Vocaloid producer Rulmry. has released a remix of pianist Noriko Kose's "Still I Miss You" following a victory in a high-profile sampling contest. The track launched on May 27 through a competition organized by Nujabes' label Tribe, Hypebeast, and SURF Music.

The original "Still I Miss You" holds special significance in hip-hop history. Kose's 2000 composition "I Miss You" became world-famous as the sample source for Nujabes' beloved track "Reflection Eternal." Kose's recent version was an instrumental piano homage to her own work, creating a touching full circle within the producer's catalog.

Rulmry.'s winning remix preserves the delicate emotionality of Kose's piano work while introducing fresh beats and atmospheric textures. The producer drew inspiration directly from Nujabes' production philosophy, incorporating his signature warm, organic sound alongside ethnic musical elements. Rulmry. explained the creative approach: "I wove together the late Nujabes' beat sensibility, ethnic atmosphere, and track warmth with my own artistic signature. I used modern DAW technology to reinterpret the original in ways that wouldn't have been possible before."

The result sits at the intersection of hip-hop and downtempo aesthetics, layering worldly sonic textures over contemporary production. Rather than overshadowing Kose's original, the remix frames it through Nujabes' influential sonic DNA—a fitting tribute given how deeply connected these artists are through sampling and artistic lineage.

The contest itself reflects the lasting impact of Nujabes, the Tokyo-based producer who passed away in 2010. His legacy continues inspiring new generations of producers to explore jazz-inflected hip-hop and atmospheric production. This remix contest provided an opportunity for producers like Rulmry. to directly engage with that influence while adding their own voice to the conversation.

Rulmry.'s remix is available now on streaming platforms.