Mina Okabe's New Sophomore Album "Papaya" Blooms With Honesty

Written By: Big C

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Danish-Japanese singer-songwriter Mina Okabe invites listeners into a sunlit, soulful new chapter with Papaya. Named after her younger sister Aya’s childhood nickname, Papaya is a heartfelt exploration of love, family, friendship, and growing pains in early adulthood. Created alongside multi-platinum producer Leroy Clampitt, the album blends dreamy pop textures with a more expansive, emotionally resonant sound. Across Papaya, her lyrics remain as honest as ever, but the sonic landscape reveals a bolder, more layered side of her artistry. Mina says:

I hope listeners can hear that I am now older and have taken inspiration from many new sounds and experiences.

Recorded between London, Los Angeles, and Copenhagen, the album captures the emotions of self-discovery, family bonds, and changing relationships, all while keeping the delicate warmth that made her debut Better Days a breakout success. Following acclaimed performances at global festivals like Roskilde Festival, Seoul Jazz Festival, and Summer Sonic Japan, Mina’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down. Stream her highly anticipated sophomore album "Papaya" now and step inside Mina Okabe’s evolving world on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

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