Pop icon Elle Teresa embodies a new kind of "kawaii" hip-hop.
With a unique and addictive voice and distinctive flow, lyrics that hint at a sharp, playful vibe, and looks and fashion sense that are unlike anything Japanese, she's a globally acclaimed new generation female MC.
Born in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture in 1997, she was discovered by artist Yuskey Carter and began her career as a rapper.
Her first mixtape, "Ignorant Tape," released in April 2016, garnered significant attention and led to her being selected as one of street fashion magazine WOOFIN's 2016 Freshmen. Her second mixtape, "PINK TRAP," released in February 2017, established her trap-focused style and became a street hit.
The music video for the track "Baby Tell Me Now" was picked up by the long-established US video site "World Star Hip Hop," and she received high praise overseas. She released her debut album, "KAWAII BUBBLY LOVELY," in March 2018. Her lead single, "ZOMBITCH," featured Atlanta-based up-and-coming female MC Bali Baby, shocking the scene with its cutting-edge trap sound. Then, in July 2019, she released her second album, "KAWAII BUBBLY LOVERY II," containing 16 tracks. In addition to the dirty energy of her previous album, the album features reggae and mellow vocals, allowing you to enjoy a more diverse version of Elle Teresa's world.
Her uniquely Japanese style and cute looks, showcased on stage and in her music videos, have garnered attention, and she has been featured in numerous culture and fashion magazines, garnering attention as a pop icon who embodies the genre. She made her major debut on July 7, 2021 with her major debut song "Bby girlll" on Avex Trax.