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Aimer (エメ, Eme; [eme]) is a Japanese pop singer and lyricist signed to Sacra Music and managed by Agehasprings.[6] Her stage name comes from the French verb aimer 'to love'.[7] Aimer uses the name aimerrhythm for lyrics credits.[1]
Debuting in 2011, she has released seven studio albums, all of which made it into the top 20 of the Oricon Albums Chart, with fourth album Daydream being certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan. Her 2021 song "Zankyōsanka" became her first song to reach the top of the Japan Hot 100 chart, selling 87,649 downloads in its first week.[8] It also charted at number 37 on the Billboard Global 200, marking her first appearance on the chart.[9]
Early life
[edit]Aimer's father was a bassist in a band, so music surrounded her from a very young age. She started violin study in elementary school and admired the music of Ringo Sheena and Hikaru Utada. In junior high school, the music of Avril Lavigne inspired her to take up guitar and began writing lyrics in English. At the age of 15, Aimer lost her voice due to vocal cord overuse and underwent silence therapy for treatment. After she recovered, she acquired her distinctive husky voice.[7][10]
Career
[edit]Aimer teamed up with the "nonami" group, which has worked with, produced, or provided music for various artists, including Yuki, Mika Nakashima, Flumpool, Superfly, Yuzu, and Genki Rockets.[11] In 2011, her musical career began in earnest. In May 2011, they released the concept album Your favorite things. It covered numerous popular works, including works in various genre such as jazz and country western music. The number 1 record cover was based on Lady Gaga's "Poker Face", and was the first song to appear in the lead album chart for the jazz category in the iTunes Store. The album reached number 2.
On September 7, 2011, Aimer debuted for Defstar Records, with the song "Rokutousei no Yoru", which was selected by Fuji TV as the ending theme of the 2011 anime series No. 6.[12] "Rokutousei no Yoru" recorded its highest ranking at number 9 on the Recochoku music distribution chart.[13] The second single was released on December 14, 2011. "Re:pray/ Sabishikute Nemurenai Yoru wa" reached number 1 in the Mora music download charts site.[14] The song "Re: pray" was chosen as the 29th ending theme for the anime Bleach.[15] The single also includes the cover of "Poker Face" from Your Favorite Things.
On February 22, 2012, she released her third single, "Yuki no Furumachi/Fuyu no Diamond", which had the theme of "winter" on all tracks. On May 11, 2012, Aimer released a digital single called "Hoshikuzu Venus". This single was intended to be the theme song and background music for Sasaki Nozomi's drama, Koi nante Zeitaku ga Watashi ni Ochite Kuru no daro ka?. This drama aired on April 16, 2012. On August 15, Aimer released her fourth single, "Anata ni Deawanakereba: Kasetsu Toka / Hoshikuzu Venus", which included a cover of Neil Sedaka's "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do". The first track of this single "Anata ni Deawanakereba: Kasetsu Toka" is an ending song of Fuji TV's anime series Natsuyuki Rendezvous.[16]
On March 20, 2013, Aimer released the single "Re: I Am", which was used as the ending theme for the penultimate episode of Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn.[17] According to an interview, the song title "is an anagram of [her] name (Aimer), and has the meaning of breaking down a word and constructing it into another."[18] Aimer's eighth single, "Brave Shine", was used as the second opening theme to the Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works anime, and was released on June 3, 2015.[19] Another song, "Last Stardust", which was also a candidate for the opening, appears as an insert song in episode No. 20.[20]
On August 18, 2016, Aimer announced her special 4th studio album Daydream would be released on September 21 featuring collaboration songs between her and popular artists such as Taka (One Ok Rock), Yojiro Noda (Radwimps), TK (Ling Tosite Sigure), chelly (Egoist), Takahito Uchisawa (androp), Hiroyuki Sawano, Sukima Switch, and Mao Abe. Taka additionally produced four new songs for this album, while TK provided two. Also includes the ending theme of Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress (anime) made in collaboration with chelly (Egoist) and Hiroyuki Sawano and more for 13 tracks total. The album was released in three versions: a limited CD+Blu-ray (Type-A), a limited CD+DVD edition (Type-B), and a regular CD only edition. The song "Falling Alone" was used as lead track and was previously released as her 10th digital single as advance of the album.[21][22]
On August 20, 2016, Aimer revealed her face for the first time on Music Station with the song "Chouchou Musubi".[23] Following the announcement of her 4th album Daydream, Aimer performed the ending song to the Season 5 of anime series Natsume's Book of Friends, "Akane Sasu".[24] On January 5, 2017, it was announced that Aimer wrote a song for the Japanese culinary exhibition "Tabegamisama no Fushigina Resutoranten" directed by the multimedia entertainment studio Moment Factory.[25] A day after it was revealed on Aimer's official Twitter profile that the name of the song for the exhibition would be "Kachō Fūgetsu".[26] Later, it was also revealed another single, which would be used as opening theme for the Japanese drama Ubai ai, fuyu, titled "Kogoesōna Kisetsu Kara", and would be released on February 10, 2017.[27] The compilation albums Best Selection "blanc" and Best Selection "noir" were released on May 3, 2017. On November 11, Aimer released the single "One", which peaked at No. 2 on both Oricon and Billboard Japan charts.[28][29]
