The Best Songs from the First Half of 2021

Ms. OOJA was born in Mie Prefecture and serves as the Tourism Ambassador for Mie Prefecture and Yokkaichi City. She has also gained a reputation for cover songs, releasing three cover albums with curated love songs. “Mayonaka no Door -Stay With Me-” was recorded in the album Nagashi no OOJA-Vintage Song Covers, which covers classics from the Showa era (1926-1989). It became a revival hit and reached 1.8 million views in Ms. OOJA’s YouTube channel. Her silky voice is said to have a 1/f fluctuation, which is believed to have a soothing effect on people. Strength and dignity are the underling concepts behind her music and performances, and she works under the motto “this voice will inspire a new you.” Awesome City Club is a three-unit group formed in 2013.The group has two vocals and their music is an eclectic mix of pop, rock, soul, R&B, and dance music that showcases the members’ versatile roots.