- 2:00 PM
- June 20, 2026
Bingkai Karya – What started as a meeting between producer and artist me-mai and Singapore-based Indonesian singer-songwriter Rangga Jones in the summer of 2025 has since evolved into a new collaboration also featuring Japanese R&B artist SIRUP. “One of a Kind” brings together three artists from different backgrounds who share a common musical language: R&B.
Rather than staying within the genre’s traditional boundaries, “One of a Kind” transforms those influences into a breezy house groove built for movement. Warm melodies, effortless vocals and an infectious rhythm give the track an easy sense of joy, creating a song that feels equally suited for late-night drives, dance floors and moments of quiet self-confidence.
Living up to its title, “One of a Kind” celebrates the people who leave a lasting impact on our lives while also serving as a reminder of our own individuality. The result is a feel-good anthem that balances affection, gratitude and self-worth without losing sight of the groove that drives it forward.
The collaboration took shape organically over the course of a year. After connecting in Singapore, me-mai and Rangga Jones began developing ideas together before inviting SIRUP to join the project. What followed was a cross-border creative exchange between artists connected not by geography, but by a shared love for soulful songwriting and forward-thinking production. The finished track showcases the strengths each artist brings to the table, from me-mai’s production sensibilities and Rangga Jones’ effortless melodic touch to SIRUP’s unmistakable groove-driven vocal style.
Shot in a single continuous take, the lyric video extends the song’s collaborative spirit beyond music. Featured appearances include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners whose art traces its roots back to Japanese judo, acclaimed dancer UNO, known for performing alongside artists such as Namie Amuro and Daichi Miura, and New Jack Swing specialist TAiSHI.
Directed by visual creator Jun Usuda, who has collaborated with me-mai since “Ms. Independent”, the video transforms the song’s rhythm into a fluid display of movement, expression and connection. By bringing together musicians, dancers and athletes within a single frame, it mirrors the cross-cultural spirit that shaped the song itself.
Like “One of a Kind”, the visual finds unity through different perspectives, cultures and forms of expression. It is a fitting companion to a track that began with a simple conversation and evolved into a collaboration spanning countries, creative disciplines and communities.
The release also arrives as SIRUP continues his Asia tour, a fitting backdrop for a song built on connection across borders, cultures and creative communities.
With “One of a Kind”, SIRUP, me-mai and Rangga Jones prove that great collaborations don’t need to force a connection. Sometimes they simply grow from a shared groove.
About SIRUP
Known for seamlessly moving between rap and singing, SIRUP blends neo-soul, R&B, gospel, and hip-hop into a sophisticated genre-fluid sound built around one core idea: making people feel good.
Over the years, he has collaborated with artists from the UK, Korea, Australia, and beyond, while also partnering with global brands including Jameson, BOSE, and MINI.
In 2022, SIRUP held his first-ever performance at Nippon Budokan, and in 2024, his music received a nomination at the Golden Melody Awards (GMA), one of the largest music awards in the Chinese-speaking world.
As his global recognition continues to grow, SIRUP has steadily expanded beyond music into fashion, branding, and international cultural collaborations, establishing himself as one of Japan’s leading modern R&B voices on the global stage.
About me-mai
Producer and artist me-mai creates genre-fluid music that blends R&B, electronic and pop influences. Shaped by a multicultural upbringing and an international perspective, her sophisticated production style has earned support from artists including SIRUP, KISS OF LIFE and brb., while receiving editorial recognition across Spotify’s New Music Friday playlists, BBC 1Xtra, Fresh Finds UK and Apple Music’s Today’s Hits. Through both her music and collaborative projects, she continues to build creative connections that transcend borders.
About Rangga Jones
Originally from Indonesia and now based in Singapore, Rangga Jones is a singer-songwriter and producer recognised for his soulful vocals and modern approach to R&B. Blending influences from neo-soul, pop and alternative R&B, he has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-rising independent artists. Named a Spotify RADAR artist in 2021, his debut EP ‘A Little Bit Patient’ has amassed more than 45 million streams, while breakout single “Call Me” has surpassed 300 million streams. With smooth vocals, polished songwriting and a growing international audience, Rangga continues to establish himself as a leading voice in the region’s contemporary R&B scene.
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