Discover Mulasaki Ima (紫 今)
Mulasaki Ima (紫 今) is crafting her unique sound in Japan’s music scene. With her original tracks and distinct voice, the rising star is captivating listeners with her innovative, genre-bending discography.
This article answers commonly asked questions about Japanese singer Mulasaki Ima.
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Who is Mulasaki Ima?
Mulasaki Ima (紫 今) is a Japanese singer and songwriter. A multi-talented artist, she handles songwriting, composing, arranging, video editing, and even illustrating the artwork for her music.
She initially gained popularity through videos on TikTok and YouTube, as her music went viral across the digital platforms. Since then, she’s made her major record label debut and continues to gain recognition as a rising star in the music industry.
Viral singer-songwriter imase has recommended her as an artist to watch. (Learn all about imase on utatune).
What is the origin of Mulasaki Ima’s name?
The name “Mulasaki Ima” comes from the kanji characters Murasaki (紫), meaning purple, and “今” (Ima), meaning now. She chose “Murasaki” because it’s a mysterious color made by mixing red and blue, reflecting the unique blend of genres in her music. “Ima” signifies her desire to create fresh, current music. Together, “Murasaki Ima” represents her unique style and approach to music.
When did Mulasaki Ima decide to pursue a music career?
Mulasaki Ima wanted to be a singer from a very young age—far before she can remember. This aspiration came from her parents, who were once musicians themselves. In an interview, she shares, “Music was always in my home.”
When a YouTube video of her high school festival performance gained traction, she began to pursue her music career more seriously. (Check out one of the high school performance videos below.)
Motivated by its success, she continued posting more singing and guitar videos.
When did Mulasaki Ima begin making her own music?
While she always wanted to be a singer, Mulasaki Ima seriously began her journey as a songwriter after graduating high school.
Initially, she started composing music as a hobby in high school. As her skills grew, she found it frustrating to have fully formed songs in her head that she couldn’t fully create with just her guitar. After graduation, her father introduced her to GarageBand, which led her to discover digital music production.
The first songs she created were “Golden Time” (ゴールデンタイム) and “Emil.” (エーミール) Completing “Golden Time” first, she posted the song on TikTok in late 2022, which generated buzz on the platform.
When did Mulasaki Ima become popular?
Mulasaki Ima first gained attention in November 2022 with her song “Golden Time.” While originally shared on TikTok, she eventually released the song for digital streaming in March 2023.
Far from a one-hit-wonder, Mulasaki continued to gain popularity across many digital platforms. She went viral in 2023 with “Bonjin-sama”(凡人様), and in 2024 with “femme fatale A” (魔性の女A) –both becoming major hits on TikTok and other social media sites.
In her early days, she shared that her viral success provided a sense of reassurance and validation for her music. However, while acknowledging the power of TikTok, she emphasizes that going viral was not the ultimate goal. She carefully plans her releases to align with her journey as an artist.
What genre is Mulasaki Ima’s music?
Mulasaki Ima’s music doesn’t fit into one specific genre. Rather, she creates the kind of music she wants to hear, combining elements from various genres. In an interview, she expresses, ”I think the core of me, is that I create things with great curiosity, to satisfy my own desires.”
”I create things with great curiosity, to satisfy my own desires.”
Mulasaki Ima
Part of this comes from her broad musical upbringing and interests. From gospel, soul, and funk, to K-pop Vocaloid, and anime songs, Mulasaki Ima has been influenced by a wide range of music, which shines through in her multifaceted discography.
Her music continues to be driven by her thinking, “It would be interesting if there was a song like this.”
When did Mulasaki Ima begin playing guitar?
Mulasaki Ima started playing guitar in middle school. Initially, it was not out of specific interest in the instrument, but because she thought it would be beneficial for her goal of becoming a singer.
She joined a guitar club in high school and continued to improve both her singing and playing ability. Her talented guitar skills are evident across her YouTube channel, with guitar covers and acoustic versions of her songs. Check out one of the videos above.
When did Mulasaki Ima make her major debut?
Mulasaki Ima made her major record label debut in 2024 with Sony Music Entertainment Japan.
What was Mulasaki Ima’s first anime song?
Mulasaki Ima’s first anime song was “School Diary”. It is used as the ending song for Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga, the third season of the Blue Exorcist TV anime series. The song was released in March 2024.
In her official comment, she shares her intention to create a song that sounds different at the beginning and the end of the epic story. The song captures the themes of youth from the original work while incorporating elements of gospel music.
As an anime lover, she was thrilled about the opportunity, sharing “I felt like my childhood dream has come true.”
Where can I follow Mulasaki Ima?
As one of her major goals, Mulasaki Ima hopes to someday go on a dome tour, comprising some of the country’s biggest stages. Follow Mulasaki Ima’s journey through the links below.
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