A popular male singer-songwriter in Japanese music
Singer-songwriters who write lyrics and compose their own music are especially rare and valuable artists among musicians of all kinds.
I imagine there are people who follow music focusing only on songs by singer-songwriters.
So, this time, we’ll introduce popular male singer-songwriters in Japanese music.
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Popular male singer-songwriters in Japanese music (ages 41–50)
iLifeRAY
No matter what people say, he does what he does without doubting himself.
Isn’t that his artist style? The sound is so easy to listen to that some people even ask, “Is this reggae?”—it appeals to everyone and will likely be welcomed by those new to reggae as well.
Head Over Heels feat. Sho-gen, AYA a.k.a. PANDASHAPE
SHAPE’s charm lies in his sweet looks and smooth voice.
With a strong dose of SOUND and EDM elements that make your body move before you know it, this track will get the crowd dancing for sure.
The music video is a must-see—great eye candy, too.
He’s also bilingual and fluent in Korean.
Top a TopTACH-B
A talented Ragamuffin born in Nagano Prefecture.
Anyone who sees his performance will find themselves nodding along.
On the scene, some even whisper that he’s a rising star of the next-generation rub-a-dub.
His activity in Tokyo is now something you could call familiar.
While there are concerns about young people drifting away from music, you can’t help but feel the power in his singing voice.
DEARTAK-Z & 446
The prince of the reggae world—there’s no doubt he has countless fans nationwide, regardless of gender—thanks to his sweet voice and gentle demeanor.
This tune is a heartfelt, love-filled track unique to him, perfectly fitting as the final song with the late Mr.
446, and one he’d want to dedicate to someone special.
Baby, I love youTEE
TEE is a singer-songwriter from Hiroshima Prefecture.
He was active as a boxer in high school, but an injury in his junior year of college led him to pursue music.
He made his major debut in 2010, and one of his releases became a massive hit with over 700,000 downloads.
That same year, he won Best New Artist at the Billboard JAPAN Music Awards, catapulting him into the spotlight.
Self-taught in both singing and songwriting, he’s known for moving melodies and a rich, resonant voice.
Centered on warm love songs, his albums such as Kido I Raku and much love showcase a wide musical range.
With heartwarming messages and melodies, he’s a wonderful artist who brings comfort to many listeners.
The Plush Toy SongVOG
You’re sure to get hooked on the high-pitched voice that belies his appearance.
Your ears will be captured by the gentle guitar melodies and cute lyrics.
Apparently, it’s a song born from being deeply moved by Toy Story.
A singer from Kyushu now based in Kyoto, he’s working energetically—keep an eye on what he does next.
TURTRE TALKYOU-KID
A unique track inspired by that well-known mouse-themed amusement park’s Turtle Talk! The underground sound that’s been getting buzz lately paired with a pop music video is absolutely top-notch.
Especially in Shibuya’s hip-hop scene, this is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser live! Why not check it out at a show?