On February 5, 2025, 775 made her long-awaited return with the EP Ya Vibes. The five-track project includes "Anagoroshi," based on a real-life experience; "Dre Mi Reggae," a collaboration with fellow artist ZENDAMAN; and songs like "Dibbi Dibbi Boy" and "Sukiya," which deal with themes of masculinity and unspoken emotions. This article presents a Q&A interview reconstructed from 775's own words, staying true to her voice and energy.
About the EP Ya Vibes
— Congrats on the EP release. How are you feeling right now?
How I feel right now? Hmm… I just really want people to feel the "Ya" vibes.
— The kimono in the “Ya Vibes” music video really stood out. It reminds us of “Yotterasshai.”
I wouldn't say it's a follow-up to “Yotterasshai,” but I did want people to see how I’ve changed since then. The kimono in the video just felt like a natural fit for where I’m at now.
— Was there anything in particular you focused on during the shoot?
I wouldn't say I had anything specific in mind (laughs). But it does feel like it captures who I am right now.
— What kind of message did you put into this song?
I hope everyone takes something different from it. It’s got songs like “Anagoroshi” in there too.
About “Anagoroshi”
— We heard “Anagoroshi” is based on your own experience. What was going through your mind when you wrote it?
It was my first time going through something like that. I turned it into a song and… kinda wanted that guy to hear it. I think I wrote it around the time it happened.
About “Dre Mi Reggae”
— Your collaboration with ZENDAMAN on “Dre Mi Reggae” has gotten a lot of buzz. How did it come about?
I had been singing that song since junior high, only in live freestyle sessions. When ZENDAMAN jumped on it, I thought maybe the two of us together could spread more reggae vibes to people. That’s how it came together.
About “Dibbi Dibbi Boy”
— The line “I’m the manlier one” really stands out. When do you feel more manly than some guys?
Just like the lyrics say—when I see a guy being petty or just standing around waiting for someone else to pay the bill. That’s when I’m like, “Yeah, 775’s the manlier one here.”
About “Sukiya”
— “Sukiya” feels like a confession of emotions that are hard to say aloud. What would you say to people who struggle to express those feelings?
I’d say, “Then let ‘Sukiya’ do the talking for you” (laughs).
On Taking a Break and Performing Again
— After your vocal troubles and break from performing, did your perspective on music change?
Yeah. I didn’t know when my voice would recover, but more than anything, I just wanted to perform again.
— How was your comeback show on February 11, 2025?
Everyone who came to the solo show had been listening even while I was off the scene. It really hit me. And with this new EP, I felt reassured knowing I still had fans who waited for me.
Looking Ahead
— Is there anything new you want to try?
Plenty. Still got lots of things I want to do.
— Do you have a specific goal in mind?
Let’s see… I’d like to have my music used in a commercial someday.
— Any final message for listeners and fans who waited for you?
I’ll keep bringing sound to your ears. Yotterasshai!
Release Info
775 – Ya Vibes
1. Ya Vibes
2. Anagoroshi
3. Dre Mi Reggae (feat. ZENDAMAN)
4. Dibbi Dibbi Boy
5. Sukiya
Profile
775 (Nanako)
Born on July 8, 1997, in Kishiwada, Osaka, 775 is a Japanese reggae artist who began her career in local reggae events as a teenager. She gained widespread attention with “Yotterasshai,” a track from her 2020 debut EP Kunoichi. The music video hit 1 million views within its first month and has since surpassed 12 million views as of January 2024, becoming her signature song.
In June 2022, she released her long-awaited full-length album Atai, which broke into the Top 10 of the overall iTunes download rankings—beyond just the reggae genre. At the end of the same year, she headlined her first solo show, “Ragga na Atai no One-Man Live,” at Namba Hatch in Osaka, featuring guest appearances by R-Shitei, MINMI, and DOZAN11 a.k.a. Miki Dōzan.
Recently, she’s also been gaining attention outside the music scene, appearing on variety TV shows and more. With her growing presence, 775 is emerging as a new star in the Japanese reggae world.