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The Dynasty Tour/Photography

This page registers the photographers who shot Rina Sawayama during her Dynasty Tour (2021–22).

## Posters

2020 dates

Photo by Hendrik Schneider
2021 dates

Photo by Greg Lin Jiajie
2021–22 dates

Photo by Jurga Ramonaite
## Live photos

### Europe leg

#### 8 November 2021

Sawayama performed at The Academy in Dublin, Ireland, on 8 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamRehearsalsPre-showPerforming
Photography by Zyanya Lorenzo
#### 9 November 2021

Sawayama performed at Albert Hall in Manchester, England, on 9 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamBTSPerforming
#### 11 November 2021

Sawayama performed at Beckett Students' Union in Leeds, England, on 11 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamPre-showPerforming
#### 13 November 2021

Sawayama performed at SWG3 TV Studio in Glasgow, Scotland, on 13 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamPre-show
#### 16 November 2021

Sawayama performed at Electric Brixton in London, England, on 16 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamPre-show
#### 17 November 2021

Sawayama performed at the Roundhouse in London, England, on 17 November 2021.

Photography by Alice BackhamPre-show
### North America leg

#### 9 April 2022

Sawayama kicked off the North American leg at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on 9 April 2022.

Photography by Meg Meyer
Attitude Awards

The **Attitude Awards** is an event by *Attitude* magazine, acknowledging and celebrating the LGBTQ stars and allies who are "out there changing the world."

## Attitude Awards 2020

   The **2020 Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards** were held on 1 December 2020, powered by Jaguar, and hosted by English comedian Tom Allen. The ceremony honoured fourteen award winners, including Rina Sawayama, who received The Breakthrough Award, and made a performance.

### Performance

Sawayama performed an acoustic version of her single "Chosen Family", from her debut studio album *Sawayama* (2020). She was accompanied by guitarist Vic Jamieson.

*Rina Sawayama wears dress, boots, necklace and earrings by Moschino, necklace by PK Bijoux, and ring by Alan Crocetti.*

## References

1. ↑ White, Kami (3 December 2020). "Highlights from the 2020 Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards". Virgin. Retrieved on June 13, 2021.
2. ↑ Edmonds, Lizzie (1 December 2020). "Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift and Paloma Faith among winners at 2020 Attitude Awards". *Evening Standard*. Retrieved on June 13, 2021.
3. ↑ Tabberer, Jamie. "Rina Sawayama performs 'Chosen Family at the Attitude Awards". Attitude.co.uk.
Parent Company

**Parent Company ©** is a multi-dimensional design firm "creating unique visual, sonic and interactive experiences." It is based in New York City, Hamilton and Toronto.

## Work with Rina Sawayama

### 2020

"Chosen Family"
ArtworkDetails
"XS – Remix"
ArtworkDetails
### 2021

"Chosen Family" (with Elton John)
Artwork
## References

1. ↑ "designed by Parent Company © Design House". Retrieved on July 12, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Parent Company on Instagram
* Parent Company on Twitter
Tokyo Takeover

Song by Rina Sawayama

"**Tokyo Takeover**" is a exclusive bonus track on the Japanese edition off Rina Sawayama's debut studio album, *Sawayama*. The song was written by Sawayama and Justin Tailor, with Tailor producing it.

Initially intended for Sawayama's debut EP *Rina* (2017), "Tokyo Takeover" is about her birth place, and how she has struggled to embrace her Japanese roots while growing up in London.

## Background

The song was originally meant to be on Sawayama's debut EP *Rina*, and was written around 2015 with its producer Hoost.

According to Sawayama, the song was written at a time when she was "feeling less confident about my Japanese identity and being in the UK," she explained, "I was generally not as sure of myself then as I hadn't met all of my amazing friends at this point who taught me to embrace both cultures, all aspects of them." She also expressed that "the way the English and the Japanese play off each other shows that struggle in my head."

## Lyrics

Hey 原宿, how you hurting?

By Omotesando

Fuck 'em if they don't know what you're made of

死ぬまでラッキー

大人でハッピー

Hey Shimokita, señorita

銀座参上

Fuck 'em if they don't know what you're made of

死ぬまでラッキー

I guess I'm just happy (1-2-3-4)

どこまでも

死ぬまでラッキーなんだよ (Wherever you go)

大人でハッピーなんだから

死ぬまでラッキーなんだ

あなたは大人

T-O-K-Y-O

T-A-K-E (Takeover)

T-O-K-Y-O

T-A-K-E

Thriller

Don't understand her

Called a mystery

'Cause she's a winner

ざけんな もったいないよ

ここは東京、ロンドン

世界を面するステージ

新宿のゴールデン街で見えた

満月のラブコール

Then all of the music stopped and 消えた

境界線を超えていた

T-O-K-Y-O

T-A-K-E (Takeover)

T-O-K-Y-O

T-A-K-E

Hey Harajuku, how you hurting?

By Omotesando

Fuck 'em if they don't know what you're made of

死ぬまでラッキー

大人でハッピー

Hey Shimokita, señorita

銀座参上

Fuck 'em if they don't know what you're made of

死ぬまでラッキー

I guess I'm just happy (1-2)

どこまでも

死ぬまでラッキーなんだよ (Wherever you go)

大人でハッピーなんだから

死ぬまでラッキーなんだ

あなたは大人

死ぬまでラッキーなんだよ

大人でハッピーなんだから

死ぬまでラッキーなんだ

あなたは大人

Hey 原宿, Y-O

T-A-K-E (Takeover)

Hey 原宿, Y-O

T-A-K-E

Hey 原宿, Y-O

T-A-K-E (Takeover)

Hey 原宿, Y-O

T-A-K-E

## References

1. ↑ *Suitcase Magazine* Tokyo Tourguide - Rina Sawayama
2. ↑ Rina Sawayama JP (rinasawayama\_jp) (15 April 2020). "リナ・サワヤマ JP公式 on Twitter" (in Japanese). Twitter. Retrieved on April 24, 2021.
Take Me as I Am

Song by Rina Sawayama

"**Take Me as I Am**" is the second track from Rina Sawayama's debut extended play, *Rina*, released on 27 October 2017. The song, written by Sawayama with the song's producer Clarence Clarity, addresses pop music's lack of Asian representation.

