Yoasobi

YOASOBI is a Japanese music duo that has become one of Japan's most successful acts in recent years. The group consists of composer/producer Ayase and vocalist ikura. They gained prominence starting in 2019 with their unique approach of creating songs based on original short stories.

Their breakthrough came with "Yoru ni Kakeru" (Racing Into the Night) in 2020, which became a massive hit across streaming platforms. Some of their other notable songs include "Gunjō" (Ultramarine), "Haruka" (Far Away), and "Idol."

What makes YOASOBI particularly interesting is their creative process - Ayase first reads or writes a short story, then composes music inspired by that narrative. The songs effectively transform these stories into musical form, with ikura's vocals bringing the characters and emotions to life.

The duo has also gained international recognition, including performing the opening theme "Idol" for the popular anime series "Oshi no Ko" in 2023. Their music often deals with complex emotional themes while maintaining catchy, upbeat melodies that blend electronic and pop elements.

Musical Elements:

• Genre: J-pop, electronic pop
• Composition process: Songs are based on short stories
• Production: Mix of digital production and live vocals
• Language: Primarily Japanese

Major Releases:

• "夜に駆ける" (Yoru ni Kakeru) - 2020
• "群青" (Gunjō) - 2020
• "あの夢をなぞって" (Ano Yume wo Nazotte) - 2020
• "怪物" (Kaibutsu) - 2021
• "アイドル" (Idol) - 2023

Notable Achievements:

• First place on Billboard Japan Hot 100
• Multiple anime theme songs including "Beastars" and "Oshi no Ko"
• Over 1 billion streams on various platforms
• Regular appearances on Japan's music shows like Music Station