Following the success of their viral performance video “KAWASAKI” the up-and-coming Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT has officially announced their debut with the release of their new single, “Don’t Tell Nobody.”
The track is produced by top industry talents Ryan Tedder (known for his work with Taylor Swift, Tate McRae, Adele, and Jonas Brothers), David Stewart (BTS), and features rap lyrics by Lucien Parker (who co-wrote Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s “STARS”). “Don’t Tell Nobody” is a vibrant dance-pop song featuring catchy melodies, a blend of Japanese and English rap, and flawless mixing by GRAMMY-winning engineer Josh Gudwin.
David Stewart praised the collaboration, saying, “Loved working with the lads! Incredible vocals and super versatile. A very talented crew.”
The release of “Don’t Tell Nobody” is accompanied by a highly anticipated music video, set to premiere tonight at 20:00 (GMT +8) on ONE OR EIGHT’s official YouTube channel.
Premieres on 16 August, 8:00 pm (GMT +8)
ONE OR EIGHT, a Japanese boy group featuring members MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA, has quickly captured global attention with their mysterious rise to fame. Even before their official debut, the group made waves when their performance video for “KAWASAKI” went viral on YouTube, earning 3 million views overnight and surpassing 10 million views to date.
The “KAWASAKI” track was crafted by a powerhouse production team, including DJ Smallz 732 (Nicki Minaj ft. Lil Uzi Vert “Everybody”), GENT! and Bangs (both known for Doja Cat’s “Agora Hills”), and Xansei (NLE Choppa’s “Picture Me Grapin”). The rap lyrics were penned by Lucien Parker, who previously worked on Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s “STARS.”
With the release of their debut single “Don’t Tell Nobody,” ONE OR EIGHT is poised to embark on a groundbreaking journey from Tokyo to global superstardom.
Stream “Don’t Tell Nobody” here: oneoreight.lnk.to/DTN
Watch the official music video here