Her single "Ref:rain" was released digitally on February 18, 2018, and received a physical release on February 21, 2018. The song is used as the ending theme to the 2018 anime television series After the Rain.[30] On September 7, 2018, Aimer released the single "Black Bird", which was used as the theme song for the Japanese live-action film adaptation of the manga Kasane.[31] On January 8, 2019, Aimer released the single "I beg you" for the anime film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel II. lost butterfly. The song became her first No. 1 single on Oricon's chart.[32][33] She released two simultaneous albums, Sun Dance and Penny Rain, on April 10, 2019.[34] She recorded the ending theme song "Torches" for the anime adaptation of the manga series Vinland Saga.[35][36] She released her 18th single "Haru wa Yuku" on March 25, 2020. The song serves as the main theme of the anime film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song.[37] Aimer's song, "Spark-Again" has become the opening theme to the season 2 of the hit series Fire Force. In 2021, Aimer's song "Zankyōsanka" was used for season two of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.[38] In 2022, her song "Deep Down" also featured as one of the 12 ending theme songs for the anime Chainsaw Man, which was used in the 9th episode.[39][40] In early 2023, Aimer's song "Escalate" was featured as the opening theme for the anime Nier: Automata Ver1.1a, that aired on January 8, 2023.[41] She will perform the ending theme "Atemonaku" (Aimlessly) for the anime Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.[42] Aimer’s single “Zankyosanka” has officially surpassed 500 million cumulative streams on the Oricon Weekly Streaming Ranking, according to the latest chart released on August 27. This marks the first time one of Aimer’s songs has crossed the 500 million milestone.[43]
Personal life
[edit]On January 1, 2023, Aimer announced that she married musician Masahiro Tobinai.[44]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak positions | Sales | Certifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPN [45] |
JPN Comb [A][46] |
KOR [B] | ||||
| Sleepless Nights |
|
11 | — | — | N/a | |
| Midnight Sun |
|
9 | — | — |
|
|
| Dawn |
|
4 | — | 3 | ||
| Daydream |
|
2 | — | 3 | ||
| Sun Dance & Penny Rain (Limited edition) |
|
— | — | — | ||
| Sun Dance |
|
3 | 3 | 66 |
|
|
| Penny Rain |
|
2 | 2 | 67 |
|
|
| Walpurgis[56] | 2 | 2 | — |
|
||
| Open α Door |
|
3 | 4 | — |
|
|
Compilation albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak positions | Sales | Certifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPN [45] |
JPN Comb [C][46] |
KOR [D] | ||||
| Best Selection "Blanc" |
|
3 | — | 4 | ||
| Best Selection "Noir" |
|
4 | — | 5 |
| |
| Hoshi no Kieta Yoru ni (B-side collection) |
|
3 | 3 | — |
|
|
Mini albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak position | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPN [45] |
JPN Comb [E][46] | ||
| After Dark |
|
23 | — |
| Dare ka, Umi wo. (誰か、海を。) |
|
18 | — |
| 花の唄/I beg you/春はゆく |
|
4 | 4 |
| Deep Down |
|
3 | 3 |
| Haruka / 800 / End of All / Ref:rain (3 nuits ver.) |
|
11 | 14 |
Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Sales | Album | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPN [67] |
JPN Comb [F][68] |
JPN Hot [69] | ||||
| "Rokutosei no Yoru" / "Kanashimi wa Aurora ni" / "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" (六等星の夜 / 悲しみはオーロラに) |
2011 | 28 | — | — | Sleepless Nights | |
| "Re:pray" / "Sabishikute Nemurenai Yoru wa" (寂しくて眠れない夜は) |
41 | — | — | |||
| "Yuki no Furumachi" / "Fuyu no Diamond" (雪の降る街 / 冬のダイヤモンド) |
2012 | 72 | — | — | ||
| "Anata ni Deawanakereba -Kasetsu Toka-" / "Hoshikuzu Venus" (あなたに出会わなければ～夏雪冬花～/星屑ビーナス) |
26 | — | — | |||
| "L-O-V-E" | — | — | — | Bitter & Sweet | ||
| "Refrain ga Sakenderu" (リフレインが叫んでる) |
— | — | — | |||
| "Re: I Am" | 2013 | 6 | — | 27 | Midnight Sun | |
| "Nemuri no Mori" (眠りの森) |
— | — | — | |||
| "StarRingChild" | 2014 | 3 | — | 17 | ||
| "Broken Night" / "Hollow World" | 9 | — | 34 | Dawn | ||
| "Brave Shine" | 2015 | 4 | — | 4 | ||
| "Kimi wo Matsu" (君を待つ) |
— | — | — | |||
| "Ninelie" | 2016 | 9 | — | 4 | Daydream | |
| "Insane Dream" / "Us" | 13 | — | 17 | |||
| "Chouchou Musubi" (蝶々結び) |
10 | — | 8 | |||
| "Falling Alone" | — | — | — | |||
| "Akanesasu" / "everlasting snow" (茜さす / everlasting snow) |
8 | — | 8 | Best Selection "Blanc" | ||
| "ONE" / "Hana no Uta" / "Rokutosei no Yoru Magic Blue ver." (ONE / 花の唄 / 六等星の夜 Magic Blue ver.) |
2017 | 2 | 36 | 2 | Sun Dance & Penny Rain | |
| "Ref:rain" / "Mabayui bakari" (Ref:rain / 眩いばかり) |
2018 | 6 | — | 6 | ||
| "Black Bird / Tiny Dancers / Omoide wa Kireide" (Black Bird / Tiny Dancers / 思い出は奇麗で) |
