If Soul is what speaks to her soul, who are we to tell her she doesn't have the right to express what is in her heart? If she is a culture vulture, she devours it well then. She connects with soul and R&B and regardless of the opinions of "some" people, she has EVERY RIGHT to honor that. She isn't putting on or doing black-speak when interviewing. She isn't Iggy doing vocal blackface, either. She is authentic in what she loves, has a beautiful, soulful voice and I look forward to seeing more of her. Periodt.
I think people who insist on calling everyone a "culture vulture" are jealous of the effort a non-black artist like Nao puts into their craft. It's selfishness and entitlement wrapped into one; maybe even confusion at the fact that someone actually admirers 'our' culture, meaning that their intentions must be malicious. It's an ugly attitude to have in this day and age.
Dang, Yoshioka-San, if you are listening, you are from Oosaka! I have spent some years living in Kansai, and found the variety of Japanese spoken there to be one of the most soulful sounds I had ever heard. I remember eavesdropping on pairs of people in crowded stations to get a taste of the dripping contours and rhythmic interaction of speaker and listener. Have you ever collaborated with a poet from your old home?
Yes, her voice and the way she sings sounds really great. Still, just personally something is missing, which would be “depth” of it. Not just she alone, Japanese voice is to too clear and less overtones to listen to. I’d like to feel some more noise in it, that’s what I mean.
If Soul is what speaks to her soul, who are we to tell her she doesn't have the right to express what is in her heart? If she is a culture vulture, she devours it well then. She connects with soul and R&B and regardless of the opinions of "some" people, she has EVERY RIGHT to honor that. She isn't putting on or doing black-speak when interviewing. She isn't Iggy doing vocal blackface, either. She is authentic in what she loves, has a beautiful, soulful voice and I look forward to seeing more of her. Periodt.
I think people who insist on calling everyone a "culture vulture" are jealous of the effort a non-black artist like Nao puts into their craft. It's selfishness and entitlement wrapped into one; maybe even confusion at the fact that someone actually admirers 'our' culture, meaning that their intentions must be malicious. It's an ugly attitude to have in this day and age.
Iggy azelia is a culture vulture, this beautiful singer isnt. People are actual morons, its pathetic
I absolutely love her. She is amazing. Been a fan for years
Definitely one of the best Yoshioka performances.
She is Total Magic!!!!
love this woman. i really enjoyed this and look forward to hearing more from this woman or should i say sister? again...wonderful!
yes, this is incredible music from a japanese lady!
Welcome to the club because she’s got it!
Damn, she's beautiful with a great voice!
Dang, Yoshioka-San, if you are listening, you are from Oosaka! I have spent some years living in Kansai, and found the variety of Japanese spoken there to be one of the most soulful sounds I had ever heard. I remember eavesdropping on pairs of people in crowded stations to get a taste of the dripping contours and rhythmic interaction of speaker and listener. Have you ever collaborated with a poet from your old home?
Great interview - thx VOA for your support!
Sing it Girl !!
incredible.
She is good. 🎵🎶🎵
This is something of a mindscrew
LMAO! IKR?
Wow... she's making me sweat with that beautiful voice
Precious!
Wow
Music: 09:38
素晴らしいですね。
Who is the piano guy?? I love him x)
拠点を日本からアメリカに移されますが日本のファン！特に関西のファンが応援してる事
忘れんといてな！ぼちぼちいこや！
one of the best examples of a culture vulture i have ever seen.
Because she connects with soul music? You're an actual idiot
WTF does that mean?
Yes, her voice and the way she sings sounds really great. Still, just personally something is missing, which would be “depth” of it. Not just she alone, Japanese voice is to too clear and less overtones to listen to. I’d like to feel some more noise in it, that’s what I mean.
Uh. Maybe you are missing 'depth'. What a cheesy comment.