

The ichiban song was already good, but this is a whole lot better! The English lyrics fit quite seamlessly

[@secondarchive]

Aw, thank you! I am very glad to hear it - it's a great song and my hope was to make it easy for anyone to sing along and enjoy. :D

[@Sailor639]

​@@secondarchiveYou did amazing btw. I wish you could translate more of [Alexandros] songs, but it seems you translate only yakuza (or other games) related songs. Anyway thanks for making this amazing cover ;D

[@MaskOfLimbo]

I finished Judgement and, my God, I knew I would love the game and the story bu HOLY CRAP! THe mystery was intriguing, the combat amazing and the characters, mainly our main four bois, I love them all. Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios made a amazing job and I'm really excited to the day I play Lost Judgment, and if a third game comes out, I will definitely play it. With this said, I loved Arpeggio and this English version is equally amazing. You sang this very well and couldn't help but to sing along, as well haha Amazing work ^^ Also, I love the lil draws of the bois. Higashi is my favorite because he seems confused why he was drag along to karaoke night but still claps along even though he feels weird there xD

[@secondarchive]

Thank you so much!! And YES I love the Judgment lads - it’s such a good series to complement the mainline RGG games. And Higashi is my favorite lmaoo he always seems like he gets dragged into things but still does it for the bros 😂

[@CyricZ]

I was singing along until I completely lost it at the adorable Kaito-san with the guitar. ;_;

[@chrisk5983]

I played through Judgement during a rough time in my life. I feel so many good things and so many bad things when i listen to the song. And I dont mind at all :) Beautiful cover!

[@extenderdave]

Amazing cover, the translations fit so well and the visuals are so cute! Judgment and Alexandros are goated.

[@secondarchive]

Thank you and SO true, love to see them doing so many openings and themes lately!!

[@ibadshamim1407]

This is great can’t believe this doesn’t have more views

[@Kazami-Yuuji]

This is really good. You managed to keep the meaning of the translations accurate while still maintaining the flow. Very well done.

[@TheZ691]

This is honestly incredible, you manage to convey the original meaning of the song without disturbing the rythm and the lyrics flow seamlessly. 10/10.

[@wilsonso5784]

*breathes in* I'M SORRRYY-

[@tarinai-wp5uo]

歌が上手だしイラストもかわいい！ 一番歌も聴きましたが作品愛がとても伝わってきました。 You’re amazing!!

[@secondarchive]

本当にありがとうございます！このシリーズが大好きだから、作品愛が伝われて嬉しい！ Thank you so much!

[@icypika]

This is so beautiful and I love the chibi art! All the art and the cover is amazing 😍

[@RPSamurai_Jon-Lynn]

This song just, seriously speaks to me on many levels. Thank you.

[@michaelwilson6603]

Only just discovered this and the Ichiban song, absolutely brilliant work!

[@SleepyGoron]

This is so great! Finished the game this week and it's become one of my all time favourites, you really did the song justice and the English lyrics fit perfectly!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you and I am so glad to hear that!! It's an amazing game and song!!

[@ArdaCoffeeBean]

Had another moment of being upset with the people around me and this song brings tears once again. It makes me smile. It brings me joy and hope no matter what. Thank you so much. I enjoy your work so much.

[@ckn3481]

In case I haven't said enough, I love your covers and the effort you put in - even the dunking donuts one

[@chaneychane9339]

I haven't played Judgement yet but your cover is so good!! You deserve more appreciation 🥺💖

[@secondarchive]

Aw, thank you! I am very grateful for the appreciation so far! 💞 And I think Judgment is a very cool and unique game, if you're ever up for it! :D

[@Molten_Pig]

This is straight fire, All of Yagami Detective Agency would be proud.

[@KingpinOfSteel295]

This is honestly my favourite version of this song. Absolutely amazing.

[@bowlofriskies6486]

I just beat Judgement recently (after playing the entire mainline Yakuza series) and I don't know what it was but Judgement suddenly became one of my favorites. Arpeggio was one of the selling points for me, and this cover is amazing. It makes me happy that Judgement is still getting the love it rightly deserves. Astounding cover.

[@secondarchive]

Thank you and I couldn’t agree more!! I’m glad Judgement (and Alexandros!) have gotten so much love - I think the story, characters, and music are all fantastic and fit right into the already wonderful RGG franchise. 😭

[@ARavenlock]

I'm listening to this on the daily right now. An amazing cover.

