Jake Shimabukuro

Ukulele Master

Jake Shimabukuro is one of the most exceptional ukulele players in the world. Inspired by drummers, dancers, and athletes, Jake applies their intense, mental focus to his musical performance.

Jake plays the ukulele in a “guitar hero anthem” style blending elements of jazz virtuosity with heartfelt melodicism, leaving people to say “I didn’t know you could play that kind of music on that thing.”

Jake has topped Billboard’s World Music Chart, collaborated with Yo-Yo Ma, and Cyndi Lauper, has sold out the Hollywood Bowl, Lincoln Center, and the Sydney Opera House, and even played for Queen Elizabeth II.

FAVORITE COLOR
Black and White

SUPER POWER
Making people laugh

A SONG THAT STIRS MY HEART AND PUTS ME IN A GREAT MOOD
"Gonna Fly" (Theme from "Rocky") by Bill Conti

FAVORITE QUOTE
If everyone played the ukulele, the world would be a better place.