Awich is a Japanese rapper from Naha, Okinawa, who raps in Japanese and English. She began writing lyrics at 13 and performing at 14, joined the Yentown collective in 2017 as its only female member, and signed to Universal J in 2020.
Background
Awich released her first album, Asian Wish Child, independently in December 2007. Her profile grew after she joined Yentown in 2017, and her 2021 single “Gila Gila” with JP THE WAVY and YZERR reached the Japan Hot 100 and was certified platinum for streaming by the RIAJ. Chaki Zulu has been her main production partner on several albums.
Releases
- Asian Wish Child (December 2007): first album.
- Kujaku / Peacock (11 January 2020).
- Queendom (4 March 2022).
- The Union (25 October 2023): reached number 25 on Oricon’s album chart.
- Okinawan Wuman (21 November 2025): executive produced by RZA, with guests including ASAP Ferg, Joey Bada$$, Lupe Fiasco and Westside Gunn.
Where to start
Begin with “Gila Gila” and Queendom, then listen to The Union and Okinawan Wuman.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Awich
- Apple Music for release dates
- Official YouTube channel for the description and social links
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