Taka Moriuchi, better known simply as Taka, is a Japanese musician and singer, best known as the lead vocalist of the popular rock band ONE OK ROCK. Born on April 17, 1988, in Tokyo, Japan, Taka grew up in a musical family; his father was a saxophonist, and his mother was a dancer. He started playing the piano at a very young age and later learned to play the guitar.
Taka attended a private school in Tokyo, where he met his future ONE OK ROCK bandmates, Toru Yamashita (guitar), Ryota Kohama (bass), and Tomoya Kanki (drums). The band formed in 2005, and Taka became the lead vocalist. They started playing gigs around Tokyo and quickly gained a following. They released their first single, "Naihi Shinsho," in 2007, which became a hit in Japan.
Taka has always been passionate about music, and he has worked hard to improve his skills as a singer and songwriter. He cites American rock bands like Linkin Park and Green Day as major influences on his music. In 2010, ONE OK ROCK signed with major record label Amuse, Inc., and they released their first album with the label, "Niche Syndrome," which was a commercial success in Japan.
Since then, ONE OK ROCK has become one of the most popular rock bands in Japan, with a huge following both in Japan and around the world. Taka's powerful voice and emotional lyrics have resonated with fans, and he has become known for his dynamic stage presence and charismatic personality.
In addition to his work with ONE OK ROCK, Taka has also collaborated with other artists, including the American rock band Sleeping with Sirens and the Japanese rapper KOHH. He has also pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album, "Singing Bloom," in 2017.
Taka is known for his hard work and dedication to his music, and he continues to inspire fans around the world with his powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics. He has won numerous awards for his work with ONE OK ROCK, including the "Best Rock Artist" award at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan.