Joe Rikiichi Releases First New Song in Two Years, 'OBF'
The release marks Rikiichi's return to music after a two-year gap, with a self-written song that leans into his established persona as a lonely clown seeking connection.
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Nijisanji virtual liver Joe Rikiichi digitally released his first new song in about two years, 'OBF,' on May 26, 2026. The track, themed around finding festival-like exhilaration in daily life, was written by Rikiichi and composed and arranged by Hainomi. A music video was also published alongside the release.
Joe Rikiichi, a virtual liver in the Nijisanji project, released his first new song in roughly two years on May 26. The track, titled 'OBF,' was produced under the theme that even in a boring daily routine, a small trigger can bring a joyful, festival-like feeling. Rikiichi wrote the lyrics himself, describing the song as 'a foolish and earnest festival song to shake up the heavy routine of daily life.' The composition and arrangement were handled by Hainomi, resulting in a roughly two-minute track designed to be addictive and encourage listeners to move their bodies. A music video was also published alongside the digital release, which is available on various streaming and download platforms.
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