MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE Members Profile and Facts
MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE (マッシブ ザ ランペイジ) is the first Hip-Hop sub-unit of the Japanese boy group THE RAMPAGE, they’re under the label LDH & signed to Rhythm Zone. They were formed in 2019 and the group currently consists of: Likiya, Kamiya Kenta, YAMASHO, Urakawa Shohei, & Suzuki Takahide. They debuted on February 5th 2020 with their single ‘Determined’.
MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE Fandom Name: RAVERS (Rampage + Lovers)
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MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE Official Accounts:
Website: @Ma55ive The Rampage
Instagram: @ma55ive_the_rampage_official
Twitter: @ma55iveofficial
Tiktok: @ma55ive_official
Youtube: @MA55IVETHERAMPAGE | @THERAMPAGEfromEXILETRIBE
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Likiya
Stage Name: Likiya (リキヤ)
Birth Name: Elliot Likiya (エリオット 力矢)
Position: Leader, Performer, Rapper
Birthday: November 28, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 170 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: A
Instagram: @likiya16rmpg
Likiya Facts
– Likiya was born in Misawa, Aomori Prefecture, Japan.
– His father is American and was a former OPBF Super Welterweight champion, Carlos Elliott, while his mother is Japanese.
– His older brother is ELLY from Sandaime J Soul Brothers.
– As a child, he often cooked meals for his family in place of his mother.
– While attending university, he worked part-time in several restaurants, including a Chinese restaurant, an Italian restaurant, and an izakaya.
– He has said these part-time jobs helped him develop a passion for making people happy through food and inspired his desire to pursue entertainment.
– Before debuting, he also worked as a dispatcher.
– He acquired his dance skills by self-studying, observing and practicing on his own.
– He began dancing after graduating from university.
– He wanted to become a performer after watching his brother perform.
– On September 12, 2014, Likiya and Zin were announced as the leaders of THE RAMPAGE.
– He choreographed the group’s debut song, “Lightning,” and has continued to choreograph for many of their releases.
– He incorporates elements of Hip-Hop culture, such as the C-walk, into his choreography.
– Likiya made his acting debut in 2016 in the drama Night Hero NAOTO.
– On February 6, 2020, he debuted as a member of the Hip-Hop sub-unit MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE with the track “Determined”.
– He is the oldest member of THE RAMPAGE.
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Kamiya Kenta
Stage Name: Kenta (健太)
Birth Name: Kamiya Kenta (神谷 健太)
Position: Performer, Vocalist, Rapper
Birthday: May 27, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 170 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: AB
Instagram: @kenta.kamiya_
Kamiya Kenta Facts
-Kenta was born in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.
-He has been friends since childhood with Yonamine Rui, Yonashiro Sho (JO1), and model Ryucheru/Ryuchell.
-He and Rui, known as the “Haisai Duo,” were the first students from EXPG Okinawa to join LDH.
-He began attending EXPG Okinawa in 2010 and received a scholarship.
-He was inspired to start dancing after watching EXILE’s performances.
-After graduating high school, he immediately entered the entertainment industry, limiting his time with family.
-His childhood friend Rui remains one of his closest companions in the group.
-Kenta appeared in GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE’s “AGEHA” music video.
-In 2017, during THE RAMPAGE’s first solo tour, he and Fujiwara Itsuki launched a video segment called “The Two Who Can’t Talk” to improve their speaking skills.
-On February 6, 2020, he debuted as a member of the Hip-Hop sub-unit MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE with the song “Determined.”
-He is known to be a versatile dancer, with specialties in R&B dance, locking, and singing.
-Kenta was originally trained to be a vocalist.
-He has said that he would like to represent the group solo in the future, particularly through singing.
-Along with Rui and Yamashō, Kenta is part of the “Middle Managers” trio—the 1995-line known for guiding younger members and supporting older ones.
– He is described as mysterious, quiet, and free-spirited, with a unique and eccentric personality.
-His favorite artists are Michael Jackson and Chris Brown.
– His favorite movie is Grease, which frequently played in his home growing up.
YAMASHO
Stage Name: YAMASHO (ヤマショ)
Birth Name: Yamamoto Shogo (山本彰吾)
Position: Performer, Rapper
Birthday: October 6, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 165 cm (5’4″)
Blood Type: AB
Twitter: @yamachiho1006
Instagram: @rampage_yamasho1006
YAMASHO Facts
-Yamasho was born in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
-He shares the same first name as Iwaya Shogo, so his nickname “Yamasho” (ヤマショ) was given to him by Sekai during the EXILE Performer Battle Audition.
