Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Who is Kyary Pamyu Pamyu?

Kiriko Takemura, better known by her stage names Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Kyary or her full stage-associated name Caroline Charonplop Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, is a Japanese model, blogger and recording artist associated with the Harajuku district of Tokyo. Though most of her success as a recording artist has been centralized in Asian countries, Pamyu has been dubbed the "J-Pop Princess", "Queen of J-Pop" or "Harajuku Pop Princess" as recognition of her popularity and widespread influence spreading to western areas. Her public image is notably affiliated with Kawaisa and Decora culture that has been compared to some of her inspirations including Lady Gaga and Katy Perry.

Beginning as a fashion blogger and model, Pamyu decided to go forth in a music-oriented career. Pamyu's first single, "PonPonPon," was a viral hit worldwide, scoring over fifty million views on YouTube. Known as her signature song, it peaked on Japan's top ten, and had unexpectedly large success around the world. After this, Pamyu released less successful follow-up singles, including "Candy Candy" and "Fashion Monster," and eventually released her full-length studio album titled "Pamyu Pamyu Revolution". Pamyu continued to release singles like "Ninjya Re Bang Bang" and "Invader Invader." In June 2013, she released her second album Nanda Collection.