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jo0ji has captured the attention of Japan’s music industry—and rightfully so. The emerging singer and songwriter and his remarkable music have generated great excitement.  

This article answers frequently asked questions about the Japanese singer-songwriter jo0ji.

Who is jo0ji?

jo0ji (ジョージ) is a Japanese singer-songwriter. He has gained interest from many music industry professionals—particularly, for his creative music style and for his impressive lyricism with songs that “resonate in the hearts of listeners.” In addition to composing music, Joji has also created the artwork for some of his songs.

“I was instantly captivated by his strong individuality, radiating in all directions.”

-imase

jo0ji’s talent has not gone unnoticed; he has been featured in RADAR: Early Noise 2024 and Amazon’s Breakthrough Japan, in their respective collections of promising rising artists. 

Viral singer-songwriter imase has frequently recommended jo0ji as an artist to watch. In one feature, imase shared, “I was instantly captivated by his strong individuality, radiating in all directions.”

Where is jo0ji from?

jo0ji is originally from Tottori Prefecture in Japan. Residing near the sea, his family is deeply rooted in the local fishing industry. His father actively works as a fisherman while jo0ji himself contributes to operations at the local fishing port. Alongside his growing music career, jo0ji maintains these ties while working in the fishing industry.

What is the meaning behind jo0ji’s name?

jo0ji’s name is derived from the common Japanese name ジョージ “Joji,” (pronounced “Joh-ji” in English) with the addition of the number zero in the middle. When questioned about the stylization of his name, he has explained that there isn’t any particular significance behind it, other than that he thought it was cool.

How did jo0ji start making music?

jo0ji candidly reveals that he hadn’t considered making music until a few years ago when his friend began making rap songs. Initially, he intended to create music solely for his friend. However, he soon discovered enjoyment in building various elements of the songs himself. 

Alongside music production tools, he leverages the piano that he grew up learning to create his songs.

What was jo0ji’s first song?

“Fukutsu ni hana” (不屈に花) is jo0ji’s first song. Released on YouTube in August of 2022, jo0ji created this song for a struggling friend. Check out the video above.

In an interview, he shares that he initially made the song as cool sounding as possible to elicit laughter. However, when his friend expressed how deeply touching it was, he shared, “I was a little bashful and couldn’t respond.”

While it did not go viral, Fukutsu ni hana became a hot topic in the music industry. This momentum only continued to build through his subsequent EP, 475 (pronounced “yo-nah-go”) which featured four other distinctive and powerful tracks. 475 piqued further interest in his music and contributed significantly to his rising recognition within the music scene.

What makes jo0ji special?

jo0ji’s stands out for several reasons—some of which are included below:

Beautiful lyrics

Simply put, the jo0ji’s song lyrics are gripping. Each song holds a unique eloquence while still feeling relatable to the soul of listeners. His words have been likened to letters to a friend.

Singer-songwriter imase has praised the beauty of his lyricism, noting how one “can immediately immerse yourself in the world of [jo0ji’s] songs” 

Unique songs

jo0ji continues to demonstrate his originality as an artist. With each release, he crafts versatile songs showcasing new facets of his creativity, yet remains imbued with his signature artistic charm. 

Popular Japanese actor Ryo Narita is a fan of jo0ji, agreeing to take on the main character in his music video for the song “escaper.” Narita expresses anticipation for the artistic journey, stating “I want to see the inside of jo0ji’s head. I’m looking forward to seeing what he’ll show me next.” 

Artistic Talent

While not producing what one may consider a “viral” hit, jo0ji’s has garnered great attention from the music industry. Furthermore, despite his newcomer status, he’s already collaborated with notable people in the industry—including members of the Japanese band WONK, creative director unit Margt from PERIMETRON (led by King Gnu’s Tsuneta Daiki), and visual art director Shintaro Kira.

In a full interview with the artist, Rockin’ On Japan’s editor-in-chief mentions how jo0ji’s “makes a wide range of listeners think, ‘I’ve been waiting for an artist like this.’”

Despite not initially aspiring to pursue a music career, jo0ji’s talent shines through in his work, hinting at his boundless future potential. 

Where can I follow jo0ji?

Follow the rising singer-songwriter jo0ji through the links below.

X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/jo0ji3

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jo0j_s

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jo0ji.t/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4G_ZGF8XHx8zCAxTjbiTGw

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