Sia

Sia: The Enigmatic Voice Behind Pop’s Most Powerful Anthems

🎤 Name, Age & Origins

Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, born on December 18, 1975, in Adelaide, South Australia, is an acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter, record producer, and music video director. Raised in a musically inclined family—her father, Phil Colson, was a musician, and her mother, Loene Furler, a singer and art lecturer—Sia was immersed in the arts from an early age. Her early musical influences included legends like Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and Sting. ​

🎶 Career Beginnings & Musical Evolution

Sia's musical journey commenced in the mid-1990s as a vocalist for the Adelaide-based acid jazz band Crisp. Following the band's dissolution in 1997, she released her debut solo album, OnlySee, which, despite limited commercial success, marked the beginning of her solo career. 

Seeking broader opportunities, Sia relocated to London, where she collaborated with the British duo Zero 7, contributing vocals to their albums and gaining recognition in the downtempo music scene. Her subsequent solo albums, Healing Is Difficult (2001) and Colour the Small One (2004), showcased her evolving artistry and included tracks like "Taken for Granted" and "Breathe Me," the latter gaining prominence after being featured in the series finale of HBO's Six Feet Under. ​

🌟 Breakthrough & Global Recognition

Sia's international breakthrough came with her sixth studio album, 1000 Forms of Fear (2014), which debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. The album's lead single, "Chandelier," became a global hit, known for its powerful vocals and the emotionally charged performance by dancer Maddie Ziegler in the accompanying music video. ​

Her seventh album, This Is Acting (2016), featured songs initially written for other artists, including hits like "Cheap Thrills," which became her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one single as a lead artist, and "The Greatest." 

🎧 Songwriting & Collaborations

Beyond her solo work, Sia is renowned for her songwriting prowess, having penned hits for numerous artists. Notable contributions include Rihanna's "Diamonds," Beyoncé's "Pretty Hurts," and David Guetta's "Titanium," on which she also provided vocals. ​

In 2018, she formed the supergroup LSD with British musician Labrinth and American DJ Diplo, releasing the collaborative album Labrinth, Sia & Diplo Present... LSD in 2019, featuring tracks like "Thunderclouds" and "Genius."

🎬 Film & Directorial Ventures

Sia expanded her creative repertoire by venturing into film direction with her debut feature, Music (2021), a musical drama she also co-wrote and scored. The film, starring Kate Hudson and Maddie Ziegler, received mixed reviews and sparked discussions regarding representation and casting choices. 

🧠 Personal Life & Advocacy

Sia has been candid about her personal struggles, including battles with addiction, mental health issues, and chronic pain conditions like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. In 2019, she adopted two teenage sons, and in 2020, she became a grandmother. She married Dan Bernard in May 2023. ​

In 2021, Sia revealed her diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, providing context to her unique approach to fame and performance, including her signature use of wigs and face-covering accessories to maintain privacy and manage the pressures of public life. ​

📀 Discography Highlights

Sia's extensive discography includes:​

• OnlySee (1997)​

• Healing Is Difficult (2001)​

• Colour the Small One (2004)​

• Some People Have Real Problems (2008)​

• We Are Born (2010)​

• 1000 Forms of Fear (2014)

• This Is Acting (2016)​

• Everyday Is Christmas (2017)​

• Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture (2021)​

• Reasonable Woman (2024) ​

🌐 Online Presence

• Official Website: siamusic.net

• YouTube: Sia

• Instagram: @siamusic

• Twitter: @Sia

Sia continues to influence the music industry with her distinctive voice, emotive songwriting, and commitment to authenticity, solidifying her status as a transformative figure in contemporary pop music.