Bands & artists like Joji

If you like Joji, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

New to Joji? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Smino

Smino

Smino blends alternative R&B with intricate lyrical storytelling, featuring smooth vocals and a mix of minimalist beats that create a similar atmospheric tension.

hip-hop
Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis combines sultry vocals with eclectic production, often incorporating lo-fi elements and emotional depth that resonate with Joji's sound.

contemporary R&B
Frank Ocean

Frank Ocean

Guide

Frank Ocean's introspective lyrics and innovative soundscapes evoke a haunting quality akin to Joji, with a focus on emotional delivery and layered instrumentation.

alternative R&B avant-pop contemporary R&B
Brockhampton

Brockhampton

Brockhampton's experimental hip-hop incorporates diverse influences and emotional narratives, paralleling Joji's blend of genres and dynamic shifts in mood.

Southern hip-hop alternative R&B alternative hip-hop
Tinashe

Tinashe

Guide

Tinashe combines alternative R&B with electronic elements, showcasing a haunting vocal style and atmospheric production reminiscent of Joji's work.

alternative R&B hip-hop
The Internet

The Internet

The Internet's fusion of soul, funk, and R&B creates an immersive listening experience with layered instrumentation that aligns well with Joji's sonic palette.

alternative R&B soul
Daniel Caesar

Daniel Caesar

Daniel Caesar's smooth vocal delivery and soulful melodies paired with minimalist production echo the emotional resonance found in Joji's music.

contemporary R&B neo soul soul
Clairo

Clairo

Clairo's lo-fi pop aesthetic and introspective lyrics create a similar vibe to Joji, characterized by understated production and personal themes.

bedroom pop electropop folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Joji?

Artists similar to Joji include Smino, Kali Uchis, Frank Ocean and Brockhampton. Each shares elements of Joji's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Joji?

Joji is primarily known for alternative rock, contemporary R&B and trip hop. Joji's music pulses with an understated tension that shifts seamlessly between moments of haunting stillness and dynamic crescendos, filling space with haunting vocals layered over minimalist yet impactful production.

Where should I start if I like Joji?

If you enjoy Joji, start with Smino — their album "Noir" is a great entry point. Smino blends alternative R&B with intricate lyrical storytelling, featuring smooth vocals and a mix of minimalist beats that create a similar atmospheric tension.