Anna Aya Ventures Into The Music Scene With “Someone Else”

Anna Aya is a versatile talent known for her roles as an actress and model. Now, Aya has recently ventured into the music scene. She releases her debut song, “Someone Else”. In her interview with us, Aya shares insights into her journey as a singer. She also discusses the inspiration behind the new track. Aya’s transition from acting and modeling to music showcases her multifaceted abilities. It promises an exciting new chapter in her career. “Someone Else” offers a glimpse into Aya’s artistic evolution and highlights her ability to captivate audiences across various mediums.

She took a moment to talk about that new single. Aya also talked about juggling multiple languages and her journey as an all-rounded artist. Check out the interview below with Anna Aya and follow her journey!

Interview With Anna Aya

Please introduce yourself to our readers.

Hi, I’m Anna Aya! I’m half Japanese and half Armenian, and I speak, read, and write both languages. I was born in LA, and I grew up living in both LA and Tokyo. I’ve been a model and actress since I was six and just now started my singing career, hoping to introduce J-pop to the world.

Can you tell us more about your journey from international modeling to becoming a singer and actor? What inspired this transition?

I got an offer to join this project to introduce J-pop to the world, which started my musical career, and I still plan to pursue it while still modeling and acting.

Your debut single ‘Someone Else’ is making waves in the music industry. What was the creative process behind this song, and what does it mean to you? 

I’m really excited to share my first single “Someone Else” with the world. It was important for me to put out a song that encourages others to realize their self worth and to take care of themselves and their heart first…because there is always someone else that will respect them.

Collaborating with renowned producers like Louis Bell and Michael Africk is a significant achievement. How did these collaborations come about, and how did they influence your music?

The collaboration came about when I was introduced to Michael Africk, who has been a popular artist as well as a producer and entrepreneur in Japan. Michael has produced other Japanese artists and sold over 20 million records. With all of his success, he knew that we would lead the J-Pop explosion and when we spoke, I realized what an exciting path that would be for me. Through Michael, I met multi platinum producer Lewis Bell and the three of us recorded the song. The rest is history!

You sing in both Japanese and English. How do you balance the two languages in your music, and what message do you hope to convey to your diverse audience?

I always have to switch between Japanese and English in my daily life, so it comes naturally to me. I hope to inspire people to flaunt their uniqueness and not be shy to express themselves the way they want to.

The music video for ‘Someone Else’ partnered with luxury brands like Fendi and Christian Louboutin. How did these collaborations enhance the visual storytelling of the song?

Well, I have modeled for all of these brands as well as a number of other couture brands, so it was a natural step to integrate the lyrics and mood of the song with the clothing that is present in both my work and personal life. I have such a love for fashion and beauty and to be able to combine the two with my music was a natural fit and I loved doing it! It definitely helps me to express my feelings and also helps me to be able to transform my mood depending on what I might be wearing!

As an artist who aims to be the first global princess of J-Pop, what do you think sets your music apart from others in the genre, and how do you plan to leave a lasting impact?

I believe that even though my music is J-pop, it also has a Western sound to it that people are more familiar with. My songs also have more English lyrics than typical J-pop songs, so more people can understand and relate to which is most important.

Being a multi-lingual artist, how has your ability to speak multiple languages influenced your creative process and your ability to connect with fans around the world?

I think that I have been lucky enough to be exposed to many cultures because of my parents, which is something that a lot of people around the world share. At home I speak Japanese with my mother, Armenian with my father and we speak English as a family. I think that people are both curious and can relate to that background, whether they share the same heritage as me or if they have a different combination of nationalities, beliefs or religions.

You’ve achieved success in multiple fields – modeling, singing, and acting. Can you share some of your most memorable moments or challenges in each of these domains?

My first times were the most memorable for me because it was the beginning of my journey in that field. For modeling, it was for Familiar, a Japanese clothing brand for kids. For singing, it’s “Someone else”, my first single, and for acting it was me as the spelling bee host on Little Big Shots with Steve Harvey.

Can we expect some new music in the near future? Any tours or collaborations in the work?

I’ll have a new single out soon and will also be booking some performance dates with my new dance team. I think that my sound will continue to evolve naturally and will be captured and guided by my producers who really know what works for me and what showcases my vocal strengths best.

In addition to your career, you also have a strong presence on social media. How do you use these platforms to engage with your fans and share your journey as an artist?

I hope to inspire others through my social media to be confident and un-apologetically themselves.

As you continue to gain recognition as a global artist, how do you stay grounded and maintain a sense of authenticity in your work?

I’m lucky because my family has given me a strong foundation and have taught me to continue to strive, grow and be open to what the future may bring. I can only try my hardest and by doing that I am staying true to my authentic self.

What advice do you have for aspiring artists who want to follow a similar path to yours, balancing multiple creative passions?

Anything is possible and stay true to your dreams! I’d say put in as much effort as you can, stay true to yourself and your vision, and trust that the right opportunities will come to you at the right time!