Joyce Wrice

In this episode, Kara sits down with R&B singer Joyce Wrice ahead of her sophomore album. Joyce opens up about intentionally stepping away, rebuilding a song after losing its original beat, growing up Black and Japanese in Chula Vista, reconnecting with her long-lost brother in Japan, and the Buddhist teachings that continue to guide her. **Joyce Wrice** is an R&B singer-songwriter from Chula Vista, California, now based in Los Angeles. Of Japanese and Black heritage, she released her critically acclaimed debut album *Overgrown* in 2021, featuring collaborations with KAYTRANADA, Masego, Freddie Gibbs, and Lucky Daye, followed by her 2022 EP *Motive*. She also performs the theme song for Disney+’s *The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder* and has collaborated with artists including Mahalia, Jordan Ward, and Isaiah Falls. In 2026, Joyce returned with new singles “Break Me In” and “Crack The Code,” marking the beginning of her long-awaited sophomore album era. Instagram: @joycewrice | stream Joyce’s music: https://joycewrice.lnk.to/crackthecode Big thanks to our presenting sponsor, Jellypop shoes and Jellypop Kids from Evolution Design Lab. Jellypop makes comfort-first footwear made with vegan leather, memory foam insoles, and PETA-approved materials. Available at major retailers including Famous Footwear, Shoe Carnival, Belk, JCPenney (under POP), Amazon, and more. ⁠www.evolutiondesignlab.com⁠ ⁠www.jellypop.la⁠ This is an AAGC Originals Podcast, brought to you by Asian American Girl Club. https://open.spotify.com/show/2iiTyiAhiuZD6LCBCeCOkp Executive produced by Ally Maki, and Kara Wang  Produced by Tia Samn  Intro Music: (OMG) by Gloria Kim https://open.spotify.com/track/0Ni3UTucdl8y2j3EG4w5PB Edited by: Jacob Ho Special Thanks to Oscar Alva Follow AAGC! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asianamericangirlclub/ Sign up for updates for the latest content, merch, and so much more! https://app.fanded.com/club/asianamericangirlclub https://www.asianamericangirlclub.com