Mika Nakashima (中島美嘉, Nakashima Mika) is a Japanese
pop /
pop rock /
jazz singer and
actress from Hioki, Kagoshima, Japan. Born on February 19, 1983, she is known for her expressive vocals and her ability to blend
pop,
rock,
blues, and
jazz influences into a distinctive cinematic style. Nakashima began pursuing a musical career at a young age, choosing to focus on singing rather than continuing formal education. In 2001, she was selected from approximately 3,000 auditionees to star in the Fuji TV drama Kizudarake no Love Song (傷だらけのラブソング, “Scarred Love Song”), marking her acting de…
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