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I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free

Ryuto Kasahara & THE SOUL EATERS

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Up-and-coming R&B/Soul singer Ruto Kasahara, based in Sapporo, teams up with his own soul band, THE SOUL EATERS, for a powerful new single, "I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free," set for digital release on June 6, 2025.

This heartfelt cover of the iconic anthem, which has been interpreted by countless legendary artists, is delivered with soulful vocals and a rich, live band arrangement that pays deep respect to the original.

Ruto Kasahara's expressive voice and the vibrant, groove-filled performance by THE SOUL EATERS breathe new life into the classic, while staying true to its emotional core. Originally composed by jazz pianist Billy Taylor and famously performed by Nina Simone in 1967 as a civil rights anthem, "I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free" has been covered by many renowned artists including John Legend & The Roots and The Derek Trucks Band.

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iTunes Store • R&B/Soul TOP SONGS • Japan • TOP 20 • 6 Jun 2025

Artist Profile

  • Ryuto Kasahara

    In 2014, he became interested in R&B Music and began Yearn for the origin of that music,the black style, and went to New York. To Study. He experienced the real music and language, and also experienced the open mic live where local talented artists gather.The best chance is to keep trying.He is one of the most popular singer-songwriters in R&B and Soul music.

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  • THE SOUL EATERS

    2022年結成 札幌在住のSoul Band 笠原瑠斗はじめ、北海道の異なるジャンルのアーティストが一同集まりSoul Townとして歴史のある札幌でいまも尚、自分達の耳に残り鳴り響いている魂の音楽について追求している。 vocal 笠原瑠斗 guitar KENTA (SLANG) drum 佐々木”Kazoo”和徳 keyboard KUNI(beat sunset) bass Dai-chang!!(beat sunset)

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