QWER’s Japanese debut single, “SHOW DOWN”, serves as the opening theme song for the anime adaptation of the hit webtoon ⁠Tomb Raider King. Through an energetic and intense band sound, it delivers a bold, empowering message: in a hypocritical world, you should charge forward fearlessly and smash through obstacles without caring about others’ judgment or gaze.

Song Credits

  • Artist: QWER
  • Album: SHOW DOWN
  • Released: July 8, 2026
  • Length: 2:30
  • Label: 3Y CORPORATION
  • Lyricists: 이동혁 (Lee Dong Hyuk) (PRISMFILTER) & GESTURE (PRISMFILTER)
  • Composition: 이동혁 (Lee Dong Hyuk) (PRISMFILTER), SEUNGJUN KIM, GESTURE (PRISMFILTER), Elum (PRISMFILTER), Shannon Bae & ONE.KI

QWER “SHOW DOWN” Official MV

QWER “SHOW DOWN” Lyrics

Japanese

(Ooh) 裏が透けるな
影ごと踊ろう
(Ooh) 殻を破ったら
さぁ今だ、 let’s show down

「全部だめ」、「すべてがだめ」
聞き飽きた言葉
ちがう答えだと？
全部知ってるつもりかよ
あいつもこいつも愛想笑い
道からそれたら上辺の心配
すべてがお見通しなんだよ
じゃ砕いてあげる

(Ooh) さり気なく
(Ooh) Poker face
のってやるのも、もう飽きたよ
さぁ、来いよ

虚構の中で
まやかしの運命
蔑すむ瞳も
全部、打ち負かすから
(Ooh) 慈悲なんてないさ
違うんだ オレは
(Ooh) 殻を破ったら
さぁ今だ、 let’s show down

おいー守れ、このルール
操り人形、興味なんかねぇ
特別ぶっても変わらねえ
お説教は no, no ごめん
どいつもこいつも、偽物party
じろじろ見るなよその視線なに？
すべてがお見通しなんだよ
じゃ砕いてあげる

(Ooh) さり気なく
(Ooh) Poker face
のってやるのも、もう飽きたよ
さぁ、来いよ

虚構の中で
まやかしの運命
蔑すむ瞳も
全部、打ち負かすから
(Ooh) 慈悲なんてないさ
違うんだ オレは
(Ooh) 殻を破ったら
さぁ今だ

闇に潜んだ影が迫っても
もう、邪魔はさせない させな
取り戻せ 立ち上がれ
全部ぶっ飛ばしていこう

虚構の中で
まやかしの運命
蔑すむ瞳も
全部、打ち負かすから
(Ooh) 慈悲なんてないさ
違うんだ オレは
(Ooh) 殻を破ったら
さぁ今だ、 let’s show down

Romanized

(Ooh) Ura ga sukeru na
Kage-goto odorou
(Ooh) kara o yabuttara
Sa~a imada, let’s show down

“Zenbu dame” , “subete ga dame”
Kiki akita kotoba
Chigau kotaedato?
Zenbu shitteru tsumori ka yo
Aitsu mo koitsu mo aisōwarai
Michi kara soretara uwabe no shinpai
Subete ga o mitōshina nda yo
Ja kudaite ageru

(Ooh) sarigenaku
(Ooh) Poker face
Notte yaru no mo, mō akita yo
Sa~a, koi yo

Kyokō no naka de
Mayakashi no unmei
Namisu mu hitomi mo
Zenbu, uchi makasukara
(Ooh) jihi nante nai sa
Chigau nda ore wa
(Ooh) kara o yabuttara
Sa~a imada, let’s show down

Oi ̄ mamore, kono rūru
Ayatsuri ningyō, kyōmi nanka nē
Tokubetsu butte mo kawaranē
O sekkyō wa no, no gomen
Do itsumo koitsu mo, nisemonoparty
Jirojiromiruna yoso no shisen nani?
Subete ga o mitōshina nda yo
Ja kudaite ageru

(Ooh) sarigenaku
(Ooh) Poker face
Notte yaru no mo, mō akita yo
Sa~a, koi yo

Kyokō no naka de
Mayakashi no unmei
Namisu mu hitomi mo
Zenbu, uchi makasukara
(Ooh) jihi nante nai sa
Chigau nda ore wa
(Ooh) kara o yabuttara
Sa~a imada

Yami ni hisonda kage ga sematte mo
Mō, jama wa sasenai sa se na
Torimodose tachiagare
Zenbu buttobashite ikou

Kyokō no naka de
Mayakashi no unmei
Namisu mu hitomi mo
Zenbu, uchi makasukara
(Ooh) jihi nante nai sa
Chigau nda ore wa
(Ooh) kara o yabuttara
Sa~a imada, let’s show down

Translation

(Ooh) I can see right through your hidden side Let’s dance together with our shadows (Ooh) Once we break out of our shells Now is the time, let’s show down

“Everything is no good,” “all of it is useless” I’m so sick of hearing those words You say you have a different answer? Do you really think you know it all? Everyone, left and right, wears a fake smile If you stray from the path, they offer shallow worries I can see right through all of it So let me smash it to pieces

(Ooh) Acting nonchalant (Ooh) Poker face I’m tired of playing along with it too Come on, bring it on

Inside this fiction This illusory fate Even those looking down on me with scoring eyes I’m going to defeat them all (Ooh) There is no mercy I am different (Ooh) Once I break out of my shell Now is the time, let’s show down

Hey, follow these rules I have zero interest in puppets Even if you act special, nothing changes Save the lectures, no, no thank you Everyone, left and right, it’s a party of fakes Stop staring at me, what’s with that look? I can see right through all of it So let me smash it to pieces

(Ooh) Acting nonchalant (Ooh) Poker face I’m tired of playing along with it too Come on, bring it on

Inside this fiction This illusory fate Even those looking down on me with scorning eyes I’m going to defeat them all (Ooh) There is no mercy I am different (Ooh) Once I break out of my shell Now is the time

Even if the shadows lurking in the darkness close in I won’t let them get in my way anymore, I won’t Take it back, stand up Let’s blow it all away and keep going

Inside this fiction This illusory fate Even those looking down on me with scorning eyes I’m going to defeat them all (Ooh) There is no mercy I am different (Ooh) Once I break out of my shell Now is the time, let’s show down

QWER “SHOW DOWN” Meaning

QWER’s “SHOW DOWN” is a powerful rock anthem about courage, determination, and refusing to back down in the face of adversity. Released as the opening theme for the anime adaptation of the webtoon Tomb Raider King, the song reflects the fighting spirit and relentless ambition of the story’s protagonist.

At its core, the track encourages listeners to push forward fearlessly, even when confronted by obstacles, criticism, or an unfair world. The lyrics emphasize standing firm in your convictions and continuing your journey without being influenced by the opinions or judgments of others.

Another key theme is resilience. The song portrays life as a challenge that requires strength and perseverance, inspiring listeners to break through barriers and keep moving toward their goals regardless of setbacks or opposition.

Ultimately, “SHOW DOWN” is an empowering anthem about self-belief and determination. With its energetic band sound and motivational message, the track serves as a reminder to face challenges head-on and create your own path without fear.