[@captainpedrofsky]

Amazing lyrics, huge congratulations !! I was moved a great deal.

[@samtheboy8277]

Great cover!

[@SadyCloud]

I love your covers so much and the little characters are so cute💕

[@secondarchive]

Awwww thank you!! A pocket-sized Yagami to protect you on the go 🥺

[@SadyCloud]

@@secondarchive You are welcome! 💕

[@omegapotato8612]

I'm finally getting to judgment after finishing the rest of the Yakuza series, and was just looking for the full version of the opening and found this gem! This is seriously amazing and top quality! this is Ama Lee level of amazing!

[@reapeashooter2]

THIS IS SOOOO GOOD! Looking forward to the full-version of Rasen! ^_^

[@maxirocitrizus4516]

I love the video! Your singing and the translation is quite good! I've been looking for someone to do the English version ever since the game came out. You earned my sub. Keep up the good work!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you very much! I would love to see an official English version or more people do fan covers some day ... Judgment is just so good! Thank you for the sub! :)

[@snitchysnips9134]

I’ve heard plenty of English Covers over the years, and a lot of them can’t match the flow/pace of the Original, yet here you are, keeping the pace with lyrics that flow perfectly with the song! Your version of this song is outstanding!

[@secondarchive]

I'm very happy to hear that!! English lyrics can indeed be very hard ... trying to fit the meaning AND the sound of the Japanese AND making it rhyme/sound good in English is a full plate, lol. Thank you for listening, and I'm glad you enjoyed the cover!!

[@PennozC]

This is so cool, i love your lyrics

[@secondarchive]

Thank you!!

[@hoovyaj]

This is a masterpiece.

[@user-fh9tw2se1d]

Lyrics for me 【Arpeggio】 I'm sorry I can't seem to smile anymore When I can't even undersand The reason for your joy I know I'm so lost Try not to be fooled by The fake smile I put on I'm only trying to figure out the way I left behind the crowd where I could never find my place I know I'm alone But that loneliness is A comfort that I call home On cold nights The sky clears a path in the dark Right through to The feelings in my unclouded heart In hurts to keep walking On my own through this life But less than just living a lie Because there is a "me" that nobody Can ever take away No matter what I cannot give up In the laughter and the hate If it's smile I can't trust I'd rather Frown and look disgusted So that you will see, clearly That I don't have to lie To be the real me I'm sorry Can't shed any tears anymore The sadness that you carry Is now yours and yours to hold I know you're alone So now in your stead I Will play this arpeggio The past will only Coutinue piling up as we age The future cannot be seen It's lost in the haze Will this make or break you? Now it's all up to you The present asks what you will do If there's "you" that's only yours And no one else can imitate Then neither hate nor humiliation Can leave a lasting stain And if the crowd you're trying to fit in with Is just a bunch of counterfeits Go your own way, you'll be okay 'Cause you don't have to lie or fake We're going up and down, you know We're going up and down, you know Say no to the world, say no to the world We're going up and down, you know We're going up and down, you know Say no to the world, say no to the world Now Because there is a "me" that nobody Can ever take away No matter what I will not give up Through the laughter and the hate If it's a smile I can't even trust I'd Rather smile through my disgust So that you'll see, finally That I don't have to lie or cheat We're going up and down, you know We're going up and down, you know Say no to the world, say no to the world We're going up and down, you know We're going up and down, you know Say no to the world, say no to the world Now

[@irsyadiaryadiva9430]

This channel is surely underrated. Still, I love your covers (Edit) Alexandros should see this cover since Yoohei understands English

[@phillaco]

Salt makes the best songs, hands down.

[@EvelynL.1112]

I just finished playing Judgment's Story Mode hours earlier and I ended up really liking the game. I especially fell in love with it's main theme!

[@dendrajulpikar5029]

omg, why this is so good 😭😭

[@tokugeeky2931]

Great singing and love the lyrics.

[@baconomelette9437]

Banger!

