Jasmine You (March 8, 1979[citation needed] – August 9, 2009) was a Japanese musician, best known as original bassist of the symphonic power metal band Versailles.
Jasmine You, then known as Yuu, entered the visual kei music scene in 1998 after joining Jakura, who managed to become somewhat successful before disbanding in 2003.
In the indies days Jasmine was in charge of the business side of the band, having a lot of contacts with other musicians, shops and companies.
On August 3, 2009, it was announced that Jasmine You would temporarily suspend all musical activities, due to unknown circumstances regarding his health, in order to recover.
[4] Fans in the United States held four memorial vigils throughout the country for Jasmine You on August 22, 2009; in New York, California, Washington and Texas.
[8] Versailles' 2011 album, Holy Grail, features the songs "Remember Forever" and "Faith & Decision" which are dedicated to Jasmine You.