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Mitski Miyazaki, known simply as Mitski, has emerged as a trailblazing force, captivating audiences with her raw, emotive lyrics, and genre-defying sound. Hailing from Japan and raised in the United States, Mitsuki's musical journey is as diverse and compelling as the melodies that define her discography. Born on September 27, 1990, Mitsuki's early exposure to music was eclectic, shaped by her cross-cultural upbringing. She was born Mitsuki Laycock in Japan's Mie Prefecture, to an American father and a Japanese mother...

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