Japanese high school phenom AKASAKI has added a thrilling twist to his viral hit 'Bunny Girl' with a remix by Indonesian sensation heiakim, released on 22 January. The collaboration marks AKASAKI's first venture with an overseas artist, and it’s already generating significant buzz.
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'Bunny Girl,' a runaway success since its October release, topped Spotify’s Weekly Chart in Japan, ruled South Korea’s streaming charts, and made waves across Southeast Asia. With over 100 million plays and climbing, the song’s infectious energy has now been amplified by heiakim’s signature quirky style. Fans were clamoring for this pairing, and heiakim’s teaser post ahead of the release only fanned the flames of excitement.
This remix joins a series of star-studded collaborations, including contributions from TeddyLoid and maeshima soshi, culminating in a complete remix playlist launching on 29 January. The project underscores the universal appeal of 'Bunny Girl,' while AKASAKI’s inclusion in Spotify's RADAR: Early Noise 2025 signals his meteoric rise.
As AKASAKI balances his musical ambitions with his final year of high school, his first solo concert at Shibuya WWW this March will mark another milestone. If 'Bunny Girl' is any indication, AKASAKI’s career is poised for global stardom.
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