5 | — | 3[70] | |||
| "I Beg You / Hanabiratachi no March / Sailing" (I Beg You / 花びらたちのマーチ / Sailing) |
2019 | 1 | 1 | 2[71] | ||
| "Stand-Alone" | — | 20 | 19 | Walpurgis | ||
| "Torches" | 6 | 6 | — | |||
| "Haru wa Yuku / Marie" (春はゆく / marie) |
2020 | 3[72] | 2 | 4[73] | ||
| "Spark-Again" | 3 | 7 | 51 | |||
| "Gracenote" (グレースノート) |
2021 | — | — | — | Hoshi no Kieta Yoruni | |
| "One and Last" | — | — | — | |||
| "Zankyōsanka/Asa ga Kuru" | 1 | 1 | 1 | Open α Door | ||
| "Wavy Flow" | 2022 | — | — | — | Deep Down | |
| "Oaiko" (オアイコ) | — | — | 77 | Open α Door | ||
| "Deep Down" | — | — | 66 | |||
| "Escalate" | 2023 | 7 | 16 | 77 | ||
| "Atemonaku" | 16 | 45 | — | |||
| "Resonantia" | — | — | — | |||
| "Shiroiro Kagerō" (白色蜉蝣) | 6 | 39 | — | Non-album single | ||
| "800" | 2024 | — | — | — | Haruka / 800 / End of All / Ref:rain -3 nuits ver.- | |
| "Haruka" (遥か) | — | — | — | |||
| "Sign" | 11 | — | — |
|
Non-album singles | |
| "Scope" | 2025 | 3 | 30 | — |
| |
| "A World Where the Sun Never Rises" (太陽が昇らない世界) | 8 | 9 | 8 |
| ||
| "Little Bouquet" | 9 | — | — |
| ||
| "Pastoral" | — | — | ||||
Other charted songs
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPN Comb [G][68] |
JPN Hot [69] | |||
| "Kataomoi" (カタオモイ) |
2016 | 49 | 29 | Daydream |
| "Koiwazurai" (コイワズライ) |
2019 | 29 | 27 | Sun Dance |
Cover albums
[edit]| Title | Details | Peak chart positions |
|---|---|---|
| JPN [45] | ||
| Your Favorite Things |
|
— |
| Bitter & Sweet |
|
53 |
Live videos
[edit]| Title | Details | Peak chart positions |
|---|---|---|
| JPN | ||
| Aimer Live in Budokan "blanc et noir"[78] |
|
5 |
| Aimer Special Concert with Slovak National Radio Symphony Orchestra "Aria Strings" |
|
1 |
Collaboration albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|
| UnChild |
|
SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Aimer |
| Another Me |
|
Fukui Mai x Aimer |
Guest appearances
[edit]| Song | Year | Album | Album artist |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Bananafish to Hamabe to Kuroi Niji" (with Aimer) |
2014 | See More Glass | Galileo Galilei |
| "Song of ..<AM>" | 2015 | o1 | SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] |
| "S-ave" | |||
| "Bed / Love Song" (featuring Aimer) |
2016 | Sea and the Darkness | Galileo Galilei |
| "bL∞dy f8 -eUC-" | Into the Sky EP | SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] | |
| "Told U So" | P.Y.L | Illion | |
| "Bright Stars" (featuring Aimer) |
Kings of the Playground | Grown Kids | |
| "Listen" (featuring Avril Lavigne); (Aimer as background vocal) |
2017 | Ambitions | One Ok Rock |
| "Ninelie <Cry-v>" | 2V-ALK | SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] | |
| "Memento Mori" (featuring Aimer) |
2018 | Cocoon | Androp |
| "I-mage" (featuring Aimer) |
2019 | R∃/MEMBER | SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] |
| "Prologue" (featuring Aimer) |
2021 | Hope | Shota Shimizu |
| "The Road Not Taken" (featuring Aimer) |
2024 | Non-album single | HOYO-MiX |
Filmography
[edit]Music videos
[edit]| Song | Year | Director(s)[79] | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Anata ni Deawanakereba ~Kasetsutouka~"
(あなたに出会わなければ～夏雪冬花～) |
2012 | Tatsuya Murakami | Unknown |
| "Re:pray" | Takahiro Miki | ||
| "Yuki no Furu Machi" (雪の降る街) | Takeshi Matsuda Masakazu Fukatsu | ||
| "Re: I Am" | 2013 | Tsuyoshi Araki | |
| "StarRingChild" | Masakazu Fukatsu | factory1994 | |
| "Nemuri no Mori" (眠りの森) | Gaku Kinoshita | Unknown | |
| "Polaris" (ポラリス) | 2014 | ||
| "Kyoukara Omoide" (今日から思い出) | |||
| "Dare ka, Umi wo" (誰か、海を。)[80] | maxilla | ||
| "broKen NIGHT"[80] | 2015 | Tatsunori Sato | 19-juke- |
| "Brave Shine"[80] | Ryohei Shingu | ||
| "Believe Be:leave" [80] | Tatsunori Sato | ||
| "Kimi wo Matsu" (君を待つ)[80] | Gaku Kinoshita | Unknown | |
| "ninelie"[81] | 2016 | biogon pictures inc. | |
| "insane dream"[82] | Stephen Wayne Mallet | Green Glow Films | |
| "us"[83] | Masakazu Fukatsu | Unknown | |
| "Chouchou Musubi" (蝶々結び)[84] | Shunji Iwai | Tamai Emi | |
| "Stars in the rain"[85] | Tani Satoshi | c.Ray | |
| "Falling Alone"[81] | bait | Unknown | |
| "Kataomoi" (カタオモイ) | 2017 | Unknown | Unknown |
| "Akanesasu" (茜さす) | |||
| "everlasting snow" | |||
| "Kogoesuna Kisetsu Kara" (凍えそうな季節から) | 19-juke- | ||
| "ONE"[86] | Takeshi Maruyama | SEP | |
| "Ref:rain" | 2018 | Yūki Yamato | Unknown |
| "Mabayui Bakari"(眩いばかり) | Masakazu Fukatsu | ||
| "Omoide wa Kireide"(思い出は奇麗で) | Gaku Kinoshita | ||
| "Hana no Uta"(花の唄)[87] | Takahiro Miki | ||
| "I Beg You"[87] | 2019 | ||
| "3min"[88] | Unknown | ||
| "Torches" | |||
| "Haru wa Yuku"(春はゆく)[89] | 2020 | ||
| "Skylight"[90] | 2023 | Shintaro Sakai | 19-juke- New Black |
| "Shiroiro Kagerou"[91] | Hidejin Kato | ||
Kōhaku Uta Gassen appearances
[edit]| Year | Appearance | Song | Appearance order | Opponent | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 (Reiwa 4) / 73rd | Debut | "Zankyōsanka" | 21/44 | N/A | Also performed "Omokage" with Milet, Lilas Ikuta, and Vaundy. |
Tours
[edit]- Aimer Live Tour "Maiden Voyage"[92]
- Aimer Live Tour "DAWN" [93]
- Aimer Hall Tour 2016 "like a daydream" [94]
- Aimer LIVE TOUR 17/18 "hiver" [95]
- Aimer Fan Club Tour ”été" [96]
- Aimer Hall Tour 18/19 "soleil et pluie" [97]
