# Soul Across Borders with Nao Yoshioka

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Podcast: [R&B Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/r-b-music-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7630177)
Published: 2026-06-20T11:53:32+00:00
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## Resource

Nao Yoshioka is redefining soul music by fusing her Japanese roots with American soul traditions, collaborating with legends like Bilal and Devin Morrison. She writes fluidly—starting with melody or emotion, letting lyrics emerge organically in English or Japanese—and recently penned twenty songs in months, trusting her instincts over rigid processes. Singing in Japanese again as an adult challenges her vocally, pushing her boundaries. She found refuge in Kirk Franklin’s gospel live album during hardship, proving music as a lifeline. Her sound resonates globally—even in India—showing soul’s universal power to unite through raw emotion. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f2682701cbc85f6c

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