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Born To Make Music

GI-YO is a German singer, songwriter, and producer from Bremerhaven. Born in 1994, he began playing piano at the age of four. He has studied music and possesses an extensive background in classical music and jazz piano.

GI-YO produces his music entirely on his own; songwriting, instrumentation, full production and vocal arrangements are all produced by him.

Midnight Rendezvous

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Philosophy

GI-YO focuses on Modern R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, and Pop music inspired by decades of listening deeply to the best who ever did it.

Production Influences

Quincy Jones - Rod Temperton

Artist Influences

Stevie Wonder - Michael Jackson - Justin Timberlake - Boyz II Men

Making an International Mark

"Midnight Rendezvous"

The debut single - powerful, emotional vocals with modern R&B vibes and jazz elements.

#17 - UK Soul Charts

A strong debut chart position that put GI-YO firmly on the radar of the international Soul community.

Radio Across Two Continents

The track received extensive radio plays across Europe and America, bringing international attention to GI-YO’s sound.

What's Coming In 2026 / 2027

Debut Studio Album

Since 2025, GI-YO has been working intensively on his first studio album - a project that pictures R&B, Soul, Jazz, and Funk with international influences.

The Quantize Brothers

A collaboration on a large-scale project with The Quantize Brothers for global release.

Collaborations

An ongoing songwriting collaboration with Rob Hardt, further expanding his creative reach.

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