Album: The Boy Who Knew Too Much by Mika (2009)
Genre: Pop | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Record Label: Universal Music
Format: Album

Description: The Boy Who Knew Too Much is the second studio album by singer Mika. It was released on 21 September 2009, under Casablanca Records in the United States and Polydor in the United Kingdom.

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Scissor Sisters, Take That, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Rock/Pop, Cheerful, 2000s, Album, Universal Music

Additional Context: Rating score: 8. Based on 2 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


The Boy Who Knew Too Much is the second studio album by singer Mika. It was released on 21 September 2009, under Casablanca Records in the United States and Polydor in the United Kingdom.

Album: Life in Cartoon Motion by Mika (2007)
Genre: Pop | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Format: Album

Description: Life in Cartoon Motion is the debut album released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was produced by Greg Wells and Mika himself, mixed by Wells, with co-production on two songs by Jodi Marr and John Merchant. The album was released via Island Records on 5 February 2007 in the United Kingdom, and via Casablanca Records on 27 March 2007 in the United States. The album's lead single, "Grace Kelly", stayed at number one on the UK Singles Chart for five weeks straight and became a number-one hit in many countries. The album debuted at #1 in the United Kingdom, selling 7.8 million copies worldwide since its release. The Life in Cartoon Motion album cover has since been used in a commercial for the iPod Touch. It was the ninth-best-selling album in the world during 2007.

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Scissor Sisters, Take That, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Rock/Pop, Cheerful, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Based on 2 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


Life in Cartoon Motion is the debut album released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was produced by Greg Wells and Mika himself, mixed by Wells, with co-production on two songs by Jodi Marr and John Merchant. The album was released via Island Records on 5 February 2007 in the United Kingdom, and via Casablanca Records on 27 March 2007 in the United States. The album's lead single, "Grace Kelly", stayed at number one on the UK Singles Chart for five weeks straight and became a number-one hit in many countries. The album debuted at #1 in the United Kingdom, selling 7.8 million copies worldwide since its release. The Life in Cartoon Motion album cover has since been used in a commercial for the iPod Touch. It was the ninth-best-selling album in the world during 2007.

"Que ta tête fleurisse toujours" showcases MIKA's signature pop exuberance, blending vibrant melodies with a rich tapestry of instrumentation. The album features buoyant tempos and cheerful energy, characterized by playful synths and bright brass arrangements that evoke a sense of joy. Tracks like "Apocalypse Calypso" and "Sweetie banana" highlight a tropical flair, while "C'est la vie" and "Touche Touche" deliver infectious hooks layered with lush harmonies. The production is polished yet warm, allowing the textures of piano, strings, and rhythmic percussion to shine through. Each song radiates a distinct charm, creating an uplifting atmosphere that invites listeners to dance and celebrate life’s simple pleasures.

Album: Que ta tête fleurisse toujours by MIKA (2023)
Genre: Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Cheerful, 2020s, Album


Album: My Name Is Michael Holbrook by MIKA (2019)
Genre: Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Record Label: Universal Music
Format: Album

Description: My Name Is Michael Holbrook is the fifth studio album by British singer Mika. It was released on 4 October 2019 through Casablanca and Republic Records. The album was promoted in North America with the Tiny Love Tiny Tour at small venues in New York, Montreal, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Mexico City. The album is also being supported by a worldwide tour, known as the Revelation Tour, which started in London on 10 November 2019 and extends into 2020, stopping at countries throughout Europe, as well as New Zealand, Australia, Japan and South Korea.

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Cheerful, 2010s, Album, Universal Music


My Name Is Michael Holbrook is the fifth studio album by British singer Mika. It was released on 4 October 2019 through Casablanca and Republic Records. The album was promoted in North America with the Tiny Love Tiny Tour at small venues in New York, Montreal, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Mexico City. The album is also being supported by a worldwide tour, known as the Revelation Tour, which started in London on 10 November 2019 and extends into 2020, stopping at countries throughout Europe, as well as New Zealand, Australia, Japan and South Korea.

Album: The Origin of Love by Mika (2012)
Genre: Pop | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Record Label: Universal Music
Format: Album

Description: The Origin of Love is the third studio album released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was released in France on 17 September 2012, and in the United Kingdom was released on 8 October 2012, via Casablanca Records and Barclay Records respectively. The album was preceded by an alternate lead single in each region. "Elle me dit" was first released in France, whereas "Celebrate" served as the first official single for the United Kingdom.

