is a Japanese R&B singer, also known as just Ryohei. He debuted as "山本領平" (written in kanji) under Warner Music Japan on 2003 with single "Almost There". Prior to that, in November 2002, he was featured on a track "Why Not?" by Fantastic Plastic Machine. In 2006 he shortened his name to just "Ryohei" (written in Roman letters) and transferred to the label Rhythm Zone. He is known for his collaborations with m-flo, being featured on tracks such as "Miss You" and "Summer Time Love".
For a time, Ryohei was one of the most popular artists on iTunes Japan, with his single 'So Fly' reaching Np. 1.
His last release as a singer was in 2007. Since then, he has written for artists including Koda Kumi.
Discography
Album
Album Title: Take Over
Release Date: September 23, 2004
Label: Warner Music Japan
Tracks: Intro Take Over Speedway Set Free この空に Can't You See? Game We Played Almost There Rainy Days Fantasy Why Not, Darling? Purify Moon Sexy Believe Me Let It Flow Outro
Album Title: ReListen
Release Date: February 7, 2007
Features: M-Flo, Lisa
Label: Rhythm Zone
Tracks: Intro Onelove (feat. Verbal (M-Flo)) ReListen (feat. Lisa) あなたの手 World Like This Upside Down you said... Just Want the LIGHT In My Arms Gift Outro Bonus Tracks After The Love Has Gone A Night To Remember Sincere
Singles
1st Single: Onelove
Release Date: March 8, 2006
Features: M-Flo
Tracks: onelove Just Want onelove [instrumental] Just Want [instrumental]
2nd Single: the LIGHT
Release Date: July 26, 2006
Tracks: the LIGHT Like This the LIGHT [instrumental] Like This [instrumental]
3rd Single: you said... Release Date: November 1, 2006 Tracks: you said... One Sugar Dream -Ryohei version- Special acoustic live medley at JZ Brat on 16 October 2006 you said...[instrumental]
References
External links
Ryohei Official Site
TFL.ORG APPROVED FANLISTING
Artimage Official Site - An English biography page is available. Official profile at Warner Music Japan