In 2013, on the DizastaMusic YouTube channel, Miller created the video "Do the Harlem Shake (Original)," which originated from a clip of the video "Filthy Compilation #6 – Smell My Fingers",the video has been viewed 60 million times (as of February 2019). The original clip led to the creation of the Harlem Shake meme, which was directly responsible for the debut of Baauer's "Harlem Shake" song atop the Billboard Hot 100. In addition to the DizastaMusic channel (inactive since 2015), he has operated two other channels: TooDamnFilthy (a secondary channel) and TVFilthyFrank (main channel).
His absurdist YouTube channel, now defunct, consisted of music, rants, ukulele performances, and a bizarre show, with all of the main characters played by Miller including the titular character of Filthy Frank. He also produced absurdist comedy music under the moniker Pink Guy, with his discography spanning two full-length albums and an EP. His second album, Pink Season, debuted at number 70 on Billboard 200.
In late 2017, Miller retired from the YouTube channel to focus on his music career under the name Joji, producing more nuanced and serious music, releasing the EP In Tongues, which peaked at number 58 on the Billboard 200, and his debut studio album BALLADS 1, which reached number 1 on Billboard's top R&B and hip-hop chart in November 2018. With this, Miller became the first Asian artist to do so. Miller's music has been described as a mix between R&B and trip-hop. As of 2022, Joji has released two more studio albums: Nectar on September 25, 2020, and SMITHEREENS on November 4, 2022.
plastic taste
Joji Lyrics
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But I'll admit that I'm afraid
Let this romance go to waste
Excuse me for my plastic taste
Excuse me for my plastic taste
Excuse me for my plastic taste
Excuse me for my plastic taste
Let these moments go to waste
Go to waste
The lyrics in Joji's song "Plastic Taste" highlight the fear and apprehension that exist in relationships. The opening line "I can't do this face to face" reveal that the singer is struggling to confront the challenges of a relationship directly. He admits that he is afraid and that the relationship may go to waste. The use of the word "plastic taste" is symbolic; it represents the superficiality that often exists in relationships. The singer is apologizing for his inability to be genuine and authentic in the relationship. The lyrics express the guilt and regret felt by the singer for his inability to connect with the other person.
The repetition of the phrase "Excuse me for my plastic taste" highlights the repetitive nature of relationships. Too often, relationships follow the same patterns and become quite predictable. The singer acknowledges the possibility that these moments may be wasted, signifying a desire for something more meaningful. Overall, the lyrics allow us to see relationships through the lens of fear, regret, and superficiality.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't do this face to face
I am not brave enough to confess in person
But I'll admit that I'm afraid
I am willing to acknowledge my fear
Let this romance go to waste
I am willing to let our relationship end
Excuse me for my plastic taste
I apologize for my superficiality and lack of genuine emotion
Excuse me for my plastic taste
I apologize for my superficiality and lack of genuine emotion
Excuse me for my plastic taste
I apologize for my superficiality and lack of genuine emotion
Let these moments go to waste
I am willing to let go of all the experiences we shared
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