## Background

In an interview with *The Fader* magazine, Sawayama explained that the song addresses pop music’s lack of Asian representation. "The sonic influences are coming from a place where there were no politics in the music," says Sawayama of these retro textures. "I wanted to use that tongue-in-cheek sound to convey a message."

## Live performances

Sawayama first performed "Take Me As I Am" as part of an exclusive live performance for Vevo DSCVR. The live performance, directed by Daniel Broadley and produced by Nick Calafato, was uploaded on YouTube on 3 September 2018.

Rina Sawayama - Take Me As I Am (Live) Vevo DSCVR
## Lyrics

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

Well, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I am

Don't underestimate me

Make me feel like I ain't okay

Your bullshit ain't fooling me

One man false economy

Underappreciated

Make me feel like I ain't okay

Your high praise ain't feeding me

One girl false autonomy

Well, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I–

Overcomplicating

Makes me feel like I ain't okay

You're waiting for me to fall

You're so forgettable

From how I understand it

Everybody thinks it's okay (Is it okay?)

To keep up the status quo

Well, that ain't no more

So, this is the last time that I give you any more

(I don't think so, no, no, no)

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

So, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I am

(Come on)

You try and conversate

When I don't want to hear you talking

Your bullshit ain't fooling me

One man false economy

Underappreciated

Make me feel like I ain't okay

Your high praise ain't feeding me

And that ain't no more (Let's go)

So, this is the last time that I give you any more

(Every single day)

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

So, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I am

You think you're touching me

With your clichés I've heard before

You wanna turn back the time, make it rewind

I wanna be myself and I

Don't wanna sacrifice my love

So, let it go

Every single day I fight another war

Every single night I feel more powerful

So, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I am

Well, guess it's what it takes to live it my way

So the world will take me as I am

## References

1. ↑ *The Fader.* Rina Sawayama is making millennium-era pop feel urgent again
2. ↑ "Rina Sawayama - Take Me As I Am (Live) — Vevo DSCVR". YouTube.
Videography/Hold the Girl

## Music videos

"**This Hell**" (2022)
 Ali Kurr directors"**Catch Me in the Air**" (2022)
 F That director"**Hold the Girl**" (2022)
 Ali Kurr directors"**Phantom**" (2022)
 F That director"**Hurricanes**" (2022)
 unknown director"**Frankenstein**" (2022)
 Jak Payne director"**Imagining**" (2023)
 Amy Bowerman director

## Television

***The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon*** - TV show
NBC (2022)
## Films

*John Wick: Chapter 4*
Action Thriller film (2022)
Chad Stahelski director
Ben Toms

**Ben Toms** is a British photographer based in London.

Toms photographer Rina Sawayama for Versus Versaces's Autumn/Winter campaign in 2017.

## October 2017

Versus x Versace AW17 Advertising CampaignAdvertising
Credits
* **Photographer** – Ben Toms
* **Stylist** – Robbie Spencer
* **Art Direction** – Jamie Andrew Reid

## References

1. ↑ "Versus Versace Release Autumn/Winter 2017 Campaign" (4 September 2017). Retrieved on May 30, 2017.

## External links

* Official website
* Ben Toms on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Mission: U

"**Mission: U**" is an unreleased song recorded by Rina Sawayama and produced by Clarence Clarity, written for Sawayama's debut studio album, *Sawayama* (2020). The song was revealed during *The Making of Sawayama (Part 1)*, the first of the two-part videos documenting the process and making of the album.

## Background

Rina Sawayama released her debut studio album, *Sawayama*, on 17 April 2020 to critical acclaim. The process of the album started in 2017 and ended in late 2019.

Two months after the release of the album, Sawayama teased a video of the behind-the-scenes of the album titled *The Making of Sawayama*. The first part of the documentary premiered on 13 October 2020. In it, Sawayama shows a whiteboard with songs she's working on for her album, including "Mission: U".

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Rina Sawayama (13 October 2020). "The Making of Sawayama | Behind the Scenes of My Debut Album (Part 1)". YouTube.
2. ↑ "Sawayama by Rina Sawayama Reviews and Tracks". Metacritic. Retrieved on June 26, 2021.
Hanna Moon

**Hanna Moon** is a photographer born in South Korea and based in London. Her first critically-acclaimed contribution to fashion culture was her launch of A Nice Magazine, created by Moon for her graduation from Central St Martins, London, in 2014. Intentionally working with ideas and subjects outside of the conventions of fashion photography, Moon has defined herself as an important new voice in the field.

Moon brings her inimitable approach to image-making, and prodigious knowledge of editing, design, casting and styling to publications including AnOther Magazine, Arena Homme+, British Vogue, Dazed, i-D, M le Magazine du Monde, Modern Matter, and Re-Edition and as well as the visual identities of brands including Adidas, Kenzo, Opening Ceremony, Proenza Schouler, Stella McCartney, Stussy, Supreme, and Topshop.