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Scissor Sisters, Take That, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Rock/Pop, Cheerful, 2010s, Album, Universal Music

Additional Context: Rating score: 7. Based on 2 votes


The Origin of Love is the third studio album released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was released in France on 17 September 2012, and in the United Kingdom was released on 8 October 2012, via Casablanca Records and Barclay Records respectively. The album was preceded by an alternate lead single in each region. "Elle me dit" was first released in France, whereas "Celebrate" served as the first official single for the United Kingdom.

Album: Songbook, Volume 1 by Mika (2013)
Genre: Pop | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Record Label: Universal Music
Format: Compilation

Description: Songbook Vol. 1 full title Songbook Vol. 1 - I più grandi successi is the first greatest hits compilation released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was released on November 18, 2013 in Italy, following Mika's appointment as a judge on the Italian version of The X Factor, and his number one single in the country, "Stardust", featuring Chiara. The new version of "Stardust", "Live Your Life" and a pop edited version of his ballad-oriented hit "Happy Ending" are exclusive to this release, and do not appear on any of Mika's other albums.

After debuting at number four on the Italian Albums Chart, Songbook Vol. 1 peaked at number two in Italy during its second week. The album was later certified double platinum by the Federation of the Italian Music Industry, denoting sales in excess of 120,000 units in Italy.

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Scissor Sisters, Take That, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Rock/Pop, Cheerful, 2010s, Compilation, Universal Music


Songbook Vol. 1 full title Songbook Vol. 1 - I più grandi successi is the first greatest hits compilation released by British singer-songwriter Mika. The album was released on November 18, 2013 in Italy, following Mika's appointment as a judge on the Italian version of The X Factor, and his number one single in the country, "Stardust", featuring Chiara. The new version of "Stardust", "Live Your Life" and a pop edited version of his ballad-oriented hit "Happy Ending" are exclusive to this release, and do not appear on any of Mika's other albums.

After debuting at number four on the Italian Albums Chart, Songbook Vol. 1 peaked at number two in Italy during its second week. The album was later certified double platinum by the Federation of the Italian Music Industry, denoting sales in excess of 120,000 units in Italy.

"No Place In Heaven" features a vibrant blend of pop and rock elements, characterized by bright, buoyant melodies and an upbeat tempo. The production is polished, with layered instrumentation that includes punchy drums, shimmering synths, and rich piano lines, creating a lush soundscape. Tracks like "Talk About You" and "Staring At the Sun" showcase infectious hooks and a cheerful energy, while songs such as "Good Guys" and "Ordinary Man" introduce a more introspective tone without losing the overall brightness. The album's distinctive quality lies in its dynamic contrasts, seamlessly shifting between euphoric anthems and reflective ballads, all wrapped in a glossy, radio-ready finish that invites repeated listens.

Album: No Place In Heaven by Mika (2015)
Genre: Pop | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Cheerful
Record Label: Universal Music
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Scissor Sisters, Take That, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Pop, Rock/Pop, Cheerful, 2010s, Album, Universal Music

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"Hyperlove" presents a vibrant pop soundscape characterized by lush, layered production and an eclectic mix of instrumentation. The album features upbeat tempos and energetic rhythms, creating an infectious sense of joy throughout. Tracks like "Hyperlove" and "Spinning Out" are driven by pulsating synths and catchy hooks, while "Excuses For Love" and "Nicotine" introduce a more introspective vibe with their melodic richness. Interludes such as "Everything's Beautiful" provide a moment of respite, showcasing delicate textures and atmospheric sound design. The use of contrasting dynamics and playful arrangements in songs like "Science Fiction Lover" and "Take Your Problems With You" highlights MIKA's knack for blending whimsy with emotional depth, making the album a distinctive addition to the pop genre.

Album: Hyperlove by MIKA (2026)
Genre: pop
Record Label: Republic Records
Format: Digital Media

Artist Background: Mika ( born Michael Holbrook Penniman, Jr.; 18 August 1983) is a British singer-songwriter. After recording his first extended play, Dodgy Holiday EP, Mika released his first full-length studio album, Life in Cartoon Motion, on Island Records in 2007. Life in Cartoon Motion sold more than 5.6 million copies worldwide and helped Mika win a Brit Award-winning Best British Breakthrough act, and receive a Grammy Award nomination. In 2006, Mika started up his company, Dodgy Holiday Tours Limited. ... Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the London, England music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Pop movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: pop, 2020s, Digital Media, Republic Records


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