Bleach Karaoke Madness Chapter 10

Chapter 10: Start A Riot And Let It Go

Applause died down from Ichimaru's performance and everyone started general conversation once more, it was a long while before anyone else went up to the stage. "Say Grimmjow, you'd better go up there before someone steals the spotlight from you again." replied Szayelaporro Grantz. Grimmjow growled at him, "Shut the hell up, I'm going up right now." "What the hell, Grimmjow is going to sing next?" asked Ichigo, surprised to see the sixth Espada interested in performing. "You're just afraid he's going to out-do you," Uryuu stated, knowing that would get a rise out of Ichigo. "Damn you Uryuu, shut up! Why would I care what that bastard does?" Ichigo demanded, glaring at Uryuu. "Uryuu didn't say you cared, he means that you don't like anyone else being better then you are at something." Rukia replied, her arms crossed. "Hey, shut up Rukia! That's not true at all!" answered Ichigo, glaring at them. After skimming through the song books for a while Grimmjow put in his request and a heavy metal rock beat began to play through the speakers.

"If you feel so empty,

So used up, so let down.

If you feel so angry,

So ripped off, so stepped on.

You're not the only one,

Refusing to back down.

You're not the only one,

So get up.

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot,

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot.

Grimmjow raised his fists in time with the beat of the song as he sang, stomping his feet as his blue eyes flashed as if daring Ichigo to come at him. Some of the audience raised their fists along with him, "He's trying to challenge you Ichigo, he thinks you'll accept a fight in a public place." Renji observed. Ichigo nodded and grinned, "I know, but don't worry. We'll have our re-match soon enough."

"If you feel so filthy,

So fucked up.

If you feel so walked on,

So painful, so pissed off.

You're not the only one,

Refusing to go down.

You're not the only one,

So get up.

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot.

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot.

The crowd began jumping up and down, screaming and cheering, he gave an evil grin at them as the music blasted. "As much of a bastard as he is, he sure can get the crowd going." Love said, half way drunk and having lost count how many beers he had had as he poured himself yet another glass. "That may be, but this music is anything but classy. Nothing but trash, if you ask me. Lyrics like this shouldn't even be allowed," answered Rose, annoyed by the loud music. Grimmjow glared out into the crowd as he began the last two verses of the song, he'd show everyone his strength and kill anyone who dared to stand in his way.

"If you feel so empty,

So used up, so let down.

If you feel so angry,

Just get up.

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot,

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot,

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot,

Let's start a riot, a riot.

Let's start a riot."

Everyone in the audience cheered as Grimmjow stalked down off the stage and back to his table, "Well that was a good performance, seems like you may even have gotten some fans." Szaylaporro commented, flashing a smile. "I could care less if I have fans or not." Grimmjow growled back, going back to his shot of tequila. "That was a very loud song," said Shunsui, rubbing his ears. "It certainly was, I hope the next song is more quiet." Ukitake agreed. "Hey Sis, you should go up there and sing a song. You'd be great." urged Kiyone Kotetsu, 3rd seat and one of the acting lieutenants of Squad 13, sister to Isane Kotetsu, lieutenant of Squad 4. Isane blushed, "I don't think I can, I'm too shy." "The only way to overcome your shyness is to try, it helps us become stronger to acknowledge our faults and try to improve them." replied Unohana, captain of Squad 4, smiling. "She's right Sis, come on. Give it a shot, you can do it." Kiyone answered, pushing on her sister's arm. "Oh alright, I'll go up there. I just hope I don't embarrass myself," stated Isane, blushing with embarrassment as she got up and made her way to the stage. "Wow, I'm surprised someone as shy as Isane is going up to sing." observed Shuhei. Looking for her song Isane hoped she was brave enough to sing, she always had strange dreams and was more reserved then some of the other lieutenants. Finding her song, she waited for the song to start, nervous all the while. A soft and gentle piano intro began, "The music is so pretty, it sounds so romantic." Orihime sighed, her eyes going starry.

"The snow glows white on the mountain tonight,

Not a footprint to be seen.

A kingdom of isolation,

And it looks like I'm the queen.

The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside,

Couldn't keep it in, heaven knows I tried.

Don't let them in, don't let them see.

