JAPANESE POP STAR - AISHA - Lance E. Lee Podcast - Episode #200

For the commemorative 200th episode, a renowned Japanese pop singer, a TIKTOK and YouTube phenomenon, and a former schoolmate of my sons, AISHA, joins me, graciously sharing her life and success story. AISHA is the pure radiance of passion and love for music. Handpicked by the school music teacher in elementary school, AISHA consumed everything related to singing, music, and performing. She is so down to earth and forthcoming, casually demonstrating her vocal stylings during the interview. A special sneak peek into AISHA’s world! 0:00 Intro, LEL podcast follower, 200 episodes, and thank you 1:47 St. Maur alumni, talent show, Choir from elementary school 3:06 Family ties, the mother chose an international school over a Japanese school, best friends with the older brother 6:13 Sony Music, agency: Dynamics, the first album at 20 years old, academics and basketball 9:01 Choir from first grade, William harmonized with me, Dad: retired trombonist, how my mom and dad met 12:43 Agent saw me sing on stage, choosing Sony Music, releasing the first album, recording track feat. DMC 15:13 Challenge and Advice for performance, doing my best and enjoying, touring with Jazztronic, learning lyrics 18:57 Maintenance of vocal cords, worst recording experience 22:18 Journalism major from Temple University, highlight ① in career: sold-out headliner show 25:33 Highlight ②: Disney Orchestra highlight ③: Zumba 29:53 Meeting fans, TikTok, and R&B to a POP singer 35:30 Attention from people since childhood, “Because you’re beautiful,” words to give children. Life is a journey, very close with mom 39:36 Advice to younger self: It’s not the end of the world. It will be okay. Life is amazing..!