## 7 March 2017

**Warning!** At least one photo from this shoot was removed for violating FANDOM's Terms of Use. Any other photo belonging to this shoot that is uploaded to the Rina Sawayama Wiki will be *removed*, and the uploader will be *banned* from the community. (June 2022)

Credits
* **Photographer** – Hanna Moon
* **Stylist** – Nell Kalonji

1. *Rina Sawayama wears all clothes by Faustine Steinmetz.*

## 6 April 2017

Credits
* **Photographer** – Hanna Moon
* **Hair** – Alexander Soltermann
* **Makeup Artist** – Ninni Nummela
* **Stylist** – Ib Kamara

1. *Rina Sawayama wears jeans by Calvin Klein Jeans*

## References

1. ↑ "Hanna Moon". The Agents Club. Retrieved on July 13, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Hanna Moon on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Simone Odaranile

**Simone Odaranile** is an English session drummer, part of the indie-rock band The Go! Team.

Simone has signed with Rina Sawayama as her touring drummer with her Dynasty Tour (2021–22), and has also been a part of various live performances of Sawayama in 2020/2021, including the performance of "XS" at *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon* in October 2020.

## Working with Rina

Odaranile served as the drummer of the following Rina Sawayama live performances:

*The Tonight Show*
26 Oct 2020Tiny Desk Concerts
19 Apr 2021BRITs Rising Star Session
15 Mar 2021The Dynasty Tour
2021–22NME Awards 2022
2 Mar 2022
## Images

8 nov. 20219 nov. 202111 nov. 2021
with Sawayama and Vic Jamieson
Mario Sorrenti

**Mario Sorrenti** (born 24 October 1971) is an Italian-American photographer and director best known for his spreads of nude models in the pages of Vogue and Harper's Bazaar.

Born in Naples, Italy, Sorrenti has been an important part of contemporary fashion photography since he came onto the scene in the early 1990s. Sorrenti's photographs are characterized by confident, experimental compositions and a sophisticated use of color and light. He has shot for *Vogue Hommes*, *French Vogue*, *Italian Vogue*, *W*, *The New York Times*, *Self Service*, and *i-D*, among other publications. His commercial clients include Calvin Klein, Ferragamo, Chanel, Bulgari, Hugo Boss, Jil Sander, Tom Ford, Dior Beauty, Estée Lauder, Shiseido, Revlon and Yves Saint Laurent.

## 3 March 2021

Sorrenti photographed Rina Sawayama for Calvin Klein's Spring 2021 campaign ads, "Blank Canvas". Other notable artists include Megan Thee Stallion, Anthony Ramos, Jacob Elordi, and more.

## References

1. ↑ "Mario Sorrenti". Art Partner. Retrieved on June 22, 2021.
2. ↑ Harwood, Erika (3 March 2021). "Calvin Klein's Spring 2021 Campaign Stars Megan Thee Stallion, Rina Sawayama, & More". *Nylon*. Retrieved on June 22, 2021.
3. ↑ "Calvin Klein Introduces its Spring 2021 Campaign: Blank Canvas". *Numéro Magazine* (3 March 2021). Retrieved on June 22, 2021.

## External links

* Mario Sorrenti on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Lillie Eiger

**Lillie Eiger** is a photographer born in Chicago and based in London. Since graduating in Fashion Communication and Promotion at Central Saint Martins, Lillie has continued to experiment and hone her unique style of portraiture, in search of “a certain confidence and calmness” in subjects such as Kim Gordon, Mura Masa, Trippie Redd, Harry Styles, and Tame Impala.

She has shot for brands such as Burberry, Stella McCartney, and Tommy Hilfiger and magazines such as *British Vogue*, *i-D*, *Crack*, *Brick*, and *Clash*.

## 14 February 2018

BTS
Credits
* **Photographer** – Lillie Eiger
* **Hair** – Jake Gallagher
* **Makeup Artist** – Porsche Poon
* **Stylist** – Lauren Anne Groves
* **Stylist Assistant** – Samuel John Borg

### Media use

Single artwork
"Valentine (What's It Gonna Be)" Single Artwork
Magazines
 *DIY*
(Sep 2018)
## References

1. ↑ "lillie eiger - Biography". Probation London. Retrieved on July 14, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Lillie Eiger on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Charli Live Tour

## **Charli Live Tour**Tour by Charli XCX

The **Charli Live Tour** is a concert tour by British recording artist Charli XCX in support of her third studio album *Charli* (2019). Rina Sawayama served as the opening act for four shows.

## Set list

### October 28

1. "Snakeskin"
2. "Alterlife"
3. "Take Me As I Am"
4. "Cyber Stockholm Syndrome"
5. "Tunnel Vision"
6. "10-20-40"
7. "Flicker"
8. "Cherry"

### October 30

1. "Take Me As I Am"
2. "Alterlife"
3. "10-20-40"
4. "Tunnel Vision"
5. "Flicker"
6. "Cyber Stockholm Syndrome"
7. "Cherry"

## Shows

 October 27, 2019
 October 28, 2019
 October 30, 2019
 October 31, 2019

## References

1. ↑ Charli on Twitter: "v happy to announce that @rinasawayama will be opening for me on all UK dates of my headline tour"
Piczo

**Piczo** (born in 1981) is a Japanese photographer based in London and Tokyo. Born in Osaka, he first discovered photography when studying at the Musashino Art School in Tokyo, and later moved to London to further study at The London College of Communication. His first notable commission was for *i-D* magazine who were attracted by his timeless and graphic, lifestyle, fashion and portrait work.

## Work with Rina Sawayama

### 8 November 2016

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* 4
* 5
* 6
* 7
* 8

 **Stylist Assistant** | Marina Fujimoto

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*

*Rina Sawayama wears full clothing by Gucci.*
### 20 November 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* BTS

 **Production** | LG Studio

*Rina Sawayama wears Samuel Guì Yang.*

*Rina wears Prada.*
## References

1. ↑ "Piczo". We Folk. Retrieved on July 12, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Piczo on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Harley Weir

**Harley Weir** is a photographer and director born in London. She is known for creating intimate images and films in both her personal work and her acclaimed editorial and commercial work. Her images are "often carefully composed with a highly attuned sense of colour, and composition."

Having shot many campaigns for luxury brands, compelling editorials and a series of widely acclaimed personal projects, she has become a leading force in the photography and film industry.

