Rina Sawayama is a Japanese-British singer, songwriter, and model. Rina Sawayama does not know martial arts. However, for her role in John Wick 4, Sawayama learned archery, knife-fighting and hand-to-hand combat.
She spoke about her stunt work in an interview with USA Today. “It was a mental challenge to try and trick your body into doing stunts at 2 a.m. and not feel tired,” Sawayama says.
“I didn’t have a problem learning the choreography, but it was about making it look powerful. Trying to convince the audience that you’re fighting this massive person and would even stand a chance – that was hard.”
Rina Sawayama gained recognition for her unique blend of pop, R&B, and rock music, incorporating nostalgia elements of the ’90s and 2000s. Her music often explores themes of identity, cultural belonging, and the challenges faced by the Asian diaspora.
Her breakthrough came with the release of her self-titled debut studio album, “SAWAYAMA,” in 2020. The album received critical acclaim for its genre-blending sound, thought-provoking lyrics, and powerful vocals. It includes tracks such as “STFU!,” “XS,” and “Comme des Garçons (Like the Boys).”