Born and raised in Oakland, California, Zendaya began her career as a child model and backup dancer. She made her television debut as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up (2010–2013) and starred as the titular character in the sitcom K.C. Undercover (2015–2018), for the channel. Her feature film debut came in 2017 with the superhero film Spider-Man: Homecoming, and she later starred in its sequels. Zendaya's role as Rue Bennett, a struggling drug-addicted teenager, in the HBO teen drama series Euphoria (2019–present) made her the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, which she won twice. Her film roles include the musical The Greatest Showman (2017), the romantic drama Malcolm & Marie (2021), and the science fiction epic Dune (2021).
In addition to her acting career, Zendaya has ventured into music. In 2011, she released the singles "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me", the latter a collaboration with Bella Thorne. She signed with Hollywood Records in 2012. Her eponymous debut studio album, Zendaya (2013), was released to moderate success. The album's lead single, "Replay", reached the top 40 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Zendaya's biggest commercial success as a musician came with her Zac Efron collaboration, "Rewrite the Stars", from The Greatest Showman (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) in 2017. The single reached within the top 20 of several record charts and has received multi-platinum sales certifications globally.
Having already collaborated with Labrinth on the song "All for Us" for Euphoria's first season, in 2022 Zendaya co-wrote two songs ("I’m Tired (with Zendaya) - Bonus Track" and "Elliot's Song") for the second season, also performing as a vocalist on the former. Receiving continued acclaim for her performance as Rue, the second season of Euphoria earned her four Emmy nominations. Nominated for Lead Actress in a Drama for the second time, she became the youngest two-time nominee in Emmy history, while her nomination as an executive producer for Outstanding Drama Series made her the youngest woman ever nominated for producing. She received two nominations for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for her lyrical contributions to the show's soundtrack. In 2023, Zendaya won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama at the 80th Golden Globe Awards and received a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination.
On April 22, 2023, during the second weekend of Coachella 2023, Zendaya joined Labrinth in a surprise performance of "All for Us" and "I'm Tired", which marked her return to the stage in 8 years. She was featured on the opening song "The Feels" of Labrinth's third album Ends & Begins.
Made In Japan
Zendaya Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
It's offering the two of us a chance and knows,
Oh, we're gonna take it,
All they need to do is lead us to the floor it'll detonate us,
We'll show 'em what the beat is for to the core, gotta celebrate us
Made in Japan Oh
We're Made in Japan
We're Made in Japan
Fortune and fame suddenly, I can be a real supernova,
(Supernova, supernova)
Shooting star my name in neon lights in the sky before it's over,
Imagine us having fans think of when a-all of them are screamin',
Our fantasy is so getting out of hand I'm- loving what I'm dreamin'
Made in Japan Oh
We're Made in Japan
Made in Japan Oh
We're Made in Japan
Woke up in another world now we're on a sama girls
Getting our kimono on, singing karaoke songs,
Eating sushi, drinking tea in the shade of maple trees,
Lotus flowers everywhere breathing in exotic air,
Manga artists take a bow animes a total wow,
My imagination sparks when I'm in yoyogi park,
Could it be this distant land scrambled crossing up our plans
Loving cosplay, gotta say sayonara u.s.a.
Made in Japan Oh
We're Made in Japan
Made in Japan Oh
We're Made in Japan
OH Oh OH
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
Made in Japan
The song "Made in Japan" by Zendaya is an upbeat and catchy dance song that speaks of the aspirations and dreams of a young singer who wants to make it big in Tokyo. The singer shares her excitement and anticipation as she imagines herself and her partner taking on the music world in Japan. The chorus highlights their pride and joy for being Made in Japan. The lyrics conjure up images of an exotic and technologically advanced city that is alive with music, fashion, and cultural beauty. The singer is confident that they will take the city by storm, and they will detonate the floor with the beat and celebrate their success.
Line by Line Meaning
Every avenue in Tokyo is saying that I'm gonna make it
All over Tokyo, there's a feeling that I am destined for success.
It's offering the two of us a chance and knows, Oh, we're gonna take it
Tokyo is presenting an opportunity for both of us to make it big, and we're definitely going to seize it.
All they need to do is lead us to the floor it'll detonate us
Once we get on stage, we'll explode with energy and show everyone what we're made of.
We'll show 'em what the beat is for to the core, gotta celebrate us
Our performance will demonstrate the true meaning and purpose of music, and people will celebrate our talent.