## 12 April 2021

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3

*Rina Sawayama wears dress by Ashley Williams, long bow gloves Moschino, and earrings by Simone Rocha.*

*Sawayama wears top, skirt, sandals, necklace, and bracelets by Versace.*

*Sawayama wears dress by Moschino.*
## References

1. ↑ "Harley Weir - Bio". Art Partner. Retrieved on May 13, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Harley Weir on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Lusha Alic

**Lusha Alic** is a Slovenia-born photographer, director & filmmaker based in London. At the age of 18, she enrolled at the London College of Fashion after moving to London, where she graduated from Fashion Photography. Lusha's work is dark, sensual; whilst also displaying an appreciation for freedom and self-expression.

## *Jouissance*

***Jouissance*** (stylized in all caps) is a short film by Alic, released in 2016. It was shot on 10 April 2016.

 Screenshots

#### Media use

Single artwork
"This Time Last Year" (2016)
## References

1. ↑ "Artist BIO". Lusha Alic. Retrieved on July 11, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Lusha Alic on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Fuck This World (Interlude)

Song by Rina Sawayama

## Audio

"**Fuck This World**" is an interlude and the ninth track from Rina Sawayama's debut album, *Sawayama* (2020). Written by Rina with its producer Clarence Clarity. The track is about feeling disconnected from what is happening on Earth.

## Background

In an Apple Music interview, Rina explained that the song is about separating from the reality of Earth, and viewing the planet from above.

Sawayama wrote the song when she had "hardcore climate grief." "I hated seeing all the global weather events that were making species extinct, and yet humans doing nothing about it. I wanted to break up with this capitalist world that took the earth for granted." She also revealed that the song was longer. "I feel like it just tells the story already. Sometimes a song doesn't need that full structure. I wanted it to feel like I'm dissociating from what's happening on Earth and floating in space and looking at the world from above," she said. "Then the song ends with a radio transmission and then I get pulled right back down to Earth, and obviously a stadium rock stage, which is…."

## Live performances

The song was part of the regular set list of the Dynasty Tour, which began on 8 November 2021 in Dublin, Ireland.

## Lyrics

Sometimes, I can only see the bad side of life

At times, I let it consume my whole mind, oh, oh, oh

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

Yeah, oh

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

You, you, you

Fuck this world, I'm leaving

Sick of what you people taking

From the bottom to feed the top

Fuck this world, it's dying

'Cause you people keep on lying

Power gets, power drips on down

That's why I'm covered in stars

Drawing a map with my scars

Gravity can't pull us apart

Let's start a new life on Mars

Forget it, let's get fucked up

Fuck this world, I'm leaving you

If I leave, then maybe I can start again

Do right on the wrongs and have a better chance

Then I look around and see that I'm alright

This is our mission impossible

May not be solvable

May not be viable

But it's worth trying

This is our mission impossible

May be unlovable

May be unstoppable

But it's worth trying

## References

1. ↑ SAWAYAMA by Rina Sawayama on Apple Music
Sabb Adams

**Sabb Adams** is an English photographer and filmmaker based in London. Born and raised in Nottingham, Adams works mainly on personal projects traveling around the world.

## 31 March 2020

Adams photographed Rina Sawayama for *Highsnobiety* magazine in 2020.

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* 4
* 5

 **Photography Assistants** | Nakaash Hussain

*Rina Sawayama wears top and skirt by Dilara Findikoglu.*
*Rina wears coat by Balenciaga.*
*Rina wears jumpsuit by Marine Serre.*
*Rina wears full look by Charles Jeffrey.*
## References

1. ↑ Nour Hassaine; Benji Reeves. "Interview: Sabb Adams". Retrieved on June 18, 2021.
2. ↑ Hall, Jake (31 March 2018). "Rina Sawayama Says Shut the F\*ck Up". *Highsnobiety*. Retrieved on June 18, 2021.

## External links

* Sabb Adams on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Nasinamon Island

## Plot

Spoof and Bluff get into a very nasty situation while out fishing on Nasinamon Island.

On the other hand, "Aldibirontifornifoscio" is an evil magic word used by an evil magic man to create evil magic water that makes all the Puzzleopolians very sad when they drink it from Alls Well. Wizbit sees that fairplay prevails.

## Trivia

* This story was reprinted in the Wizbit Story Book, retitled as "Spoof and Bluff on an Island, or Chameleon Water".
Free

"**Free**" is a song written and performed by John Ballard.

It was covered by an unknown female for the episodes "Enter Wizbit" and "The Conjuring Contest".

## Lyrics

* Wizbit version
* Original version

Travelling around, singing my songs

going from place to place now

I live for today, making my way

There's always a smile on my face now

'Cause I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor problem in my way

I'm free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo, oo-oo-oo-dah

Taking my time, enjoying my life

Cruising on life's open sea

What lies ahead, well nobody knows

Who cares as long as I'm free now

'Cause I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor problem in my way

I'm free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo, oo-oo-oo-dah

*(verse 3 unknown, though appears to be a modification of the verse in Ballard's version)*

'Cause I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor problem in my way

I'm free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee, doo-dah

Doo-woop-i-doo-bee-doo-bee-doo, oo-oo-oo-dah

Travelling around, singing my songs

going from place to place now

I live for today, making my way

There's always a smile on my face now

I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor woman in my way

I'm free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Du ba bi du............

Taking my time, enjoying my life

Cruising on life's open sea

What lies ahead, God only knows

Who cares as long as I'm free now

I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor woman in my way

I'm free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Du ba bi du.............

Some simple advice is do as you feel

be happy in every way

A day may come you may realise

the love that you threw away

I'm free to go, free to stay

No man nor woman in my way

Free and easy, no heavy load

I'm free to lo-o-o-ove

Du ba bi du...........

