YOSHIKI

Biography

Yoshiki Hayashi, known mononymously as Yoshiki, is a Japanese musician, songwriter, and composer born on November 20, 1965. He is best known for co-founding the visual kei rock band X Japan, and has composed music for various high-profile events, including a classical song for Emperor Akihito's enthronement in 1999 and a Golden Globe Awards theme. Yoshiki's solo career includes several classical studio albums and collaborations with renowned artists.