A roundup of REIKO’s recommended songs: a collection of gems that draw you in more with every listen

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REIKO ‘Take It Back (Prod. Sam is Ohm)’ Music Video

Singer-songwriter REIKO, who has Filipino roots and a remarkable sense of groove, is drawing attention.

Blending a track that feels like a modern reconstruction of ’90s New Jack Swing with an empowering message urging those who might lose themselves in a new phase of life to “take back control,” this is a bona fide killer tune.

Released in April 2025, Take It Back is positioned as the first installment of an “R&B trilogy,” created in collaboration with producer Sam is Ohm.

Its irresistible, body-moving exhilaration and REIKO’s soaring vocals make it perfect for mornings when you’re diving into a new environment or moments when you want to step forward with confidence.

Let yourself sink into the rhythm and give it a listen.

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REIKO ‘No More’ Music Video

Singer-songwriter REIKO, whose talent was discovered through participation in the audition program “THE FIRST,” has been honing her skills as a trainee.

This self-written and self-composed track is a dance number where groove-laden beats blend seamlessly with sultry vocals.

Released digitally in September 2023 as a pre-debut single, it drew major attention with its first live performance at the “D.U.N.K.

Showcase.” It’s also included on her first EP, “Debut,” released in 2024, and is cherished by fans.

Its mature worldview, depicting the push and pull of romance, is sure to set your heart racing.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to surrender to a pleasant rhythm and dance, or to elevate your mood at night.

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REIKO / All I Want For Christmas Is You (Cover)

It’s a classic Christmas song beloved around the world by Mariah Carey, but REIKO’s cover is truly exceptional as well! Unlike the original’s glamorous vibe, this version features a tender arrangement backed by a simple, solo piano, showcasing his expansive, sweet vocals.

The single-minded devotion to a loved one expressed in the lyrics resonates even more poignantly.

Released in December 2021 as part of a YouTube project, this cover isn’t an official release, but it remains strongly etched in fans’ memories as the first Christmas song he performed after joining BMSG.

It’s a perfect track for quiet winter nights when you want to soak in a heartwarming vocal performance.

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REIKO 'Mischief' Music Video

Singer-songwriter REIKO captivates with a voice that seems to melt into the bittersweet winter air and a groove steeped in R&B sensibilities.

Released in November 2023 as a holiday gift, this digital single is an exquisitely heartrending medium-tempo ballad that portrays a heart swaying between lingering feelings for a past love and faint hope.

Co-written with producer Matt Cab and others, the track is also included on her first EP, “Debut,” released in December 2024, and showcases her delicate vocal work.

The lyrics convey a palpable pain that’s more than just sweet, making it a song you’ll want to savor on a quiet, solitary night.

A Tagalog version has also been released along with a music video, so take this opportunity to give it a listen.

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REIKO ‘Hanggang kailan pa’ Music Video

How about an exotic, foreign-flavored number that sings of wistful love? Even if you don’t understand the words, this piece—written in Tagalog, one of the official languages of the Philippines—will seep into your heart through REIKO’s gentle vocals and the beauty of its melody.

Released in November 2023 as a holiday gift and later included on the first EP “Debut,” it’s a track where using REIKO’s heritage language enables more personal emotional expression, creating a unique sense of weightlessness that meshes with the R&B groove.

The sound, co-created with Matt Cab and others, is superb, revealing deeper layers with every listen.

It’s a perfect song for a relaxed evening or when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.

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REIKO “LOVE DEEPER (Prod. m.c.A·T)” Music Video

REIKO, a talented singer-songwriter born in the Philippines and raised in Aichi Prefecture, is a member of BMSG.

Starting with no prior experience, she has steadily grown her fanbase thanks to her innate sense of groove and powerful vocals.

Among her works, this track produced by m.c.A·T is a number that deeply moves listeners.

Released as a digital single in June 2025, it also drew attention for officially sampling Toshinobu Kubota’s classic “Ryusei no Saddle.” As the final installment of her “R&B Trilogy,” the song is characterized by a warm embrace that gently validates overflowing tears.

It has earned high praise for live performances as well, with her nationwide tour selling out.

If you’re looking for music that truly resonates with the heart, be sure to check it out.

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REIKO ‘BUTTERFLY’ Music Video

How about an exquisite R&B tune for a night when you want to bask in sweet, bittersweet feelings of love? Inspired by a butterfly necklace that REIKO reportedly wore on a daily basis, this track captures the flutter of budding romance, expressed through REIKO’s uniquely groovy vocals.

After about two years of training following the audition, it was finally released in October 2023 as her long-awaited major debut single.

The talent she showcased in her pre-debut song “No More” has blossomed even further, resulting in a piece that gently nestles close to the listener’s heart.

It’s perfect for a leisurely bath or a quiet, solitary evening—give it a listen.

The musical-style direction of the music video is wonderful as well, so don’t miss that either.