## Listen

* Wizbit version
* Original version
NME Awards

The ***NME* Awards** is an annual music awards show in the United Kingdom, founded by the music magazine *NME*.

Rina Sawayama received her first nominations for the award in 2022, winning one out of four.

## Awards and nominations

 Best Solo Act in the World
 Best Solo Act from the UK
 "Chosen Family" with Elton John | Best Collaboration

## 2022

Sawayama received her first nominations for the **BandLab NME Awards 2022**, which was held on 2 March 2022 at the 02 Academy Brixton in London. Her four nominations included "Best Collaboration" for "Chosen Family" with Elton John" and "Best Live Act".

### Arrival

Sawayama arrived on the red carpet wearing full outfit by SRVC Studio and a belt by Justin Clenquet. She was styled by long-time collaborator Jordan Kelsey, her hair was done by Ryo Narushima, her makeup by Mona Leanne and her nails by Angel's Nailz.

Photos by Dave Benett
### Ceremony

Sawayama was nominated for four categories: "Best Live Act", "Best Solo Act in the World" and "Best Solo Act from the UK", while her collaboration with Elton John for "Chosen Family" was nominated for "Best Collaboration". Sawayama only won the award for "Best Live Act", which was presented by Monroe Bergdorf and Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

> I can't believe I'm getting a middle finger this is so sick. Okay, so, story time *NME*, um, when I was like 15 I posted an ad in *NME* in the back of NME trying to get some band mates. Um, I eventually got a very mediocre guitarist and a drummer and they lived in Hainault which is really far but anyway. So, it's fucking crazy that now I'm getting this. Thank you so much to anyone who helps me do the live shows. Thank you pixels, I love you. Thank you *NME*.
>
> — Sawayama's speech following her "Best Live Act" victory

Photos by Dave Benett
### Performance

Sawayama took the stage to perform her 2020 single "XS", choreographed by Joshua Base Pilmore. She was accompanied by her drummer Simone Odaranile and backup dancers Shola B Riley, Nakai Warikandwa, Danielle Barton, and Summer Jay Jones.

For the performance, Rina wore a jacket from GmbH and boots by Ancuta Sarca. Her long-time friend and collaborator Chester Lockhart creative-directed the performance and edited its visuals, using the Rina logo by Luca Devinu.

*Photos by Jennifer McCord.*

## References

1. ↑ Gwee, Karen (2 March 2022). "Here are all the winners at the BandLab NME Awards 2022". *NME*. Retrieved on March 2, 2022.
2. ↑ Gwee, Karen (2 March 2022). "Rina Sawayama wins Best Live Act Supported By Grolsch at the BandLab NME Awards 2022". *NME*. Retrieved on March 4, 2022.
Agnes Lloyd-Platt

**Agnes Lloyd-Platt** is a fashion and beauty photographer and filmmaker based in London, represented by agency East. Her work is characterised by positivity, colour, character and a graphic sensibility.

## 28 January 2016

Credits
* **Photographer** – Agnes Lloyd-Platt for press shots
* **Date** – 6 December 2015

### Media usage

Single artworks
"Where U Are" (2016)"Where U Are" (Salute Interstellar remix)

## External links

* Official website
* Agnes Lloyd-Platt on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Through the Wire (Interlude)

## **Through the Wire**

Song by Rina Sawayama

"**Through the Wire**" is the seven track and second interlude on Rina Sawayama's debut extended play, *Rina*. The track was co-written by Sawayama alongside Justin Tailor, and precedes the EP's last track "Cyber Stockholm Syndrome".

## Background

According to Sawayama, it took her thirty seconds to write the song, stating that the line "I need a break from breaking up" came to her head, then "everything flowed".

## Lyrics

I need a break from breaking up

My heart is cold from all these false starts

It's all because of who we are

Who I am, who I wanna be

Who you are

No more to give on giving up

I guess I wasn't brave enough

I loved you 'cause of who you are

But that don't mean that I love who you are to me

I'll keep checking you out from my bedroom

I'll keep feeling your arms through a screen

I'll keep filling you in on my movements

I'll keep being the girl that you see

Through the wire, through the wire

Through the wire, through the wire

## References

1. ↑ "rinasawayama". CuriousCat. Retrieved on June 10, 2021.
Videography

Rina Sawayama has appeared in 13 videos, a television show, and is set to make her debut role in a film for *John Wick: Chapter 4*, scheduled to be released in 2022.

The videography is separated by the associated era, there you can find Sawayama's appearance in music videos, television shows, films, and more.

**Early career**
(2013–2016)

***Rina* era**
(2016–2019)

***Sawayama* era**
(2019–2022)

***Hold the Girl* era**
(2022–present)

## See also

BiographyDiscography**Videography**Photography
This Time Last Year

"**This Time Last Year**" is a single by Rina Sawayama, released on 8 December 2016. The track was written and produced by Sawayama herself and Felix Nyajo.

The track is a Christmas inspired song, based on the politics in the world at the time of release. Rina says '"Christmas songs have a timeless quality, and I wanted to explore that by writing a piece that fused elements of my music with the festive ballads so heavily ingrained in us when growing up.'

### Lyrics

This time last year, There was a twinkle in your eye While you stared

into the fire was a love affair

But that was then this time last year

This time last year

We raised our glasses to the night Oh, I

was your family and you were mine But that was then

this time last year

But this time this year

I'm running circles round the thoughts of you my dear,

I should've realized the end was drawing near

We acted out of fear, see Well, now it's over

This time last year

While the amber lights were shinning so bright

I held a hope that we would be alright

But that was then this time last year

This time last year I thought I knew everything

## References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2d1u7q4H7bI&ab\_channel=RinaSawayama
2. ↑ https://genius.com/11873396
3. ↑ https://i-d.vice.com/en\_uk/article/mbgqjp/rina-sawayamas-timeless-festive-ballad-reflects-on-2016-the-year-of-realising-things
Rina TV

**Rina TV** is the name of Rina Sawayama's vlog series on YouTube, described as "The YouTube exclusive vlog series showing the behind the scenes world of Rina Sawayama."

