Jin Dogg has officially released his highly anticipated third studio album, “Pain Makes You Better“, today, August 15, 2025. This compelling 13-track project marks a significant milestone in the Osaka-based rapper’s career, delivering an unflinching exploration of pain, growth, and resilience through authentic storytelling. The album features an impressive roster of guest artists, including IO, guca owl, Nanjaman, Sunademus, Owen, Wuuslime, Foggy at the Bottom, R-指定, Benjazzy, BES, Young Yujiro, and Yujiro. This diverse lineup represents some of the most respected names in Japanese hip-hop, creating a rich tapestry of voices that complement Jin Dogg’s raw narrative style.
“Pain Makes You Better” showcases exceptional production quality through collaborations with both domestic and international producers. The production team includes MELRAW, Miss You KJ, Lil YamaGucci, Made In Crimson, DJ Bullset & TigaOne, Ronrontheproducer, Michael Link, gelato .45, Scratch Nice, youngsavagecoco, and ViryKnot. This global approach to sound design creates a unique sonic landscape that transcends geographical boundaries.
“Pain Makes You Better” Highlights and Standout Tracks
The album opens with “Intro (Red Handkerchief)” featuring IO, immediately setting the emotional tone with production by MELRAW and Miss You KJ. Notable tracks include: “生きる” (Living) featuring guca owl with shouts from NANJAMAN and SUNADEMUS. “Flip” featuring the legendary R-指定. “Laughing Salesman” with Benjazzy and BES “大雨の道頓堀” (Heavy Rain in Dotonbori), a poetic closer produced by ViryKnot All tracks were recorded at Town Studios, with mixing handled by NaotheLAIZA at BLOOM STUDIO and mastering by G.V KARTY. The recording process involved multiple engineers, including BERSERK BENZ, DJ BULLSET, and youngsavagecoco, ensuring pristine audio quality throughout the project.
Tracklist / Stream link
- 1. Intro (Red Handkerchief) feat. IO / Produced by MELRAW, Miss You KJ
- 2. What’s Goin’ On / Produced by Lil YamaGucci
- 3. 生きる feat. guca owl / Shout by NANJAMAN, SUNADEMUS Produced by Made In Crimson
- 4. Loyalty feat. Owen / Produced by DJ BULLSET & TigaOne
- 5. REDDEVIL 5 feat. Wuuslime, Foggyatthebottom / Produced by Ronrontheproducer
- 6. Flip feat. R-指定 / Produced by Michael Link
- 7. Laughing Salesman feat. Benjazzy, BES / Produced by Lil YamaGucci, gelato .45
- 8. 食えるまで feat. Young Yujiro / Produced by Scratch Nice
- 9. GO SAD MAD / Produced by youngsavagecoco
- 10. MURI / Produced by Miss You KJ
- 11. Storm feat. Yujiro / Produced by Miss You KJ
- 12. Home / Produced by youngsavagecoco
- 13. 大雨の道頓堀 / Produced by ViryKnotRecorded at Town Studios
All Songs Mixed by NaotheLAIZA at BLOOM STUDIO
Mastered by G.V KARTY
Recording Engineers：
・BERSERK BENZ（Tracks 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13）
・DJ BULLSET（Tracks 4, 5）
・youngsavagecoco（Tracks 9, 12）
Artist Support / Management Support: Yusuke Matsuoka, Takumi Touda
A&R / Project Direction: DJ BULLSET
Executive Producer: Jin Dog
Major Osaka Concert Announcement
Jin Dogg will celebrate the album release with his largest solo concert to date at Zepp Osaka Bayside on September 15, 2025. The “Pain Makes You Better” one-person live show represents a career-defining moment for the artist in his hometown of Osaka.
- Date: September 15, 2025 (Holiday Monday)
- Venue: Zepp Osaka Bayside
- Doors: 5:00 PM / Show: 6:00 PM
- Tickets: ¥5,980 (plus drink fee)
Ticket Information
Pre-sale tickets are currently available through e+ until September 14, 2025, at 23:59. The venue operates on a first-come, first-served numbered entry system. Special pricing applies for attendees under 16, with children 15 and under admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.