- Aimer "soleil et pluie" Asia Tour (2019)[98]
- Aimer Hall Tour 19/20 "rouge de bleu" [99]
- Aimer Hall Tour 2022 "Walpurgisnacht" [100]
- Aimer Arena Tour 2023 -nuit immersive- [101]
- Aimer 3 nuits tour 2024 [102]
- Aimer Hall Tour 2024-25 "lune blanche"[103]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Nominee/work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Billboard Japan Music Awards | Animation Artist of the Year | Aimer | Nominated[104] |
| 2013 | CD Shop Awards | Grand Prix | Sleepless Nights | Nominated[105] |
| 2015 | Music Jacket Awards | Second Prize | Dare ka, Umi wo. | Won[106] |
| Newtype Anime Awards | Best Theme Song | "Brave Shine" (from anime Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works) |
Won[107] | |
| 2016 | Music Jacket Awards | Grand Prize | Dawn | Nominated[108] |
| 2017 | CD Shop Awards | Sub-Grand Prix | Daydream | Won[109] |
| Space Shower Music Awards | Best Female Artist | Aimer | Nominated[110] | |
| 2018 | Space Shower Music Awards | Best Female Artist | Aimer | Nominated[111] |
| Newtype Anime Awards | Best Theme Song | "Hana no Uta" (from anime film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel I. presage flower) |
4th place[112] | |
| 2019 | Newtype Anime Awards | Best Theme Song | "I Beg You" (from anime film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel II. lost butterfly) |
5th place[113] |
| 2020 | Space Shower Music Awards | Best Female Artist | Aimer | Nominated |
| 2022 | Billboard Japan Music Awards | Hot 100 of the Year | "Zankyosanka" | Won[114] |
| MTV Video Music Awards Japan | Best Solo Artist Video – Japan | Won[115] | ||
| 64th Japan Record Awards | Special Prize | Aimer | Won[116] |
Notes
[edit]- ^ The Oricon Combined Albums Chart was established on December 24, 2018.
- ^ Sources for studio album chart positions are as follows: Dawn,[47] Daydream,[48] Sun Dance and Penny Rain.[49]
- ^ The Oricon Combined Albums Chart was established on December 24, 2018.
- ^ Sources for best album chart positions are as follows: Best Selection "Blanc",[59] Best Selection "Noir".[60]
- ^ The Oricon Combined Albums Chart was established on December 24, 2018.
- ^ The Oricon Combined Singles Chart was established on December 24, 2018.
- ^ The Oricon Combined Singles Chart was established on December 24, 2018.
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External links
[edit]- Official website
- Aimer at Sony Music Entertainment Japan
- Aimer at Ageha Springs
- Aimer at AllMusic
- Aimer discography on iTunes
- Aimer discography on Discogs
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Aimer
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Aimer (エメ, Eme) is a Japanese pop singer and lyricist celebrated for her rich, husky alto voice that conveys deep emotion, ranging from vulnerability to intensity, and for her prominent role in composing and performing theme songs for anime series and films.[1][2]
Hailing from Kumamoto Prefecture, she has cultivated an enigmatic public image as a "faceless voice," rarely showing her face in music videos or brightly lit performances to emphasize her vocal artistry over visual presence, though she made a rare full reveal during a 2016 appearance on the television program Music Station.[3]
Aimer made her major debut on September 7, 2011, with the single "Rokutousei no Yoru" (alongside "Kanashimi wa Aurora ni" and "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star"), which served as the ending theme for the anime series NO. 6 and peaked at number 28 on the Oricon weekly singles chart.[4] Initially signed to Defstar Records (a sublabel of Sony Music Entertainment Japan), she transitioned to Sacra Music in 2021 while being managed by Agehasprings; her stage name draws from the French verb aimer, meaning "to love" or "to like."[5]
Over the course of her career spanning the 2010s and 2020s, Aimer has released eight studio albums, including Sleepless Nights (2012), Penny Rain (2019), Walpurgis (2021), and Open α Door (2023), alongside numerous singles and best-of compilations like Best Selection "Blanc" and Best Selection "Noir" (both 2017).[1][3] Her music blends J-pop and rock elements, often exploring themes of longing, resilience, and introspection through her own lyrics.[1]
Aimer's most notable achievements stem from her anime collaborations, where she has provided opening and ending themes for major productions such as Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba—including the opening "Zankyosanka" (2021–2022), which held the number-one spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 for a record seven consecutive weeks and nine total weeks, and the ending "Shiawase" (2021)—as well as the ending "Deep Down" for Chainsaw Man (2022), endings for the Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel film trilogy (2017–2020), an ending for Bleach (2011), and the theme "Taiyō ga Noboranai Sekai" for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba film To the Infinite Castle (2025).[6][3] These works have not only topped Japanese charts but also garnered international acclaim, contributing to her reputation as one of Japan's leading voices in anime music and live touring, including sold-out arena shows and festival appearances.
