SEAMO

SEAMO is a Japanese musician and rapper whose work bridges hip-hop, pop, J-pop, and anison. Born Naoki Takada on October 31, 1975, in Ichinomiya, Japan, he debuted in the early 2000s and built a career on melodic hooks, rap-driven phrasing, and accessible songwriting that moves easily between mainstream pop and anime music. He is especially known for his contributions to anime songs, including the opening theme for Naruto, which helped introduce his sound to a wider audience and strengthened his profile among anime fans. In 2025, his name also surfaced again in connection with Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2, where he contributed an ending song. Across his catalog, SEAMO has kept a balance between polished pop writing and hip-hop influence, and he has collaborated with various artists throughout his career. He has also been associated with Bertelsmann Music Group, further grounding his work within Japan’s broader music landscape.