坂本九

坂本九 (Sakamoto Kyu) was a singer, actor, TV personality, and host from Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. His nickname was Kyu-chan. He debuted in 1959 with 『題名のない唄だけど』 and released songs including 『上を向いて歩こう』, while also working widely in film, on stage, and as a television host. He died in an accident in August 1985. His genres included kayokyoku and pop.