-He performed in musicals during elementary school.
-He began dancing after being inspired by EXILE’s performances.
-Yamasho did not attend EXPG due to the lack of nearby schools and is one of the few members who taught himself to dance.
-He has a background in stage choreography and is known to support Likiya in choreographing for THE RAMPAGE.
-He choreographed the dance for the group’s song “WELCOME 2 PARADISE.”
-He is responsible for planning the structure and composition of the group’s live performances.
-On February 6, 2020, he debuted as a member of the Hip-Hop sub-unit MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE with the song “Determined.”
-Yamasho appeared in GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE’s “AGEHA” music video.
-Along with Kenta and Rui, he is part of the “Middle Managers,” the 1995-line known for bridging younger and older members.
-Yoshino Hokuto jokingly calls him a “psychopath brain” due to his intense ideas and sharp insight, though also acknowledging his excellent communication skills.
-He is known to be mysterious, shy, and quiet around new people but has a mischievous side.
-According to himself, he is impatient and more comfortable as an indoor person.
-He is known for his strong graphic design and painting skills and once said he would like to design eco-bags and tote bags to raise awareness for global warming.
Shohei
Stage Name: Shohei (翔平)
Birth Name: Urakawa Shohei (浦川翔平)
Position: Performer, Rapper
Birthday: May 23, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 170 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: A
Twitter: @ura_river_
Instagram: @ura_river_official
Urakawa Shohei Facts
– Shohei was born in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.
– He has been dancing since he was 2. He began practicing dance and DJ-ing at an early age because of his dad.
– He did gymnastics when he was younger, so he’s often in charge of acrobatics.
– Shohei and Itsuki attended EXPG in Fukuoka together. They have known each other since grade 6 and are really close.
– He was a backup dancer for EXILE during their tours in 2009 and 2010.
– Shohei became a support member for GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE from 2011 to 2013.
– He appeared in multiple music videos for GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE.
– Shohei has also appeared in EXILE‘s music videos and in Juno Mak‘s “Waii.”
– He auditioned for EXILE Performer Battle Audition in 2013, made it to the finals but was not selected.
– His nickname is DJ Sho-hey.
– His specialty is DJ-ing.
– His hobbies are DJ-ing and fishing.
– His favorite dance style is New Jack Swing.
– Shohei is the mood maker of the group and is always making the other members laugh.
Takahide
Stage Name: Takahide (昂秀)
Birth Name: Suzuki Takahide (鈴木昂秀)
Position: Performer, Rapper
Birthday: October 3, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 180 cm (5’10″)
Blood Type: B
Sub-unit: MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE
Twitter: @Takahide_rmpg_
Openrec.tv: @takahideTV
Instagram: @rmpg_takahide_suzuki_official
Suzuki Takahide Facts
– He was born in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
– He has two older brothers, with whom he often fought during childhood.
– He began dancing as a child, heavily influenced by his dance teacher who frequently used Tyga’s music; Tyga remains one of his favorite artists.
– He met Ryu in 5th grade during a Gekidan EXILE audition, and the two became close friends, later attending EXPG Tokyo together.
– At age 14, he worked as a model for the Japanese magazine nicola.
– He debuted as a member of MA55IVE THE RAMPAGE on February 6, 2020, with the single “Determined.”
– He shares a close friendship with Kaisei and Ryu, and he and Ryu coined the ship name “RyuTaka” for themselves.
– In early April 2019, he was diagnosed with acute lymphadenitis, which caused him to miss several Wakayama tour shows; he returned to activities later that month.
– Known for his ever-changing and eccentric hairstyles, he contrasts this striking appearance with a calm and gentle demeanor in conversation.
– His favorite color is black, and he enjoys experimenting with unique hair colors.
– He specializes in hip-hop dance and contributes to songwriting, arranging, and video editing for the group.
– He is responsible for creating live performance setlists and editing opening videos for THE RAMPAGE.
– His aspiration is to compose music for MA55IVE and eventually work behind the scenes in music production.
– An avid player of Monster Hunter: World, he has achieved a high Hunter Rank.
– He launched his OPENREC gaming channel, “Takahide TV,” in January 2023.
– He accepted the lead role in the film Tada, Anata wo Rikai Shitai, forming close bonds with the cast during filming.
– Though not yet fluent, he revealed in early 2024 his intention to improve his English skills.
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