Kasetsutouka / Hoshikuzu Venus" on August 15. The latter's title track functioned as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime Natsuyuki Rendezvous and achieved significant acclaim, ranking fifth on Keisuke Kuwata's list of the top 20 songs of 2012. These releases solidified her reputation for emotive ballads tied to anime narratives, attracting a dedicated audience among viewers.[17][10]
Aimer's debut studio album, Sleepless Nights, arrived on October 3, 2012, compiling tracks from her initial singles alongside new material like "Yoru Gyakousha Nothing to Lose" and "Egao." The album peaked at number five on the Oricon daily chart and number 11 on the weekly chart, earning a nomination for the 2012 CD Shop Awards for its atmospheric production and lyrical depth. It represented a breakthrough in establishing her sound, characterized by introspective themes and orchestral arrangements.[18][19][10]
Her second studio album, Midnight Sun, was released on June 25, 2014, peaking at number 18 on the Oricon weekly albums chart and featuring tracks like "Sakasama no Chou" and "Kataomoi," further exploring her emotive style with orchestral and rock influences.[19][20]
The year 2013 saw further growth with the release of "Re: I Am EP" on March 20, a multi-format single used as the ending theme for episode 6 of Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn. It reached number six on the Oricon weekly chart, underscoring her rising commercial traction. Later that year, Aimer contributed to anime soundtracks and released additional material, including the mini-album After Dark on November 20, which featured collaborations like Mao Abe's "Words." These efforts expanded her fanbase through targeted anime tie-ins.[10]
By 2015, Aimer achieved a significant milestone with her eighth single "Brave Shine," released on June 3 as the second opening theme for the ufotable anime Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works. The track, written by Aimer under her pseudonym aimerrhythm, peaked at number four on the Oricon weekly singles chart and topped iTunes charts in regions including Hong Kong and Singapore, demonstrating her international appeal. This release, coupled with her third studio album DAWN on July 29, capped a period of breakthrough success driven by anime associations and consistent chart performance under Defstar Records.[21][22][10]
Kasetsutouka," the ending theme for the anime Natsuyuki Rendezvous, features melancholic visuals evoking themes of unrequited love and fleeting seasonal beauty, with soft lighting and symbolic imagery of summer snow and winter flowers to underscore the song's bittersweet longing.[90] Similarly, the 2015 video for "Brave Shine," the second opening theme for Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works, adopts a dynamic, rock-infused style with bold colors and ethereal effects, highlighting motifs of courage and inner light amid darkness, reflecting the anime's epic battles.[66]
The 2021 music video for "Zankyōsanka," the opening theme for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc, directed by Yasuhiro Arafune, incorporates extensive VFX and fluid camera movements to create an intense, immersive atmosphere, blending shadowy figures and explosive action sequences that echo the song's themes of echoing resolve and emotional turmoil.[91] Aimer's presence remains veiled, focusing viewer attention on abstract representations of struggle and triumph tied to the anime's narrative. These videos, produced under Sony Music Labels, have collectively amassed hundreds of millions of views, amplifying her visual storytelling through minimal personal revelation.[91]
In 2025, Aimer released the music video for "Taiyō ga Noboranai Sekai" (A World Where the Sun Never Rises), the theme song for the first film in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy. The video, released alongside the single on July 23, 2025, features atmospheric visuals aligning with the film's themes of eternal night and resolve, maintaining her signature obscured appearance.[40]
On television, Aimer made her debut appearance at the 73rd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen on December 31, 2022, performing "Zankyōsanka" as a solo act, marking a milestone for her anime-tied work.[92] She also joined collaborators milet, Lilas Ikuta, and producer Vaundy for a group rendition of "Omokage" during the same broadcast, showcasing her versatility in ensemble settings under dim lighting to preserve her mystique.[93] Prior to this, Aimer featured prominently on the music program THE FIRST TAKE, delivering one-take performances that captured her raw vocal intensity; notable episodes include her solo renditions of "Kataomoi" in January 2022 and "Zankyōsanka" in February 2022, as well as the collaborative "Omokage" in December 2021, each garnering tens of millions of views for their unedited emotional depth.[94][95]
In film and anime, Aimer has contributed primarily through theme songs rather than on-screen roles, enhancing narrative atmospheres without personal appearances. Her track "I BEG YOU" served as an insert song in the 2019 anime film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel II. Lost Butterfly, intensifying scenes of desperation and plea with its haunting melody.[3] Similarly, songs like "Asu e no Houkou" featured in the 2020 film Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. Spring Song, underscoring themes of hope and forward momentum in the trilogy's climactic moments. These integrations highlight her role in elevating anime cinema's emotional stakes, though she has no documented acting or voice cameo credits.[96]
Early life
Childhood and family background
Aimer was born in Kumamoto, Japan, in 1990, though the exact date has not been officially confirmed by the artist herself.[7] She grew up in a household immersed in music, as her father worked as a professional bassist in a rock band, exposing her to various genres from an early age.[8] This environment fostered her innate interest in music during her formative years. As a child, Aimer began studying piano in elementary school, developing skills that led her to compose her own songs by her teenage years; she initially dreamed of pursuing a career in music performance.[8]Musical influences and vocal development