## Episode 1: GOURMET MEAT

> Rina Sawayama takes you behind the scenes of the Cherry music video dance rehearsals in the first ever episode of RINA TV.
>
> — "Gourmet Meat" episode description

The first vlog episode of Rina TV, and uploaded on 10 September 2018. It is a behind the scenes of rehearsals for her music video for "Cherry" (2018). The video runs ten minutes, and was shot and edited by Jack Collier and Eliska Haskovcova from We Film Things.

## Episode 2: STABBED BY A PIN!

> Rina Sawayama takes you behind the scenes of the Cherry music video!
>
> — "Stabbed By a Pin" episode description

The second episode of the vlog series. Uploaded on 17 September 2018–a week later than the first one–the episode is a behind-the-scenes of "Cherry" music video, with choreographers Joelle D'Fontaine and Frazer Murray, and dancers Kash Powell, Matthew Miller, Robeathy Corea, David Prempeh, Ainsley Ricketts, and Damjan Mrakovcic.

This episode runs ten minutes and thirty seconds.

## Episode 3: CRYING ON MY BIRTHDAY

> Rina Sawayama responds to a surprise fan birthday video in the latest episode of RINA TV.
> From Rina: "I have the best fans 😭😭😭 thank u for everyone who was part of this video !! thank u Windy and Anisah for the video itself. Team Rina 💖"
>
> — "Crying on My Birthday (Birthday Reaction Video)" episode description

Uploaded on 5 October 2018, the third vlog episode was filmed and edited by Paul Chapman. In it, Sawayama responds a surprise birthday video" organized by her dance captain and friend Windy Tsoi, who asked fans to make a video for Rina, as well as her team including Clarence Clarity. The episode also features a footage of Sawayama reacting to the video.

## Episode 4: #THEYAINTUS

> In the 4th episode of Rina TV, Rina Sawayama shares the uniting message behind her brand new single, Flicker.
>
>
> After a casting call from Rina herself, Pixels from all over the world shared their beautifully unique names and the struggles and joys associated with owning them.
>
>
>
> Thank you to every Pixel who submitted their video !
>
> — "#THEYAINTUS" episode description

The fourth episode, titled "#TheyAintUs", was uploaded 20 December 2018. For the video, Sawayama asked her fans to send their "They Ain't Us" story for her single "Flicker", song she wrote inspired by her experiences growing up in the United Kingdom with people often misreading her surname. In the video, fans of Sawayama, also called Pixels, say their names and then explain a situation where they were made to feel embarrased about it, and one where it made them feel proud or unique. They also shared advice for young people going through a similar experience.

## References

1. ↑ RINA TV - YouTube
2. ↑ Rina Sawayama (20 December 2018). "#THEYAINTUS". YouTube. Retrieved on June 17, 2021.
Megan K Eagles

she/her
**Megan K Eagles** is a BJP Award-winning photographer based in London. Her clients include The Vinyl Factory, Domino Records, and magazine such as *Vogue Italia*, *Notion*, Dazed, *Wonderland*, *Fact*, *C-Heads* and more.

## 16 December 2015

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* 4
* 5

 **Stylist Assistant** | Imogen Hudsen

## 26 July 2016

* Credits
* Look 1
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* 8
* BTS
* Media use

 **Stylist** | Lauren Anne Groves

Single artwork
"Cyber Stockholm Syndrome"
(Nite Jewel Remix)

## External links

* Official website
* Megan K Eagles on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Enter Wizbit

## Plot

Wooly the rabbit was going to get lettuce when he comes across a triangle-shaped wizard named Wizbit, who has come to Puzzleopolis for a year and a day in order to find out all about the planet Earth. But above them all hangs an evil castle - Castle Creep, aka the grim abode of the ghastly, nasty and creepy Professor Doom and his sly cat Jinx, who plot to get rid of Wizbit.

Wizbit and Wooly arrive at the Puzzlegate to enter Puzzleopolis, where they meet magicians, clowns, wand-people, spongeball-people, and card-people.

After an attempt to strand one of the baby spongeballs fails, Professor Doom disguises himself as a Pied Piper-esque figure called "Mr. Note" and hypnotises the Puzzleopolians into following him into a magic door. Wizbit manages to save the day by playing his theme song backwards. He then tells them that the music hypnotised them into doing so, and plays another song that leads everyone to dance.

## Trivia

### Releases

* This story was reprinted as part of the *Wizbit Story Book* in 1986, where it is split up into two chapters under its original name and "Mr. Note".
* This episode was released on VHS as part of *Wizbit and Friends* in 1989, albeit with most of the intro and the credits strangely removed.
Photography/Rina

Agnes Lloyd-Platt
(28 Jan 2016)Hiroshi Manaka
(6 Jul 2016)Megan K Eagles
(26 Jul 2016)Lusha Alic
(19 Aug 2016)Piczo
(8 Nov 2016)2017-03-07 Hanna Moon 001.jpgHanna Moon
(7 Mar 2017)Hanna Moon
(6 Apr 2017)Louie Banks
(9 May 2017)Ivan Ruberto
(21 Jun 2017)Harry Carr
(28 Sep 2017)Elizabeth Gabrielle Lee
(2017)Chloe Sheppard
(20 Nov 2017)Henry Gorse
(30 Jan 2018)Clark Franklyn
(8 Feb 2018)Lillie Eiger
(14 Feb 2018)Clare Shilland
(25 Apr 2018)Morgan Hill-Murphy
(5 Jul 2018)Leon Mark
(17 Jul 2018)Daniyel Lowden
(2 Aug 2018)Jens Langkjaer
(28 Sep 2018)Clare Shilland
(4 Nov 2018)Luc Coiffait
(28 Nov 2018)Laura Allard-Fleischl
(22 Mar 2019)Parker Thornton
(10 Oct 2019)Piczo
(20 Nov 2019)
### On Location photography

Morgan Hill-Murphy
(22 Oct 2018)
Jess Farran

**Jess Farran** is an American photographer and director based in New York. She was raised "on the midwest coast of Michigan, with dirt in her hair and a camera in her hand." She is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography while double minoring in Advertising and Advertising Photography. Farran clients include *i-D*, *Paper Mag*, *Wonderland* magazine, *Teen Vogue*, and more.

