ToyahToyah (born Toyah Willcox) is an iconic English singer, songwriter, and actress who became a defining, flamboyant figure of the new wave and post-punk eras. Emerging from Birmingham, she simultaneously built a successful acting career while fronting her eponymous band, Toyah. She achieved massive commercial success in 1981 with the multi-platinum live album Toyah! Toyah! Toyah! and the studio record Anthem. The latter spawned her signature, top-ten hits “It’s a Mystery” and “I Want to Be Free”. Known for her striking, colorful hair and energetic stage presence, she remains a prolific, enduring force in British entertainment.