So much love for this thread
I agree with everything that was said here but I would like to add that the main reason why I love and respect Ayu is because she helped me accept myself through her lyrics and image. I grew up in a world where the conventional looks/ideas/norms meant you were somebody. However, I listened to Ayu's music and saw how she looked and was amazed at her uniqueness. And seeing how so many people around the world called her beautiful and wanted to be like her gave me hope for myself. And if I got to meet her, I would personally thank her for that.