Aimyon (あいみょん)

Introduction

Meet Aimyon, the enchanting voice that resonates with the heartbeats of Japan’s music scene. Born into a family where music was not just entertainment but a legacy, Aimyon, whose real name is Aimi, was nurtured in a household filled with melodies and aspirations. With a grandmother who dreamt of being a singer, a father involved in sound engineering, and a melodically gifted mother, Aimyon’s destiny in music seemed written in the stars.

From the tender age of a middle school student, Aimyon began crafting her own songs, a journey that started in the cozy corners of her childhood home and led her onto the grand stages of Japan. Her artist name, Aimyon, is a creative blend inspired by her love for K-pop during her formative years, adding a unique flair to her already captivating persona.

Aimyon’s music career took a significant turn when a friend uploaded her performance to YouTube, catching the attention of industry insiders. Under the guidance of producer Junichi Hoshino, she was tasked to create 50 songs before her debut, a challenge she surpassed with flying colors, eventually crafting 130 tracks that spanned a spectrum from philosophical musings to romantic tales. This prolific songwriting not only honed her skills but also set the stage for her big break.

In 2016, Aimyon made her major debut with the single “Ikiteitandayo na,” and her career trajectory has only soared upwards since. By 2017, her single “Kimi wa Rock wo Kikanai” became a massive hit, playing on heavy rotation across 42 radio stations nationwide, marking her arrival as a major player in the music industry. Her track “Marigold,” released in 2018, cemented her status as a beloved artist, leading to her inaugural appearance at the prestigious NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, an annual music program that features only the crème de la crème of J-pop artists.

Aimyon’s discography is a rich tapestry of emotive storytelling, with albums such as “Seishun no Excitement” and singles like “Haru no Hi” and “Manatsu no Yoru no Nioi ga Suru” resonating with fans for their heartfelt lyrics and melodic depth. Each album is a chapter of her life, reflecting her growth as an artist and her exploration of diverse themes from love and longing to personal growth and introspection.

Moreover, Aimyon’s ability to connect with audiences goes beyond her recorded music. In 2019, she performed at the iconic Nippon Budokan, a venue synonymous with stardom in Japan, further proving her mettle as a live performer. Her adaptability was also showcased during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she embraced the digital stage, offering live performances via YouTube and Twitch, bringing comfort to fans during uncertain times.

In recent years, Aimyon has expanded her artistic footprint to include acting, with a role in the animated film by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, and continues to contribute significantly to soundtracks in the film industry, including the anticipated “Window on the Clear Moon” due to release in 2024.

Aimyon’s journey is a compelling narrative of talent, perseverance, and the unyielding power of music. As she continues to weave her path through melodies and lyrics, her voice remains not just a beacon of musical excellence in Japan, but a universal whisper in the ears of an ever-growing global audience. Join her melodious expedition, and let Aimyon take you through a world where every note resonates with the beauty of life’s intricate emotions.

Discography

• 愛を伝えたいだとか (2017-05-03)
• ハート (2021-11-24)
• 愛を伝えたいだとか – EP (2017-05-03)
• 青春のエキサイトメント (2017-09-13)
• ハルノヒ (2019-04-17)
• 瞳へ落ちるよレコード (2022-08-17)
• ハルノヒ (2019-04-17)
• 瞳へ落ちるよレコード (2022-08-17)
• 愛を伝えたいだとか (2018-11-14)
• 初恋が泣いている (2022-06-08)
• ハルノヒ (2019-04-17)
• 生きていたんだよな (2018-11-14)
• 真夏の夜の匂いがする (2019-07-24)
• 朝陽 (2020-08-21)
• 憎まれっ子世に憚る (2015-12-02)
• 愛を知るまでは (2021-05-07)
• マリーゴールド (2018-08-08)
• 双葉 (2022-03-24)
• さよならの今日に (2020-02-14)
• tamago (2015-05-20)
• 君はロックを聴かない (2017-08-02)
• おいしいパスタがあると聞いて (2020-09-09)
• 今夜このまま – EP (2018-11-24)
• AIMYON BUDOKAN -1995- (2019-10-02)
• 瞳へ落ちるよレコード (2022-08-17)
• 真夏の夜の匂いがする (2019-07-24)
• 空の青さを知る人よ (2019-10-02)
• 今夜このまま (2018-11-14)
• 空の青さを知る人よ (2019-10-02)
• 満月の夜なら (2018-04-25)
• 青春のエキサイトメント (2017-09-12)
• 愛の花 (2023-06-07)
• ハート (2021-11-24)
• 瞳へ落ちるよレコード (2022-08-17)
• 生きていたんだよな (2016-11-30)
• ai no hana (2023-06-07)
• 桜が降る夜は (2021-02-17)
• tamago (2015-08-05)
• 青春のエキサイトメント (2018-11-14)
• 生きていたんだよな (2016-11-30)
• 愛を知るまでは / 桜が降る夜は (2021-05-26)
• 初恋が泣いている (2022-06-08)
• tamago (2015-05-20)
• 愛を伝えたいだとか (2017-05-03)
• 満月の夜なら (2018-04-25)
• 裸の心 (2020-06-17)
• スーパーガール (2021-03-17)
• 愛を知るまでは/桜が降る夜は (2021-05-26)
• 愛を伝えたいだとか (Remix) (2018-05-10)
• 空の青さを知る人よ (2019-10-02)
• 今夜このまま (2018-11-14)
• 満月の夜なら (2018-04-25)
• おいしいパスタがあると聞いて (2020-09-09)
• 君はロックを聴かない (2017-08-01)
• AIMYON BUDOKAN -1995- (2019-10-02)
• 君はロックを聴かない (2018-11-14)
• 瞬間的シックスセンス (2019-02-13)
• Heard That There’s Good Pasta (2020-09-09)
• 瞬間的シックスセンス (2019-02-13)
• 瞳へ落ちるよレコード (2022-08-17)
• Morning Sun (2020-08-21)
• ハルノヒ (2019-04-17)
• マリーゴールド (2018-11-14)
• 愛を伝えたいだとか (2017-05-03)
• AIMYON BUDOKAN -1995- (2019-10-02)
• 貴方解剖純愛歌～死ね～ (2015-02-22)
• AIMYON BUDOKAN -1995- (2019-10-02)
• 真夏の夜の匂いがする (2019-07-24)
• おいしいパスタがあると聞いて (2020-09-09)
• 愛の花 (2023-04-05)
• 怪物さん (2020-03-27)
• Momentary Sixth Sense (2019-02-13)
• 君はロックを聴かない (2017-08-01)
• 裸の心 (2020-06-17)
• マリーゴールド (2018-08-08)

Popular Songs

• 愛を伝えたいだとか
• ハッピー
• MIO
• ハート
• 森のくまさん