[@lizardqueen273]

(Judgment Spoilers) This feels like it could be Suguira's theme as much as Yagami's. The first verse is him retreating inward after Emi's death and his anger towards the world that only pities him and the second being a conversation between him and Emi's spirit trying to convince him to live for himself and not her. (If I feel like it and have the time I might add more elaboration to lines that stuck out to me)

[@LegendarySuperSaiyanFennekin]

I just discovered this cover about a day ago and realized it was the same person who covered Ichibanka. This is amazing, just as that one, and I wish this channel got more love than it does. Awesome cover! One of the best covers I have seen in a while!

[@LegendarySuperSaiyanFennekin]

Not to forget to mention how cute the art is. :]

[@secondarchive]

Thank you very much! The Yakuza series has SUCH good theme music - I was inspired to start doing covers as a hobby, so I'm really happy people are enjoying them overall (and my ridiculous little doodles as well)! ;)

[@secondarchive]

kimmy sweetie im SOO sorry

[@LegendarySuperSaiyanFennekin]

Of course! You keep doing what you're doing and what you enjoy, sister! Because what you're doing is EPIC!

[@montblanc3967]

Great！👍

[@ilikesour12]

So beautiful ❤️❤️

[@unknown123455]

Great work on all your songs. Looking forward to your version of Lost Judgement's theme " Rasen | jon - YAKITORY feat. Ado." Very different from Arpeggio. Quiet moments are quieter and harsher moments are harsher, but its still a great song and if you want to change it up and sing a quieter vocal version or roaring guitar version, go for it. Have a blast and I'll keep supporting you and your songs.

[@prettzx]

wow... this is actually a great verion to make the tune work in english to the original tune.... great job

[@toracescott3667]

I finished judgement i was curious what English version sounded like but this really resonates with my heart thanks

[@VennHearts]

I have not played Judgement series yet, despite being a Yakuza fan, abut these Judgement covers are the sole reason that makes me want to play them(other than being Ryu ga gotoku games)

[@secondarchive]

Thank you, and I'm glad! I've enjoyed them a lot -- compared to the main series, it is kind of like looking at the 'other side' of the law and realizing it's not all that different. You still get to beat up plenty of people and go on ridiculous side quests. :D

[@JudicialBrat]

i love this

[@reckergamer1879]

Aaa one of my favorite Ryu Ga Gotoku universe songs Thank you kindly for that amazing cover Definitely gonna to check more of your channel also, despite my fairly good Japanese ny singing in it is awful, those now I can do it in Eigo thanks to you now I have to excuse you and say NO TO THE WOOORLD IT'S TIME TO GO UP YOU KNOW?

[@kerrowe]

Oh hey you did it! I remember commenting about wanting a cover about this on your Ichibanka english cover. I like this one too. I wouldn't mind trying to sing your lyrics for this too sometime for fun too. haha.

[@secondarchive]

Yes!!! Thank you so much again for the suggestion and the encouragement - I'd love to see/hear your version sometime too!

[@kerrowe]

@@secondarchive if I figure out how to share it and a place to do so I'll definitely try to share with you. Though there'll be no music most likely unfortunately and only the words because I only can record my voice and do not know how to tack on music alongside my singing. I got another song to request and I'd love to see how you would do it too, the new theme song for Lost Judgment. Rasen. I'm curious and hopeful you might be able to make good lyrics that match that one too somehow!

[@SwartzBruder]

Ya alright youre amazing

[@liamtrance4528]

The quality of this is amazing! Love your vocals! Any chance you'll be doing Lost Judgment's theme when the full song comes out? I think your voice would be perfect for it!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you so much! I LOOOOVE Ado's voice/lyrics and the guitar riffs on Lost Judgment's theme so far -- definitely planning to work on an English cover/lyrics once I've played through the game a bit! :D

[@user-lb5nz8ro4w]

I love this voice！

[@locodesert2]

The final boss fight has to been one of the coolest things I have seen yet. Too bad I kind of made it a joke by abusing tiger drop and palm chi attack. Those two are insanely broken in the game.

