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Japanese rising stars ONE OR EIGHT have just unveiled the highly anticipated third and final remix of their viral hit “KAWASAKI,” this time enlisting two powerhouse Asian artists—Felip (aka Ken of P-Pop phenomenon SB19) and Vietnamese-American R&B sensation thủy. This groundbreaking collaboration cements ONE OR EIGHT’s commitment to transcending borders and pushing the boundaries of contemporary music.
The electrifying new remix infuses hard-hitting trap beats, amplified by Felip’s deep, resonant vocals and effortless rap flow, while thủy’s sultry, melodic delivery adds a hypnotic dimension. Their contributions weave seamlessly into the song’s rebellious spirit, creating an anthem of resilience, ambition, and self-empowerment.
A Collaboration That Redefines “KAWASAKI”
“We’re incredibly grateful to have Felip and thủy on this remix. I think we all brought our unique flavors and styles, blending them in a way that uncovered a whole new dimension of ‘KAWASAKI.’ The contrast between Felip’s deep, resonant tone and my sharp, piercing sound created an exciting synergy, adding so much depth to the track. thủy’s verse took ‘KAWASAKI’ into uncharted territory, introducing vocals that elevated the song beautifully. We can’t wait to hear what the fans think of this amazing remix.”
– NEO, ONE OR EIGHT
“I’m excited to remix this amazing track. It’s an honor to collaborate with talented artists like ONE OR EIGHT and thủy, and I love that this showcases artists from all over the world. I enjoy making music that I love, and I hope that fans and listeners will enjoy it too.”
– Felip
“Working on this remix with ONE OR EIGHT was a natural choice for me because I love their style and music. Writing my verse was really fun! The production was totally different from anything I’ve done before, and I was excited to explore something new.”
– thủy
“KAWASAKI” – A Global Phenomenon
Originally released as a high-energy performance video, “KAWASAKI” quickly gained momentum, surpassing 10 million YouTube views in under a week. The track continued to smash records with a series of high-profile remixes, including collaborations with six-time GRAMMY-nominated rapper Big Sean (“KAWASAKI (with Big Sean)”) and Korean hip-hop star pH-1 (“KAWASAKI (with pH-1)”). This latest remix with Felip and thủy is the final evolution of the track, reinforcing ONE OR EIGHT’s dynamic ability to bridge diverse musical landscapes.
About ONE OR EIGHT
ONE OR EIGHT is an eight-member Japanese boy band featuring MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA. Their name, inspired by the Japanese phrase meaning “All or Nothing,” reflects their fearless approach to music. With the motto “BET ON YOURSELF,” they fuse hip-hop and pop with cutting-edge choreography, authentic lyricism, and a distinct streetwear aesthetic.
After the success of “KAWASAKI”, which charted at #1 on the Japan Billboard Heatseekers Songs Chart, the group officially debuted with their single “Don’t Tell Nobody”, produced by Ryan Tedder (Taylor Swift, Tate McRae, Adele) and David Stewart (BTS), featuring rap lyrics by Lucien Parker (Kanye West x Ty Dolla $ign “STARS”).
About Felip
Felip, also known as Ken, is a vocalist and dancer from the globally recognized P-Pop group SB19. Since debuting as a solo artist in 2021 with “Palayo”, his music has gained widespread recognition, earning him a nomination for Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the 2022 Wish Music Awards.
In 2023, he dropped his hit single “ROCKSTA”, amassing over 1M Spotify streams and 400K YouTube views within a month. His EP ‘COM·PLEX’, released in early 2023, landed multiple tracks on Spotify’s Viral 50 Philippines chart.
Felip continued his artistic evolution in 2024, releasing “Fake Faces”, co-written with Seann Bowe (Wiz Khalifa, All That Remains, The Veronicas) and produced by Hyuk Shin (153/Joombas Music Group). His debut album ‘7-Sins’, launched in July 2024, solidified his status as a rising star, drawing over 2,000 fans to his album concert.
About thủy
Vietnamese-American singer-songwriter thủy has carved out a unique space in modern pop-R&B with her genre-blending sound. Raised with a deep connection to her Vietnamese heritage, she draws inspiration from early 2000s icons like Britney Spears, Brandy, and Mariah Carey.
Her breakout single, “girls like me don’t cry,” became a viral sensation in 2023, amassing:
- 10M+ TikTok UGC videos
- 3B+ YouTube Shorts views
- 30M+ YouTube views
Named one of TikTok’s Top 10 Global Songs in 2023, the track catapulted thủy to international stardom, leading to features in VOGUE, L’Officiel, and collaborations with brands like Google, Samsung, Levi’s, McDonald’s, and PUMA. She also made history as the first-ever Vietnamese American artist to perform at Coachella.
With 750M+ total streams, thủy continues to dominate both the charts and the culture.
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