Shing02  

Shingo Annen, Vector Omega, 安念 真吾

Shingo Annen, also known as Shing02, is a renowned Japanese rapper and producer who has gained recognition for his multilingual abilities and unique style of music. Growing up in Western cities, he stands out among other Japanese emcees due to his ability to compose songs entirely in either Japanese or English. His lyrics are often conceptual in nature, while his hip-hop sound blends various influences such as reggae, traditional Japanese music, and jazz. This style has made him a significant figure within the underground rap community and beyond, earning him recognition for rapping "Battlecry," the theme song of Samurai Champloo, an anime series produced by Japanese jazz rap DJ Nujabes.