Singapore’s pop star Regina Song, aged 21, has been nominated at the first-ever Music Awards Japan. She is the only nominee from Singapore at this event. Regina is competing in the Best Song Asia category with her hit single The Cutest Pair from her debut album Fangirl. Other nominees in this category include Supernova by Aespa, Way 4 Luv by Plave, Satu Bulan by Bernadya, and Ghost by Jeff Satur. The award ceremony will be held on May 21 and 22 at the Rohm Theater in Kyoto, Japan.
The Cutest Pair has been very successful since its release in June 2024. It has gained over 44 million streams on Spotify. Regina currently has more than one million monthly listeners on the platform, showing her growing popularity. The Music Awards Japan is organized by the Japan Culture and Entertainment Industry Promotion Association with support from Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The awards celebrate music talents across Asia and aim to promote Asian artists on a global stage.
In early 2025, Regina toured Southeast Asia, performing in cities like Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and Manila. She also took part in the Wanderland Festival in March 2025. Her next scheduled performance is at Indonesia’s LaLaLa Fest. Regina Song’s nomination is a proud moment for Singapore’s music industry. It highlights local talent and shows that Singaporean artists can compete with the best in Asia.
This recognition may help increase attention for Singaporean music and create more opportunities for other artists in the region. Regina’s nomination at the Music Awards Japan marks an important milestone in her career. With strong streaming numbers and a growing fan base, she is part of the new generation of Asian pop stars. The ceremony on May 21 and 22 will be closely watched by music fans across Asia and beyond.
