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Miwa Watabiki (綿引 美和, Watabiki Miwa; born January 13, 1968), better known by her stage name Chara (ちゃら), is a Japanese singer, actress and video jockey. She debuted in 1991 with the single Heaven. She is known for her song "Swallowtail Butterfly (Ai no Uta)", the theme song for the 1996 Shunji Iwai film Swallowtail Butterfly in which she starred, her 1997 hit single "Yasashii Kimochi", and her collaboration with Judy and Mary vocalist Yuki, "Ai no Hi Mittsu Orange". Chara later formed a band with Yuki, called Mean Machine.

Quick facts about Chara

  • Full name: Chara
  • Born: 1968-01-13
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q289752

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Chara?

Miwa Watabiki (綿引 美和, Watabiki Miwa; born January 13, 1968), better known by her stage name Chara (ちゃら), is a Japanese singer, actress and video jockey.

What nationality is Chara?

Chara is Japan.

When was Chara born?

Chara was born on 1968-01-13.

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