BIOGRAPHY
Kim Petras is a German singer and songwriter born on August 27, 1992, in Cologne. She initially gained international attention for her journey as a young transgender person, a transition she started in her childhood and that was widely covered in Germany. At the heart of her musical career, Kim Petras stands out mainly in the pop and electropop genres with influences from disco and 80s and 90s pop.
She began independently publishing her music in 2017 with her first single "I Don't Want It at All," which quickly topped the charts on Spotify. This success was followed by other popular singles such as "Heart to Break" and "Feeling of Falling" (with Cheat Codes). Kim Petras also gained notice with her "Turn Off the Light" project, where she explores darker and electro-pop themes, inspired notably by Halloween.
Kim Petras has collaborated with various influencer artists, including Charli XCX, and has continued to gain popularity, establishing herself as an influential figure in the LGBTQ+ community as well as in the wider music industry. In 2021, she made headlines with her collaboration with Sam Smith on the single "Unholy," which achieved global success.
Her musical style is notable for its bold and experimental approach to pop, blending nostalgic sounds with contemporary elements. Her work and public image have earned her a large fanbase and critical acclaim, with praise for her artistic autonomy and positive impact on the visibility of transgender artists in mainstream pop music.