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A Japanese alternative rock band known for their experimental sound, darkly humorous lyrics, and distinctive visual aesthetic.Formed in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, in 2007 by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Noko. The band gained significant attention, both for their unique music blending pop melodies with noise rock and electronic elements, and for controversial incidents. They achieved mainstream success contributing music to the anime 'Attack on Titan'.

• The band's name roughly translates to 'Divine Please Notice Me' or 'Divine Please Pamper Me', reflecting themes of loneliness, societal alienation, and a desire for connection often present in their lyrics.
• In 2011, the band faced major controversy when NHK banned their song "Ruru's Suicide Show on a Livestream" after it was linked to a real-life murder case in Zama, Kanagawa Prefecture. This event significantly impacted their public perception.
• Founding member Noko is the primary creative force, known for his distinctive high-pitched vocals, keyboard playing, and often wearing a mask or face paint during performances. The band's lineup has fluctuated over the years.
• Despite early controversy, they achieved widespread recognition for providing the ending theme song "great escape" for the immensely popular anime series "Attack on Titan" (Season 1 Part 2).
• Their music often juxtaposes catchy, almost childlike melodies with disturbing, surreal, or dark lyrical content exploring mental health, internet culture, and societal pressures.