Hot issue Front Cover

Lyric

Slacked

ZIW, Yuka Kawabata

ただダラダラa show to zone out to

朝から夜まで怠惰

やる気にならないんだわ。

つまらないつまらない。

何をしても中途半端

愛想尽かしてるLady

何も無くなってパッパラパー

寄らんNobody

Please somebody help me やる気Switch

ポンて押してTake me 憚らない拘り持って

ブレずに踊ればokay

どうせそんな心配してても

なるようにしかならんから生き急ぐな。

Damn

Everything is gonna be okay

どうしてたって衰える

遅かれWon't last anymore

だから無理すんだ。

遠くはないな

今まだ間に合う

晴れた空やんわりぼんやり誰か見てんだろな

野暮出来ないな

Everything is alright

生唾飲んで耐えたあの日だって超えてきたもんな

一丁前すぐhigh&low

二度は無いこの瞬間を

三歩進めたら二歩はええよ

まぁ全てうまくいく I know

1日もしない無駄

たられば並べなけりゃalright

はてさてkick in the door

俺は出来る。殻破りmake it true

(We've gotta stand our ground)

どうしてたって衰える

遅かれWon't last anymore

だから無理すんだ。

遠くはないな

今まだ間に合う

晴れた空やんわりぼんやり誰か見てんだろな

野暮出来ないな

Everything is alright

生唾飲んで耐えたあの日だって超えてきたもんな

  • Lyricist

    ZIW

  • Composer

    ZIW, Yuka Kawabata

  • Producer

    Yuka Kawabata

  • Mixing Engineer

    Junichiro taguchi

  • Mastering Engineer

    Junichiro taguchi

  • Graphic Design

    BEAR

  • Vocals

    ZIW

  • Trumpet

    Yuka Kawabata

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    Love You Better (Remix)

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    Slacked

    ZIW, Yuka Kawabata

The EP Hot Issue marks the artist's first release in approximately five years.
This project is a collaborative work with jazz trumpeter and producer Yuka Kawabata, developed entirely through online communication and brought to fruition in a distinctly modern way.

For the first time in the artist's career, the project places songwriting at its core.
Departing from the previously established style-defined by dark, city-driven textures and the interplay of silence-the EP instead unfolds through a sequence of tracks centered on smooth, accessible, and rhythmically light soundscapes.

Translating the artist's own "hot" experiences and emotions directly into sound, the work retains a striking sense of immediacy, offering a fresh and vivid listening experience that resonates with the audience.

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Apple Music • カフェミュージック

Past Playlist In

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Apple Music • New in R&B • 17 Apr 2026 LINE MUSIC • 邦楽ヒップホップ最新リリース • 15 Apr 2026 Apple Music • 78 musi-curate TuneCore Japan zone • 28 Apr 2026 Spotify • New Music Everyday - tuneTracks (curated by TuneCore Japan) • 15 Apr 2026 Spotify • Monday Spin • 20 Apr 2026 LINE MUSIC • J-POP最新リリース • 15 Apr 2026

Artist Profile

  • ZIW

    Born in Okinawa,Japan, an artist influenced by Black music,rooted in R&B,Hip-Hop,and Soul. Blending singing and rap seamlessly beyond the boundaries of a conventional rapper, the music captures emotional depth ,vulnerability, and the subtleties of the human experience. After selling out a one-man live show in January 2026, the base of activity moved from Okinawa to Tokyo. Collaborations include renowned musicians shaping Japan's music scene, such as DJ Mitsu the Beats of GAGLE, FKD, 1Co.INR, and featured artist ZIN from Soulflex. In addition to music releases, live performances and festival appearances continue to expand, evolving toward an even more refined sound and artistic vision.

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  • Yuka Kawabata

    Yuka Kawabata is a Tokyo-based trumpeter, producer, and track maker. Raised on classical piano and violin from childhood, she transforms that foundation and sensitivity into a sound that bridges neo-soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Blending improvisation with beat-driven production, Yuka continues to explore music beyond genre. As her international audience grows, editorial playlists and media are beginning to take notice - positioning her as a rising artist shaping the next wave.

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