[@angelusvastator1297]

Yakuza kiwami moment

[@JudicialBrat]

Dragon Engine moment

[@locodesert2]

Judgement moment

[@Running11Distance]

This is such an amazing cover!!! I love this game and your song brought all those wonderful feelings back that I had playing it. You have so much talent and I’m so happy that you did a beautiful cover for this song! Is your song available to buy? I would happily support you and buy your cover!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you very much for all your kind and honest sentiments!!! I am VERY grateful for the support -- however, I'm just a hobbyist at this time and have no plans to publish my covers (especially the ones that use other people's music!) It brings me great joy just to hear people are enjoying them and supporting the studio ... and buying Lost Judgment when it comes out! 😂

[@MakeBackgroundPlayFree]

God this is PHENOMENAL. Glad this game has enough love that somebody would work hard to make something like this.

[@secondarchive]

Thank you so much! I do love this game! And I think, while the fans may be smaller in number than some franchises, everyone is very supportive and passionate, which is what the game deserves!!! :D

[@JuanSZ97]

Really amazing cover!! Almost improves the original

[@ANEMIA1]

これめっちゃいい

[@NYPD176]

Nice video. Can't wait for lost Judgment and music rasen by jon yakitory and ado.

[@nikgrgrio]

I keep returning to this video because I love this cover so much!! I'm also curious, would you ever consider doing the credits song to Judgment? (Your Song - Alexandros) I think your voice and translation fits these Yakuza covers really well!

[@secondarchive]

Thank you and I'm glad to hear it! I definitely would consider it sometime. Arpeggio and Your Song are such perfect bookends for Judgment ... I want to make everyone listen to them!!! :'D

[@kartorrent7496]

Suggestion: Born To Be WILD by Shonan No Kaze, but you serenade us with that beautiful English.

[@angelusvastator1297]

Looks like a potential karaoke song for Judgment 3

[@lunchbox2250]

This woman has the voice of a angel i swear

[@popo-gr2zj]

HELLO I'mJapanese. This is great music!

[@yuberemo]

カッコイイね👍

[@OgaKenz]

noice

[@REAL_SSC]

hey there! This cover sounds fantastic and I come back to listen to it every so often! I was wondering if I could use this in the future for a video, if I were to link it back to here as to give credit?

[@secondarchive]

Hi; sorry for the slow reply - of course! Feel free to use it for whatever you'd like - it's not my song to begin with, so as long as Alexandros gets final credit, I don't mind. 😊 Thank you for asking!

[@classikbat8214]

How did I just find this piece of art? This is an amazing cover. Hey, I've been wanting to do cover songs on my channel too, but I don't really know where to start. What kind of setup do you have?

[@secondarchive]

Thank you! And you should totally go for it!! I'm very much still starting out but I use a Shure SM58 and a Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface to record directly into GarageBand. It's nothing crazy professional, but it was pretty affordable and good mixing/mastering can make a huge difference in quality. :)

[@Noirenoe]

This is a great cover are you gonna do more songs?

[@secondarchive]

Thank you, and I certainly hope so! RGG has so many great karaoke and OST songs. :D

[@Noirenoe]

@@secondarchive one id like to hear from you would probably be hell stew cause of its randomness

[@nightoraido7597]

♥️👍

[@iskoconquers]

I hope you do Rasen

[@RealCFZ]

So, who got both Judgment games on PC!

[@xXRealXx]

Why hide the likes? :( I'm sure you got a lot of them, because this song is *amazing* !

[@kartorrent7496]

MOAR RYU GA GOTOKU DUBS!!!

[@user-fh9tw2se1d]

アルペジオの英語版の動画で一番しっくりくる。

[@Suidobashi_Stan]

I heard this cover from All Japan Pro Wrestling!

[@secondarchive]

I'm glad you were able to find it from them ! It's cool they chose to use it at all ... thank you for the heads up! :)

[@Kaiser5657]

Nice cover! Do you have a link to the art at 2:20 and 3:15?

[@secondarchive]

Thank you! And ... sort of. I did the art myself and just got around to updating twitter today :') But it should be there!

[@Gilip]

YOUR COVERS ARE WHAT GOT ME INTO RGG GAMES! I AM THANKFUL TO YOU!! TRULY AMAZING!!! KEEP GOING!!!! GET TO THE TOP!!!!! NEVER S TOP!!!!!! 📈📈📈 🗞🗞

[@secondarchive]

I'M HONORED OMG THANK YOU!!! ENJOY THE RGG GAMES!!!! 🫡🫡🫡 LIKE A DRAGON FOR ONE MILLION YEARS 🗣️

[@alip9195]

Your voice is amazing I got addicted to the cover