Pink Lady (duo) facts for kids

Pink Lady (ピンク・レディー, Pinku Redī) was a super popular Japanese pop music duo from the late 1970s and early 1980s. The group had two talented members: Mie (whose real name is Mitsuyo Nemoto, born March 9, 1958) and Keiko Masuda (who used to be known as Kei, born September 2, 1957). They are famous in Japan for having many hit songs that topped the music charts between 1976 and 1979. In the United States, people might remember them from their TV show called Pink Lady (or Pink Lady and Jeff on DVD) that aired on NBC in 1980.

Who Are Pink Lady?

Pink Lady was a female pop duo from Japan. They became very famous for their catchy songs and fun performances. Mie and Keiko were the two singers who made up the group. They started making music together in 1976.

Their Amazing Success

Pink Lady achieved incredible success, not just in Japan but also internationally. They were one of the biggest music acts of their time. Their songs were often upbeat and perfect for dancing.

Breaking Records

Pink Lady is one of only two Japanese music groups to ever reach the Billboard Top 40 in the United States. Their song "Kiss in the Dark" reached number 37 on the charts! The only other Japanese artist to do this was Kyu Sakamoto with his song "Sukiyaki". Pink Lady also made history by being the first Japanese group to perform in Seoul, South Korea, in November 1980.

How Successful Were They?

Pink Lady earned a lot of money from their music and appearances. In June 1979, Billboard magazine reported that the duo had made over $72 million from sales in Japan. By September 1980, their singles had earned over $40 million, and their albums brought in more than $25 million. They also made nearly $35 million from TV shows, commercials, and product endorsements. This means their total earnings were over $100 million!