During her adolescence, Aimer drew significant inspiration from Japanese artists Ringo Sheena and Hikaru Utada, whose intricate pop and alternative styles shaped her early songwriting and performance aspirations.[7] She also admired the pop-punk energy of Avril Lavigne, which prompted her to pick up the guitar in middle school and experiment with English lyrics in her compositions.[9] These influences spanned rock, pop, and alternative genres, reflecting the diverse musical environment of her upbringing influenced by her family's involvement in music.[7] At the age of 15, Aimer experienced a sudden loss of her voice due to overstraining her vocal cords from excessive singing, resulting in a diagnosis of vocal nodules that required nearly a year of silence therapy for recovery.[10] This traumatic incident initially left her unable to speak or sing, but upon regaining her voice, it had transformed into a distinctive husky timbre characterized by emotional depth and a lower register, which she now views as a pivotal blessing that enabled her professional path.[11] Initially self-taught in her musical endeavors, including basic singing and guitar playing inspired by her idols, Aimer developed control over her altered range through practice and collaborations, allowing her to handle both delicate ballads and more powerful expressions.[12][13]Career
2011–2015: Debut and breakthrough singles
Aimer made her major debut on September 7, 2011, with the triple A-side single "Rokutousei no Yoru / Kanashimi wa Aurora ni / TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR" under Defstar Records, a sub-label of Sony Music Entertainment Japan. The lead track "Rokutousei no Yoru" served as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime series NO. 6, marking her initial foray into anime music contributions that would define much of her early career.[14] Her second single, "Re:pray / Sabishikute Nemurenai Yoru wa," followed on December 14, 2011, with "Re:pray" selected as the 29th ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Bleach. The release included a cover of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" on its B-side, showcasing Aimer's versatility in blending original material with reinterpretations. This single topped the Mora digital download charts, highlighting her growing digital presence.[15][16] In 2012, Aimer continued building momentum with her third single "Yuki no Furu Machi / Fuyu no Diamond" in February and her fourth single "Anata ni Deawanakereba2016–2020: Album releases and anime ties
In 2016, Aimer released her fourth studio album Daydream on September 21, which debuted at number 2 on the Oricon Weekly Albums Chart and remained on the chart for 34 weeks, selling over 78,000 copies.[23] The album was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) in March 2017 for shipments exceeding 100,000 units.[24] This release marked a significant milestone in her mid-career, showcasing a blend of pop and rock elements with contributions from producers like Takahiro Hiraga and Tsukasa, while building on her earlier breakthrough singles. During this era, Aimer deepened her connections to anime through several key soundtrack contributions. In 2016, she provided the ending theme "Akane Sasu" for the fifth season of Natsume Yuujinchou (Natsume's Book of Friends), enhancing her reputation in the anisong genre. The following year, 2017, saw her perform "Hana no Uta" as the main theme for the first film in the Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel trilogy, composed by Yuki Kajiura, which complemented the film's emotional narrative.[25] Aimer's anime involvement continued prominently in 2019 with "I beg you," the ending theme for Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] II. lost butterfly, released as part of her 16th single on January 9 and certified Gold by RIAJ for over 100,000 digital downloads.[26] Also in 2019, she issued dual studio albums Sun Dance and Penny Rain on April 10, with Penny Rain peaking at number 2 and Sun Dance at number 3 on the Oricon Weekly Albums Chart, both charting for 26 weeks and reflecting thematic contrasts of light and introspection.[27] Under SME Records and managed by Agehasprings throughout this period, Aimer expanded her live presence with tours such as the Aimer Hall Tour 2016 "like a daydream," which supported her latest album through nationwide performances, and the Aimer LIVE TOUR 17/18 "hiver," featuring orchestral elements and fan-favorite tracks.[28] These efforts, along with the Aimer Fan Club Tour "été" in 2018 and Hall Tour 19/20 "Rouge de Bleu," underscored her growing domestic popularity and ability to connect with audiences beyond recordings. In 2024, she embarked on her first overseas tour in five years, the "Aimer 3 Nuits Tour," with performances in Shanghai, Taipei on June 22, and Hong Kong on July 9.[29][30]2021–present: Major hits and international recognition
In 2021, Aimer achieved her first number-one single on both the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and the Billboard Japan Hot 100 with "Zankyōsanka," the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc.[31] The track sold 87,649 digital downloads in its debut week and debuted at number 37 on the Billboard Global 200, marking her entry on international charts.[32] By August 27, 2025, "Zankyōsanka" had surpassed 500 million streams worldwide, becoming her first song to reach this milestone and highlighting her growing global appeal.[33][34] Following this breakthrough, Aimer released her seventh studio album Walpurgis on April 14, 2021, which peaked at number two on the Oricon Weekly Album Chart.[35] Her eighth studio album, Open α Door, arrived on July 26, 2023, debuting at number three on the Oricon chart and incorporating hits like "Zankyōsanka" alongside new material that further solidified her anime soundtrack presence. In 2025, she issued the single "Scope" on February 19, which reached number three on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and served as the opening theme for the anime Ameku Takao's Detective Karte. Later that year, on July 23, she released the single "太陽が昇らない世界" (A World Where the Sun Never Rises) as the theme song for the first film in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy, alongside LiSA's separate contribution "Shine in the Cruel Night." On November 12, Aimer released the EP/single "Little Bouquet / Pastoral," featuring theme songs for the TV anime and theatrical film The Legend of Hei.[36][37][38][39][40] September 7, 2025, marked Aimer's 14th debut anniversary, celebrated amid these milestones with reflections on her evolution from domestic artist to global phenomenon.[2] Internationally, Aimer's streaming presence grew significantly post-2021, with tracks like "Zankyōsanka" accumulating hundreds of millions of plays on platforms worldwide and appearing on global year-end charts, such as Billboard's 2022 Global 200.[41] Her music's integration into anime exports further drove recognition in markets like North America and Southeast Asia, where Demon Slayer collaborations amplified her reach beyond Japan.[2]Personal life
