ZJ has been writing since he was 13, and sitting in front of a piano for as long as they could recall.

“impossible for me to do anything else.”

Would be an accurate sentiment for ZJ, who also tutors as well as singing, and playing the saxophone, melodica, and pretty much any other instrument he might be able to find. They’re also passionate about human rights, animal welfare, travel and history—these are some of the emotional topics that ZJ lists as drawing upon. When asked about his aspirations for the future:

“I hope to see as much of the world as I can, and share music with others in as many places as I can.”