Sia Furler

Sia Kate Isobelle Furler (born December 18, 1975) is an Australian singer-songwriter and music producer who rose to international prominence in the 2010s despite her deliberate avoidance of mainstream celebrity culture. Born in Adelaide, South Australia, she began her music career in the mid-1990s as the lead singer of the zero-gravity jazz funk band Zero 7 before establishing herself as a successful songwriter and producer. Her breakthrough came with collaborations on major hits like Rihanna's 'We Found Love' and Beyoncé's 'Pretty Hurts,' showcasing her exceptional songwriting prowess. As a solo artist, Sia achieved massive commercial success with her 2014 album '1000 Forms of Fear,' which spawned the viral hit 'Chandelier.' Known for her distinctive creative choice to perform with her back to the audience or her face obscured by long blonde hair, Sia has become an icon of artistic integrity in the music industry. Her refusal to engage in traditional celebrity promotion while maintaining chart-topping success has redefined how modern artists can navigate fame.