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My Take
Nana Kitade is one of those artists who makes you realize the word "singer-songwriter" undersells some people — she's also credited as a poet and author, which tells you her relationship with language goes way deeper than your average pop act. Born in Sapporo in 1987, she grew up in a city where winters give you a lot of quiet time to sit with your thoughts, and that interiority really comes through in how she works. The mid-2000s Japanese rock and alternative scene was a crowded place, but she carved out her own corner with a voice that felt personal rather than polished-for-radio. I find artists who commit to the written word alongside their music genuinely interesting; it suggests they're not just looking for a melody hook but trying to say something that sticks around after the song ends.
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Overview
Nana Kitade is a Japanese singer-songwriter, poet, and author born on May 2, 1987, in Sapporo, Hokkaido. She is recognized not only as a vocalist but also as a lyricist and writer, with her work spanning music and literary expression. Her official discography has been associated with Sony Music Japan. Beyond music, she is credited as a poet and author, reflecting a career built around language and personal expression.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Nana Kitade
- Name (Japanese)
- 北出菜奈
- Reading
- きたで なな
- Born
- May 2, 1987 (age 39)
- Origin
- Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
- Occupation
- Singer-songwriter / Singer / Poet / Author / Recording artist
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Taurus / Rabbit
2. Works & records
Works summary
- Works
- 28 (2003–2020)
- By year
- 2003: 2, 2004: 3, 2005: 4, 2006: 5, 2007: 2, 2008: 4, 2009: 2, 2013: 1, 2014: 2, 2017: 1, 2018: 1, 2020: 1
- Debut work
- Kesenai Tsumi
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Discography | VIRGIN FIELD | 2014 |
| Discography | LIGHTNING MACHINE | 2014 |
| Discography | PERFECTLY DIRTY | 2013 |
| Contributing work | We Love Cyndi-Tribute to Cyndi Lauper- | 2008 |
| Contributing work | 14プリンセス 〜PRINCESS PRINCESS CHILDREN〜 | 2006 |
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
Only publicly available facts are listed; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. Base data was compiled from Wikidata from June 2026 onward; ages are recalculated daily and deaths are checked against Wikidata on an ongoing basis. Works and profile fields sourced from Wikipedia reflect content as of 2026-08-26. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Nana Kitade born?
Nana Kitade was born on May 2, 1987 and is 39 years old.
Where is Nana Kitade from?
Nana Kitade is from Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.
What does Nana Kitade do?
Nana Kitade works as Singer-songwriter, Singer, Poet, Author, Recording artist.
What is Nana Kitade known for?
Nana Kitade's notable works include VIRGIN FIELD, LIGHTNING MACHINE, PERFECTLY DIRTY.
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