Farran photographed Rina Sawayama for *DIY* magazine in February 2020.

## 28 February 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* Media use

 **Stylist** | Lidow Archive

*DIY* (Issue 94)
(March 2020)
## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Jess Farran. "About". Retrieved on June 17, 2021.
2. ↑ Jagota, Vrinda (28 February 2021). "Family Portrait". *DIY*. Retrieved on June 17, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* farran Jess Farran on Instagram

Go to Photography page
List of unreleased songs

Since the beginning of her career in 2013, singer and songwriter Rina Sawayama has written demos and even finalized studio recordings. Throughout the years, many of the unreleased recordings were performed live by Sawayama herself. She has currently only one previously unreleased song on a new album–"Tokyo Takeover" was released as a bonus track on her 2020 debut studio album *Sawayama*, but was recorded for her 2017 debut EP, *Rina*.

## Unreleased songs

* "6°" — Featuring Clarence Clarity, and teased in May of 2018. Clarity revealed they were not satisfied with the track.
* "Animal"
* "Capital" — Unreleased collaboration between producer A. K. Paul and Sawayama from late 2017 to early 2018. Probably meant for *Sawayama*.
* "Da Beach"
* "Fix Those Wings" — The song is produced by BloodPop.
* "Haiku" — Sawayama teased the title on Twitter on 22 October 2018.
* "How We Were Then" — Performed live at The Borderline on 28 March 2018 during *Sawayama* writing sessions.
* "Louis"
* "Love Tonight" — Believed to be recorded in 2014, the song was reworked by Clarence Clarity and released in 2017 for Sawayama's EP, *Rina*.
* "Me & Me"
* "Missing Summers"
* "Mission: U"
* "Model Minority" — Sawayama revealed the track's title on a *Vulture* magazine interview, and stating that it "is about the path that is paved for east Asians specifically of what you should be like when we grow up."
* "Play on Me" — Written for fashion designer Nicola Formichetti's collaboration between his line Nicopanda and MAC cosmetics in 2018.
* "Proud"
* "Ready or Not" — The song was performed live in May 2018.
* "Wait for Me"

## Unreleased album

Main article: Alone Together (EP)
Following her debut in 2013, Sawayama started working on her debut extended play *Alone Together*. Two songs and music videos were released prior the EP–"Tunnel Vision" and "Where U Are". The former was eventually re-released featuring American singer Shamir, for Sawayama's debut EP, *Rina* (2017).

The project was set to be released in 2016, but it was cancelled for unknown reasons.

## References

1. ↑ Rina Sawayama via Twitter
2. ↑ *Vulture* Rina Sawayama Interview
Clark Franklyn

**Clark Franklyn** is an English photographer based in London.

His initial interests were in portraiture and reportage photography, with a passion for documenting futurist sub-cultures in hidden corners of the world. Clark completed his studies at the University of Arts in Bournemouth in 2009 and then moved to London, where he first turned his camera to fashion; shooting womenswear collections for friends at Central Saint Martins.

## 8 February 2018

* Credits
* Look 1
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* 3
* 4
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* BTS

 **Creative Direction** | RBPM

*Rina wears onesie by Miu Miu, and earrings and custom gloves by Gala Colivet Dennison.*

*Rina wears suit by Gucci, and earrings and custom gloves by Gala Colivet Dennison.*

## 24 December 2019

* Credits
* Look 1

 **Stylist** | Vincent Levy

## References

1. ↑ "Clark Franklyn - Photography". Aura Photo Agency. Retrieved on July 12, 2021.

## External links

* Official website
* Clark Franklyn on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Jeff Hahn

**Jeff Hahn** is a Swiss-Chinese photographer currently based in London.

Upon graduating from the London College of Communication six years ago, Hahn was drawn to fashion photography, shooting for the likes of *Tank*, *i-D*, *InStyle* and *Elle*. He has also worked for publications like *Dazed*, *Financial Times*, *i-D*, *Man About Town*, and more.

Hahn photographed Rina Sawayama for *King Kong Magazine* in 2020.

## 25 September 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
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* Media use

 **Stylist** | Flora Huddart

*Rina Sawayama wears leather coat by Celine, corset by Dilara Findikoglu, sneakers by Prada, rings by Räthel & Wolf, and viper cuff by Alan Crocetti.*

*Rina wears top by Rua Carlota, corset by David Koma, feather top by Masha Popova, pants by Kit Wan, and belt by Toga.*

*Rina wears catsuit by Paolina Russo, and earrings by Mi Manera Jewelry.*

*Rina wears mini coat by Atsuko Kudo, vest by MMRMS Studio, harness by Fleet Ilya, and pants by Issey Miyake.*

*Rina wears t-shirt by David Koma, top and pants by Di Petsa, corset by Fleet Ilya, and collar by Jivomir Domoustchiev.*

*Rina wears t-shirt by Maison Margiela, harness by Jivomir Domoustchiev, and skirt by MMRMS Studio.*

*Rina wears mini dress by Atsuko Kudo, custom outfit by Auné, jacket and belt by Prada, and earrings by Georgia Kemball..*

*Rina wears bodysuit by Caitlin Yates, blazer by Versace, harness by Jivomir Domoustchiev, double pucket chain harness by Fleet Ilya, and bulla ward by Nodaleto.*

*King Kong* Issue 10 (Oct. 2020)
## External links

* Official website
* Jeff Hahn on Instagram

## References

1. ↑ Meet California: A handful of the strongest submissions so far
2. ↑ "Info". Jeff Hahn — Photographer.