Marriage and privacy
Aimer married composer and lyricist Masahiro Tobinai on January 1, 2023.[42][43] Tobinai, who has collaborated with Aimer since her early career, arranged songs including "Kataomoi" from her 2016 album daydream. The marriage was announced on her official website on December 31, 2022, with a statement expressing their commitment to cherishing each other's music moving forward.[44][45] Aimer has consistently maintained a high level of privacy regarding her personal life, rarely disclosing details beyond professional updates. She performs under the stage name "Aimer," derived from the French verb meaning "to love," which helps delineate her public persona from private identity, as her real name remains undisclosed in official capacities.[46][47] This approach aligns with her limited sharing of non-career-related information, allowing her to focus public attention on her artistry. She continues to shield family matters from media scrutiny.Artistry
Musical style and voice
Aimer possesses a signature husky timbre, often described as a rich and expressive alto voice that conveys profound emotional depth. This vocal quality enables a versatile range, seamlessly adapting across genres such as pop, rock, and ballads, with the ability to shift from fragile, whisper-like intimacy to robust, powerful belts that emphasize raw sentiment over polished perfection.[1] Her singing style prioritizes emotional resonance, incorporating subtle vibrato and breathy nuances that add layers of vulnerability and maturity to her performances.[48] Her musical style fuses J-pop foundations with alternative rock edges and electronic infusions, creating atmospheric soundscapes that explore introspective themes of love, loss, and quiet reflection.[1][49] Arrangements frequently employ minimalistic structures, allowing her voice to take center stage amid sparse instrumentation, while layered vocals enhance the ethereal, haunting quality of her tracks without overwhelming the core melody. This approach underscores a focus on mood and subtlety, distinguishing her work in the anime and mainstream music scenes. In production, Aimer collaborates closely with esteemed figures like Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS, whose contributions help craft tracks that prioritize heartfelt delivery and sonic intimacy.[50] These partnerships emphasize innovative blending of acoustic and electronic elements to amplify emotional impact, resulting in a body of work that values interpretive nuance over virtuosic display. Her vocal development, shaped by early challenges, has culminated in this distinctive style that resonates deeply with listeners.[51]Influences and collaborations
Aimer's musical influences stem from her early exposure to jazz and blues, genres her father, a bassist in a jazz band, frequently played at home, shaping her rich vocal timbre and emotional delivery.[12] As a middle school student, she was particularly inspired by Avril Lavigne's rock-infused pop, which prompted her to learn guitar and experiment with English lyrics in her compositions.[52] Additionally, the Japanese rock band Spitz has influenced her songwriting, contributing to a blend of introspective melodies and dynamic arrangements in her work.[53] Her collaborations often highlight partnerships with composers and artists who enhance her genre versatility. A key figure is Masahiro Tobinai, with whom she has worked since 2011 on tracks like her debut single "Rokutosei no Yoru" and album Sleepless Nights; Tobinai has composed and arranged numerous songs, including the orchestral anime theme "Zankyō Sanka" for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.[42] She has also teamed up with Taka of ONE OK ROCK on several projects, such as the 2016 tracks "Falling Alone," "Higher Ground," and "insane dream," where Taka provided composition, production, and vocals, infusing rock elements into her pop sound.[50] In 2025, Aimer contributed the theme "A World Where the Sun Never Rises" to Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle, alongside LiSA's "Shine in the Cruel Night," forming a dual soundtrack that underscores the film's epic narrative.[54] These influences and collaborations have deepened Aimer's lyrical introspection, drawing from jazz's emotive phrasing and Lavigne's raw energy to craft themes of vulnerability and resilience.[52] Joint projects, particularly with Tobinai and Taka, have broadened her sonic palette, incorporating orchestral swells in anime contexts and rock-driven intensity, allowing her to reach diverse audiences beyond traditional J-pop.[2]Discography
Studio albums
Aimer's studio albums represent her core full-length releases, showcasing evolving musical and thematic elements throughout her career. Her debut album, Sleepless Nights, released on October 3, 2012, peaked at number 11 on the Oricon Albums Chart and explores themes of insomnia and personal introspection through tracks like "Re:pray" and "Kanashimi wa Aurora ni."[12] Her second studio album, Midnight Sun, released on June 25, 2014, peaked at number 9 on the Oricon Albums Chart and featured collaborations with composers like Takahiro Obata, blending rock and ballad elements.[20] The third album, DAWN, issued on July 29, 2015, reached number 18 on the Oricon chart, incorporating lighter, hopeful themes with tracks such as "Believe Be Leave" and "Kimi wo Mitsumeru Houhou."[55] Following a period of singles and mini-albums, her fourth studio album Daydream arrived on September 21, 2016, reaching number 2 on the Oricon chart and earning Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan for shipments exceeding 100,000 copies. In 2019, Aimer released twin concept albums Sun Dance and Penny Rain simultaneously on April 10, embodying contrasting motifs of sunlight and rainfall; Sun Dance peaked at number 3, while Penny Rain reached number 2 on the Oricon Albums Chart.[56][57] Her seventh album, Walpurgis, issued on April 14, 2021, drew inspiration from the mystical Walpurgis Night associated with witches and folklore, peaking at number 2 on the Oricon chart.[58] The eighth studio album, Open α Door, released on July 26, 2023, incorporates exploratory motifs of new beginnings and resonance, achieving a peak of number 3 on the Oricon Albums Chart.[59] All of Aimer's studio albums have charted within the top 20 of the Oricon Albums Chart, reflecting consistent commercial success and a progression in themes from intimate, nocturnal reflections to expansive, narrative-driven concepts.[60]Mini-albums and EPs
