Angela Aki

Angela Aki is a Japanese singer, songwriter, and pianist known for her piano-based pop/rock style and her significant contributions to film and video game soundtracks. After writing and performing the theme song ‘Kiss Me Good-Bye’ for the critically acclaimed video game Final Fantasy XII in 2005, Angela Aki solidified her position as a distinctive singer, songwriter, and pianist. Her career began with the independent album These Words, released in the USA in 2000, followed by the indie mini-album ONE in Japan in 2005, which garnered attention from renowned composer Nobuo Uematsu, leading to her significant contribution to the Square Enix title. In September 2005, Aki signed with Epic Records, marking her major debut with the single ‘HOME.’ She achieved a career milestone in December 2006, performing solo at the Nippon Budokan, making history as the first artist to headline the venue with just her piano.

In November 2023, Aki announced her highly anticipated return to active music creation. Demonstrating her versatile compositional skills, she composed the music for the acclaimed musical adaptation of In This Corner of the World in 2024. Building on this momentum, she released Angela Aki Sings Kono Sekai no Katasumi ni in April 2024, showcasing new interpretations of her musical theatre work and re-engaging her dedicated fanbase. Angela Aki continues to expand her influence across various artistic mediums.

She is currently composing for the upcoming thriller film Eugene the Marine, slated for release in 2025, further solidifying her contributions to film soundtracks. Fans eagerly await her new original studio album, which is scheduled for release in February 2026, further cementing her legacy as a prolific and innovative artist known for her signature piano-based pop/rock style and her significant impact on film, video game, and theatrical productions.