Fortune and fame suddenly, I can be a real supernova
Success can come out of nowhere, and I could become a huge star overnight.
(Supernova, supernova) Shooting star my name in neon lights in the sky before it's over
My success will be so bright and explosive that my name will be up in lights for all to see, but it might not last forever.
Imagine us having fans think of when a-all of them are screamin'
The thought of having screaming fans is exciting and overwhelming.
Our fantasy is so getting out of hand I'm- loving what I'm dreamin'
Our dreams are becoming a little wild and unrealistic, but it's exhilarating to think about.
Woke up in another world now we're on a sama girls
We feel like we're in a different world and we fit right in with the 'sama girls'.
Getting our kimono on, singing karaoke songs
We're embracing Japanese culture by wearing kimonos and singing karaoke.
Eating sushi, drinking tea in the shade of maple trees
We're enjoying traditional Japanese food and drink while surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Lotus flowers everywhere breathing in exotic air
The surroundings are so different and beautiful, and the air feels exotic.
Manga artists take a bow animes a total wow
The anime and manga scene in Japan is amazing and impressive.
My imagination sparks when I'm in yoyogi park
Being in Yoyogi Park in Japan inspires my creativity and imagination.
Could it be this distant land scrambled crossing up our plans
Japan's influence and impact on us could be throwing a wrench in our original plans.
Loving cosplay, gotta say sayonara u.s.a.
We're really enjoying the cosplay scene in Japan and we might not want to leave.
Made in Japan Oh / We're Made in Japan / (...) / Made in Japan
We are embracing and identifying with our experience and success in Japan, fully embracing and representing the spirit of being 'Made in Japan.'
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sumi-we8zj
Every avenue in Tokyo is saying that I'm gonna make it,
It's offering the two of us a chance and knows,
Oh, we're gonna take it,
All they need to do is lead us to the floor it'll detonate us,
We'll show 'em what the beat is for to the core, gotta celebrate us
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Fortune and fame suddenly, I can be a real supernova,
(Supernova, supernova)
Shooting star my name in neon lights in the sky before it's over,
Imagine us having fans think of when a-all of them are screamin',
Our fantasy is so getting out of hand I'm- loving what I'm dreamin'!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Woke up in another world now we're on a sama girls
Getting our kimono on, singing karaoke songs,
Eating sushi, drinking tea in the shade of maple trees,
Lotus flowers everywhere breathing in exotic air,
Manga artists take a bow animes a total wow,
My imagination sparks when I'm in yoyogi park,
Could it be this distant land scrambled crossing up our plans
Loving cosplay, gotta say sayonara u.s.a.
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
OH Oh OH
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
@justinrussoprofessor3888
Every avenue in Tokyo is saying that I'm gonna make it
It's offering the two of us a chance and knows
Oh, we're gonna take it
All they need to do is lead us to the floor it'll detonate us
We'll show 'em what the beat is for to the core, gotta celebrate us
[Hook]
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
[Verse 2]
Fortune and fame suddenly, I can be a real supernova
(Supernova, supernova)
Shooting star my name in neon lights in the sky before it's over
Imagine us having fans think of when a-all of them are screamin'
Our fantasy is so getting out of hand I'm- loving what I'm dreamin'!
[Hook]
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
[Bridge]
Woke up in another world now we're on a sama girls
Getting our kimono on, singing karaoke songs
Eating sushi, drinking tea in the shade of maple trees
Lotus flowers everywhere breathing in exotic air
Manga artists take a bow animes a total wow
My imagination sparks when I'm in yoyogi park
Could it be this distant land scrambled crossing up our plans
Loving cosplay, gotta say sayonara u.s.a
[Hook]
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
Made in Japan! Oh!
We're Made in Japan!
OH Oh OH
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
Made in Japan!
@aliciahamilton6419
throwback to when we were young and we didn't know about social media
@CloudDinoGod
Aye
@quamee_smith3036
omg yessssss
@stephanimunoz5986
same
@sandra-oq6kj
Alicia Hamilton Spanish grammar mistakes
@aluriant9925
Alicia Hamilton yup😭😂
@Niyah5639
Those times when you are waiting for the special to air.😭😭 That “MADE IN JAPAN! MADE IN JAPAN! MADE IN JAPAN!” STILL hits hard.
@edimulo3903
Yessss
@desmondharp3415
literally
@hiruzensage3058
On God bro