JAPAN

Kingo

Kingo is a 24-year-old rapper based in Tokyo.

Born in Japan but having lived between post-war Cambodia and the United States, he carries an international story that shapes his artistry.With bilingual Japanese-English rap and collaborations with overseas artists, he continues to develop a truly global musical presence. Influenced by a wide range of artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Funkadelic, he showcases a rare and distinctive expression. In 2022, a street performance video of his band-style live session went viral on Twitter, surpassing 100,000 views.

His track “Always Around,” produced with music producer A.G.O., is available on major streaming platforms and has been featured in numerous official playlists.

In 2023, he made his debut appearance at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL 2023 on the ROOKIE A GO-GO stage.