Valerie Broussard (born 10 February 1991;[1] (/væləri bruˈsɑːrd/) is an American singer and songwriter. Her works, in collaboration with other artists, have appeared in theme tunes for television shows. She released the single "Sideways" in collaboration with Illenium which became a top ten hit on the Billboard Hot Dance / Electronic chart in May 2021.
Valerie Broussard | |
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| Born | February 10, 1991 Philadelphia |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Music Production |
| Known for | Think About You, Awaken, Drive, Sideways |
| Notable work | Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood, Paint It Black, |
Biography
editValerie Broussard was born and raised in Philadelphia, regularly performing in theatre.[2] She moved to London aged 18,[3] and became interested in classical opera before beginning songwriting.[2] One of her early influences was Goo Goo Dolls' "Iris", particularly its music video, which she later covered with her own video. She has since collaborated with the group, singing on "Money, Fame & Fortune" on the album Miracle Pill.[4]
Several of her songs have appeared as theme music for TV shows, including Luther, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Riverdale. Her cover of "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood", originally released in November 2019, was used as the theme for the Alibi (and later BBC One) show Traces.[3] She has also collaborated with DJ and producer Kygo, singing on his compositions "Think About You" and "The Truth", and with Ray Chen on the track "Awaken", used in the 2019 release of League of Legends.[4]
In 2019, she was signed to Palm Tree Records and RCA Records, and collaborated with Lindsey Stirling on the song "Deeper".[2] In May 2021, she released the single "Sideways" in collaboration with Illenium, about a friend facing mental health difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic. It became a top ten hit on the Billboard Hot Dance / Electronic chart.[4] Her cover of "Iris" includes a video that acknowledges the original, changing themes from being locked in a tower to looking at the world from a spaceship. She has said, "I wanted to give an homage to theirs."[4] She released her debut EP, Voyager that summer, with an accompanying single, "Drive".[4][5]
Charts
editReferences
edit- ^ "Springfield native to perform for governor". January 19, 2015.
- ^ a b c "How "Think About You" Singer Valerie Broussard Learned To Enjoy Her Success, Not Focus On Her Flaws". Bustle. April 18, 2019. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
- ^ a b "Traces theme song: Explore the artist, songs and soundtrack of BBC Crime Drama". HITC. January 5, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e "Bringin' It Backwards : Interview with Valeria Broussard". American Songwriter. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ "Review: Valerie Broussard releases refreshing single 'Drive'". Digital Journal. September 11, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ LeBeau, Brad (October 21, 2019). "Valerie Broussard + Galantis' 'Roots' Jumps Into #25* Spot on Billboard's Dance Chart". Pro Motion Music News. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
- ^ "Illenium, Valerie Broussard & Nurko Score Top 10 Debut on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs Chart With 'Sideways'". Billboard. Retrieved August 21, 2021.