Today’s song is “Soul Trip” by Shihori. The NYC by way of Japan artist shows us how to de-stress even when faced with negativity with her positive music.
Shihori, who has overcome multiple disabilities (Partial deafness, Asperger syndrome, and dwarfism) and even a kidnapping incident in her relatively short life, sings songs about true love (“love who you are” etc) and how to create a stronger inner life; empowering yourself so you can empower others.
She made her major debut in Japan in 2007. She has released popular songs, including 11 that were Gold Disc certificated (sold more than 10,000 copies) CDs despite facing many tough experiences since her childhood.
“Sometimes I felt death very near me, especially when I was bullied in elementary school and around the time I was mentally abused and kidnapped by music management company people. What saved me, at last, was the idea that “Everything has both sides, there’s a light on the other side of shadow”. “God coordinates things perfectly for a better life all the time”. “So, SEEK THE LIGHT SIDE”
After a decade of her success in Japan, Shihori relocated to US to challenge herself and seek bigger success.
Shihori has been struggling since her relocation in NY in 2018 to get used to American culture and to adjust her established music style to the American music industry and write songs in English.
“It wasn’t easy at all. I feel like I’m surviving in a jungle literally,” she says, but still, her powerful music and performances full of positive energy have stunned audiences in the US.
Then the pandemic hit and her plan were canceled. Instead of giving up, she took the time to get creative. Through three months of her self-quarantine, she created some songs which include the previous single and this newest single, “Soul Trip.”
“I was pretty much stressed out at the beginning of the pandemic; all the gigs were canceled, I couldn’t have the studio sessions and photo shoots. But I told myself these beliefs every day, I tried to find the light side of this hardship. I found this could be a great opportunity to invest in a better future while I can’t be out at all. I bought some equipment, made my bedroom into a recording and photoshoot studio, learned some new skills. I looked around Soundbetter and found two very talented music producers I could work on new singles with, which was the most amazing treasure I got because of this pandemic.”
This is the latest track from the NYC singer-songwriter.
The song was produced by Killian Cruiser who calls it a “super modern and vibey but kinda sexy and edgy too!”
“Soul Trip” is a soulful melodic ballad that features charming pop with a soothing ambient soul that is supercharged with grooving electronic beats. It’s got a sweet yet sexy sound that can help you feel better when you’re having a bad day.
Listen below and for more information on Nakane Shihori check out her official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.