# Taka Perry on Japanese Music and KATSEYE

> Producer Taka Perry explains how Japanese music appeals to global audiences through KATSEYE's hit 'Touch'.
- Title: Taka Perry on Japanese Music and KATSEYE · Billboard
- Summary: Producer Taka Perry explains how Japanese music appeals to global audiences through KATSEYE's hit 'Touch'. Music producer Taka Perry, who wrote and produced…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/taka-perry-unbound-japan-interview-katseye-mazzel-producer-1236369084
- Author: Billboard Japan
- Published: 2026-10-27T18:49:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: taka perry, katseye, mazzel, japanese music, music production, australia, japan, hybe, newjeans, k-pop
## Taka Perry's background
Taka Perry was born in Canberra, Australia, to an American father and Japanese mother.
## Early music career
He started teaching himself guitar in junior high and formed bands covering red hot chilli peppers and nirvana.
## Move to Japan
Perry began working in Japan around 2019, 20 after gaining experience in Australia.
## KATSEYE's 'Touch'
Perry produced KATSEYE's 'Touch', which became a massive hit worldwide in 2024.
## Challenges in Japan
Perry faced difficulties adapting his Australian career to the Japanese music industry.
## Ruel's 'Younger'
Perry co-produced Ruel's 'Younger', which won an australian award and was certified multi-platinum.
## Global appeal of Japanese music
Perry says japanese music has complex lyrics and key changes that appeal to global listeners.
## Advice for international work
Perry advises going to the country where you want to work to build real connections.
## Future goals
Perry wants to help japanese music reach more global audiences through collaborations.
## Key takeaway

Music producer Taka Perry, who wrote and produced KATSEYE's 'Touch', discusses Japanese music's global appeal and his career journey from Australia to Japan.