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Zoe McConnell

**Zoe McConnell** is a photographer based in London. McConnell branched out into photography, having learned a great deal from her time in front of the lens. Her work specialises in character studies and well-lit portraits conveying a sense of intimacy. Her photography has also appeared in magazines including *Vanity Fair*, *Billboard*, *Complex*, *Entertainment Weekly*, *Elle*, and more.

## 20 March 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* Media use

 **Stylist** | Kate Iorga

TaggedTaggedOuttake
*Rina Sawayama wears a dress and earrings by Alessandra Rich, and shoes by Jimmy Choo x Ashley Williams.*

TaggedCropped
*Rina wears a dress by Ryan Lo, sandals by Bottega Veneta, and earrings by Stephen Einhorn.*

Tagged
*Rina wears a top and skirt by Gareth Wrighton, shoes by Jimmy Choo, and earrings by Stephen Einhorn.*

 *NME*
(March 2020)
## November 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* 4
* Media use

 **Stylist** | Joseph Kocharian

*Rina Sawayama wears dress by Halpern, boots by Halpern and Christian Louboutin boots, Regalrose earrings, and Alan Crocetti rings.*

*Rina wears Moschino dress, boots, and necklace.*

*Rina wears top by Ashish, sleeves by Ploom, and Alberta Ferretti boots.*

*Rina wears gown by Bottega Veneta, and earrings by Alessandra Rich.*

Magazine covers
 *Attitude*
(Jan, 2021)
 2 June 2021

* Credits
* Look 1
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* Media use

*Rina Sawayama wears top and shoes by Andrea Brocca, bottoms by Wolford, tights by Falke, headpiece by Harris Reed, earrings and bracelets by Mugler, and rings by Pebble London.*

*Rina wears unitard, dress and shoes by Richard Quinn, and earrings by Shaun Leane.*

*Rina wears bodysuit and bracelets by Mugler, bow by Richard Quinn, shoes by Christian Louboutin, earrings by Omneque, and rings by David Morris and Motley.*

Untagged
Rina wears bodysuit and hat by Atsuko Kudo, shoes by Jamie Challinor, earrings and necklace by Mugler, and ring by Motley.

*Rina wears top by Andrea Brocca, shorts and shoes by Balenciaga, and jewelry by David Morris.*

Magazine covers
 *Billboard*
(Jun 5, 2021)
## 3 March 2022

* Credits
* Shoot

*Rina Sawayama wears full outfit by SRVC Studio and belt by Justine Clenquet.*
## References

1. ↑ listal.com. Zoe McConnell.
2. ↑ Zoe McConnell. ABOUT.

## External links

* Official website
* Zoe McConnell on Instagram

Go to Photography page
Greg Lin Jiajie

**Greg Lin Jiajie** is a Chinese photographer based in London, noted for his intimate approach to photography. Greg's work displays a strong sense of narrative throughout; from high-end fashion editorials and sophisticated advertising campaigns to documenting life in his hometown Fujian and self-portraits with his identical twin brother. Greg treats photography as a profoundly personal and emotional experience.

His portraits have appeared on the covers and pages of Modern Weekly Style, Vogue, Dazed, T Magazine, and GQ, Greg has also worked with commercial clients of the like of Miu Miu, Paul Smith, Frankie Morello, Bershka and Polaroid Originals.

Lin Jiajie worked with Rina Sawayama in 2020.

## 13 September 2020

* Credits
* Look 1
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* 3
* 4
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*Rina Sawayama wears a jumpsuit by Aje, and mules by Dorateymur.*

OuttakeOuttakeOuttake
*Rina wears a crop top and jeans by Aje., and mules by Dorateymur.*

*Rina wears a blazer, knit and pants by Aje.*

*Rina wears a shirt and short by Aje., and boots by Charlotte Knowles.*

*Rina wears a dress by Aje..*

*Rina wears a dress by Aje., and mules by Dorateymur.*
## 18 September 2020

**Warning!** At least one photo from this shoot was removed for violating FANDOM's Terms of Use. Any other photo belonging to this shoot that is uploaded to the Rina Sawayama Wiki will be *removed*, and the uploader will be *banned* from the community. (June 2022)
* Credits
* Look 1
* 2
* 3
* BTS
* Media use

 **Stylist** | Joel Palmer

*Rina Sawayama wears a 3D printed corset by Luis De Javier, mesh pants by Charlotte Knowles, and a vertebrae pendant on mix chain by Amanda Dave.*

*Rina wears a bustier by Patrick Whitaker, and trousers by Acne Studios.*

*Rina wears look from Moschino Fall/Winter 2020 collection.*

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Promotion
Promotional Roundhouse Show poster
Playlists
Spotify: Out Now

## External links

* Official Website
* Greg Lin Jiajie on Instagram
* Greg Lin Jiajie on Twitter

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Luc Coiffait

**Luc Coiffait** is a British photographer and director, based in London, New York City, and Los Angeles.

His work is instantly recognisable through capturing both talent and models in a striking yet natural way. Luc has collaborated with the likes of Robbie Spencer, Haider Ackermann, Ben Schofield and Harry Lambert. Coiffait clients include *Vogue*, Gucci, i-D, Kinfolk, Vanity Fair, Adidas, and more.

## 28 November 2018

* Credits
* Look 1
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* 4
* 5
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 **Art Director** | Elizabeth Jane Bishop

## External links

* Official website
* Luc Coiffait on Instagram

Go to Photography page