Aimer has utilized mini-albums and EPs as platforms for experimental sounds, thematic explorations tied to anime soundtracks, and transitional releases between her full-length albums, often incorporating live recordings, remixes, or collaborations with prominent composers. These shorter formats have allowed her to maintain momentum in her discography while showcasing versatility in genres like art pop and orchestral ballads.[61] Her debut mini-album, After Dark (2013), marked an early venture into atmospheric, church-recorded live elements blended with original tracks, including the new song "words" penned by Mao Abe. Released on November 20, 2013, by DefSTAR Records, it peaked at No. 23 on the Oricon weekly albums chart and charted for three weeks.[62] The follow-up EP, Dareka, Umi wo. (2014), represented a transitional work post her second studio album, featuring a collaboration with composer Yoko Kanno on the title track, which served as the ending theme for the anime Terror in Resonance. Issued on September 3, 2014, in CD and limited CD+DVD editions by DefSTAR Records, it debuted at No. 18 on the Oricon weekly albums chart, selling approximately 5,156 copies in its first week.[63] In 2020, Aimer released the digital EP Hana no Uta / I beg you / Haru wa Yuku, a repackaged collection centered on her contributions to the Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] film series, composed by Yuki Kajiura. Launched on August 19, 2020, by SME Records exclusively in a limited CD+DVD format, it achieved a strong No. 4 peak on the Oricon weekly albums chart. Deep down (2022), her third mini-album, delved into darker, introspective themes with the title track as the ninth ending for Chainsaw Man, alongside tracks like "Oaiko" and remixes. Released on December 14, 2022, by SACRA MUSIC in multiple editions including a bonus DVD, it reached No. 3 on the Oricon weekly albums chart. More recently, the EP Haruka / 800 / End of All / Ref:rain -3 nuits ver.- (2024) served as an experimental bridge in her evolving sound, incorporating orchestral and electronic elements. Issued on June 5, 2024, by SACRA MUSIC in initial limited, period-limited, and standard editions, it peaked at No. 11 on the Oricon weekly albums chart and charted for six weeks.[64][65] Her latest EP, Little Bouquet Pastoral (2025), a double A-side release featuring theme songs for the TV anime and theatrical film The Legend of Hei, was issued on November 12, 2025, by SACRA MUSIC, peaking at No. 5 on the Oricon weekly albums chart.[61] These releases have consistently demonstrated strong commercial performance, with all entering the Oricon top 25 and supporting Aimer's reputation for high-quality, anime-adjacent projects.Singles
Aimer has released 27 singles since her debut in 2011, with many serving as opening or ending themes for popular anime series, which have significantly contributed to her popularity both in Japan and internationally. These releases often feature her signature husky vocals and emotional ballads, frequently achieving strong positions on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart. Notable examples include her debut and breakthrough tracks, as well as later chart-toppers that amassed substantial streaming numbers. Her debut single, "Rokutousei no Yoru" (released September 7, 2011), peaked at #28 on the Oricon chart and was used as the ending theme for the anime No. 6. Another early release, the double A-side "Re:pray / Sabishikute Nemurenai Yoru wa" (December 14, 2011), reached #41 on Oricon and featured "Re:pray" as the ending theme for Bleach.[15] In 2015, "Brave Shine" (June 3, 2015) marked a commercial milestone, debuting at #4 on the Oricon chart and serving as the second opening theme for Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works.[66] This track highlighted her growing association with high-profile anime adaptations. Aimer achieved her first #1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart with the double A-side "Zankyōsanka / Asa ga Kuru" (January 12, 2022), where "Zankyōsanka" was the opening theme for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc and "Asa ga Kuru" the ending; the single sold over 44,000 copies in its first week.[67] As of August 2025, "Zankyōsanka" had surpassed 500 million cumulative streams on Oricon, becoming the first song in her career to reach this milestone.[33] More recently, "Scope" (February 19, 2025), her 25th single, peaked at #3 on the Oricon chart and was selected as the opening theme for the anime Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective.[68] Her 27th single, the double A-side "Little Bouquet / Pastoral" (November 12, 2025), peaked at #2 on the Oricon chart, serving as theme songs for The Legend of Hei anime and film.[61] These anime ties, combined with consistent chart performance—14 of her singles reaching the Oricon top 10 by 2022—underscore her role in the anisong genre.[69]| Single Title | Release Date | Oricon Peak | Notable Anime Tie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rokutousei no Yoru | September 7, 2011 | #28 | No. 6 (ED) |
| Re:pray / Sabishikute Nemurenai Yoru wa | December 14, 2011 | #41 | Bleach (ED) |
| Brave Shine | June 3, 2015 | #4 | Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works (OP2) |
| Zankyōsanka / Asa ga Kuru | January 12, 2022 | #1 | Demon Slayer: Entertainment District Arc (OP/ED) |
| Scope | February 19, 2025 | #3 | Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective (OP) |
| Little Bouquet / Pastoral | November 12, 2025 | #2 | The Legend of Hei (themes) |