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Since launching her live activities in full scale in 2025, this song has been performed at nearly every show and has become one of Kijima El's signature pieces. It is now finally released as an official recording.

Previously included in the live venue exclusive acoustic album Under the Sky, the song returns in a newly arranged version.

With the addition of strings by Kazunori Suma Strings, the track expands in scale, bringing to life the restrained impulses and the energy of liberation that lie within.

Comment by Kijimael

There was a time when, in order to pursue my dream of living through expression, I felt I had to blend into society and pretend to be normal. No matter how hard I tried, something always felt forced. This song was born from the discomfort of not being able to truly fit in.

There were days when I was afraid of drifting away from my dream. I wrote this song as a promise to myself, a resolve to keep choosing what I truly want. It carries a message to move forward not by logic or appearances, but by instinct.

I refuse to let it end on a desk.

This is Kijima El's current position, right here, right now.

Artist Profile

  • Kijimael

    Singer songwriter Kijima El is an emerging artist gaining attention both in Japan and internationally. With a voice that blends transparency and melancholy along with a distinctive approach to the ukulele she has been steadily expanding her audience. Her Instagram following which was around 900 in May last year has grown rapidly to 30000 as of February 2026. Her self written songs delicately portray inner landscapes that feel almost like prayers resonating with listeners by gently connecting to their memories and emotions. Her single Miko released on February 6 2026 was written around the theme of confronting her own name and destiny. The track was selected for the playlist NEW BORN J POP Next Generation Trending J POP Artists on KKBOX Taiwan one of the largest music streaming services in Taiwan. In addition to the playlist placement she was also featured as a banner artist further increasing attention from audiences across Asia. She performs mainly in live venues around Shimokitazawa and Daikanyama in Tokyo. On March 20 her signature song Live Untamed will finally receive its long awaited digital release.

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