Be the good girl you always have to be,

Conceal, don't feel. Don't let them know,

Well, now they know!

Let it go, let it go.

Can't hold it back anymore,

Let it go, let it go.

Turn away and slam the door,

I don't care what they're going to say, let the storm rage on.

The cold never bothered me anyway."

The piano music got more upbeat and everyone kept their eyes on Isane, entranced by her song. As she sang Isane's mind eased, maybe this wasn't so bad after all since everyone seemed to be enjoying it. "Isane is such a great singer," Momo replied, smiling, also entrance by the song. Shuhei could only nod, lured by Isane's voice. Her voice was soft and melodic, flowing in perfect time with the beat of the music. Surprised by his own thoughts and blushing slightly, Shuhei wondered if he was beginning to feel for Isane the same way Izuru felt for Momo.

"It's funny how some distance makes everything seem small,
And the fears that once controlled me can't get to me at all.
It's time to see what I can do,
To test the limits and break through.
No rights, no wrongs,
No rules for me, I'm free!
Let it go, let it go.
I am one with the wind and sky,
Let it go, let it go.
You'll never see me cry,
Here I stand, and here I'll stay.
Let the storm rage on!"

Isane's eyes began to shine bright as she went into the final verses of the song, smiling she was glad she had taken up her sister's offer and found herself really enjoying the feel of performing in front of everyone. "This is such a sweet song," Ukitake replied, smiling. "It sure is, who knew Lieutenant Kotetsu was such a good singer." answered Shunsui, helping himself to more sake. "This is such a sappy song," Ikkaku said, a scowl on his face. "Yes, it's far too romantic though on the positive side it is beautiful." put in Yumichika, watching the performance and finding himself drawn in by the upbeat, yet soft beat of the song. "Oh please, this is stupid. Who would want to listen to a sappy song like this?!" Ikkaku demanded, staring at Yumichika in surprise.

"My power flurries through the air into the ground,
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around.
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast,
I'm never going back, the past is in the past!
Let it go, let it go.
And I'll rise like the break of dawn,
Let it go, let it go.
That perfect girl is gone,
Here I stand in the light of day.
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway!"

The song ended and everyone stood up, clapping. Isane blushed and gave a small bow as she put the microphone back and stepped down off the stage, "That was so great Sis! I knew you could do it." Kiyone exclaimed as she ran up to Isane. Isane blushed again, "Thanks, I'm glad you liked it but I don't think I was that good." "Are you kidding, you were great!" Kiyone insisted, smiling as she hugged her sister. "That put everyone in a good mood, that was such an uplifting song. Don't you think so Captain?" questioned Rangiku, looking over at Hitsugaya. "That was very different, but it sounded quite good." Hitsugaya agreed, nodding his head. "I'd love to get that song, I wonder where it's from." Orihime wondered, a smile still on her face. "That is the hit song from the movie Frozen, it's about a queen named Elsa who possesses the power to control and create ice and snow. She is frightened because she does not know how to control it and so she runs away to the mountains, as a child her powers remained kept a secret from her sister, Princess Anna, after she was accidentally struck by Elsa's ice power. Having found out at the coronation ball for Elsa being crowned queen, Anna travels up to the mountains to find her sister and bring her back home." explained Nemu, popping up to stand by the group's table. "Where did you come from, you weren't here a minute ago." Ichigo cried, nearly falling out of his chair in surprise. "Now that was a soothing and sweet song," replied Rose, impressed by the fourth squad lieutenant's performance. "Hey Hiyori, you should get up there and perform for us." suggested Shinji, flashing a grin. "No way, why the hell would I want to do something stupid like that?" Hiyori demanded, glaring at Shinji. Noticing Shuhei still blushing, Izuru leaned over. "Shuhei, are you alright?" "Oh uh, yeah. I've never seen a performance that beautiful before," answered Shuhei, quickly turning away. "Oh hey, it looks like Shuhei is in love with Isane." Rangiku said a mischievous smile on her face. "Rangiku, don't get any ideas." reprimanded Hitsugaya, frowning. "Don't worry Captain, I won't cause any harm." Rangiku stated as she bounded over to Isane's table. "Should I be afraid?" questioned Shuhei, embarrassed and looking nervous. Hitsugaya sighed, "With my lieutenant, you never know."