Daoko facts for kids

Daoko (だをこ, born March 4, 1997) is a Japanese singer and rapper from Tokyo. She is also a talented songwriter. Her music mixes different styles like hip hop, pop, and R&B.

Daoko started her music journey when she was just 15 years old. She uploaded videos to a website called Nico Nico Douga in 2012. People quickly noticed her unique voice and style.

Her Music Journey

Daoko's stage name, Daoko (ダヲコ), was first her online nickname. She became well-known for her cool sound.

Early Career and First Album

In 2013, Daoko worked with a famous Japanese music group called m-flo. They created the song "IRONY" together. This song was even used as the theme for the movie Eagle Talon – Beautiful Elliere Deodorant Plus.

Her first album, Hyper Girl, came out on December 5, 2012. She gained a lot of attention for her singing in the music video "ME!ME!ME!". This video was made with the artist TeddyLoid in 2014.

New Labels and Big Hits

After releasing her album Dimension in 2015, Daoko joined a new music label called Toy's Factory. This was a big step in her career.

In 2017, Daoko teamed up with another popular Japanese artist, Kenshi Yonezu. They sang the song "Uchiage Hanabi" together. This song became super popular! It was the theme song for the anime movie Fireworks.

Live Shows and Awards

Daoko has performed at many important events. In 2018, she was part of the 69th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, a very famous music show in Japan. She also performed for fans at Cosplay Mania in the Philippines in 2023.

She has been recognized for her talent. In 2015, she was nominated for "Next Break Artist" at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan. Later, in 2018, her song "Uchiage Hanabi" won "Song of the Year" at the Space Shower Music Awards. She also won "Best Breakthrough Artist" that same year.

Her Music Albums

Daoko has released many albums and songs throughout her career. Here are some of her main albums:

• Hyper Girl (2012)
• Gravity (2013)
• Dimension (2015)
• Daoko (2015)
• Thank You Blue (2017)
• Shiteki Ryoko (2018)
• DAOKO×Dragalia Lost (2019) - This was a special album with the game Dragalia Lost.
• anima (2020)
• Slash-&-Burn (2024)

She has also released live albums and shorter music collections called Extended Plays (EPs).

Film and TV Appearances

Besides music, Daoko has also appeared in movies and TV shows.

Film

• 2022: xxxHOLiC - She played the role of Marudashi in this movie.

Television

• 2020: Followers - She appeared as herself in one episode of this Japanese drama on Netflix.

Awards and Nominations

Daoko has received several awards and nominations for her music:

• 2015: MTV Video Music Awards Japan - Nominated for "Next Break Artist".
• 2018: Space Shower Music Awards - Won "Song of the Year" for "Uchiage Hanabi".
• 2018: Space Shower Music Awards - Won "Best Breakthrough Artist".
• 2018: MTV Europe Music Award - Nominated for "Best Japanese Act".
• 2019: Space Shower Music Awards - Nominated for "Best Female Artist".

Live Performances

Daoko loves to perform live for her fans! Here are some of her notable performances:

• April 6, 2015: A party for her first major album in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.
• August 17, 2015: A solo live show in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.
• September 14, 2015: A performance at the Japanese Animation Trade Fair (Nico Nico Live).
• January 15, 2016: Her first big tour began at Tsutaya O-East, Tokyo, Japan.
• March 8, 2017: Aoiro Jidai Tour at LIQUIDROOM in Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan.
• September 30, 2017: Performed at Anime Weekend Atlanta.

See also

In Spanish: Daoko para niños