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Crystal Kay

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Crystal Kay
Background information
Birth nameCrystal Kay Williams
Born (1986-02-26) February 26, 1986 (age 40)
Japan Yokohama, Japan
GenresR&B, Japanese Pop
Occupation(s)
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1999-present
LabelsSony Music Entertainment Japan
WebsiteOfficial Website

Crystal Kay Williams (born 26 February 1986 in Yokohama, Japan) is a Japanese-born singer, songwriter, actress and radio host. She is also known as "Kuri" by her fans. She is well known for her songs "Koi ni Ochitara" and "Boyfriend -part II-". As of April 2021, she has released thirteen albums.

Born and raised in Yokohama to an African-American father and a Japanese mother of Korean descent,[1] Crystal Kay speaks English and Japanese fluently and records music in both languages.[2] In 2003 she released an English compilation album called Natural: World Premiere Album. She started singing on television commercials when she was four years old. When she was twelve she was signed to Epic Records. Kay's first album C.L.L Crystal Lover Light was released on March 23, 2000 when Kay was fourteen.

  • 2000: C.L.L Crystal Lover Light
  • 2001: 637 -Always and Forever-
  • 2002: Almost Seventeen
  • 2003: 4 Real
  • 2005: Crystal Style
  • 2006: Call me Miss...
  • 2007: All Yours
  • 2008: Color Change!
  • 2010: Spin the Music
  • 2012: Vivid
  • 2015: Shine
  • 2018: For You
  • 2021: I Sing


References

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  1. Poole, Robert Michael (2009-10-16). "Crystal Kay is having a ball". The Japan Times. Retrieved 2025-11-08.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. "Genius Japan – [INTERVIEW] Harmony in Diversity: Crystal Kay's 25-Year Journey, Musical Legacy, and Trailblazing Impact on Japan's Entertainment Scene". Genius. Retrieved 2025-11-08.