Meet Kimbra: Uncovering the story behind the artist

Kimbra shares her experience making "Somebody That I Used to Know," unpacks how she found her niche making pop music that falls 'left of center,' discusses the genres she turns to for inspiration, and offers her take on women in the music industry. If you're inspired by her perspective, consider signing up for her full online course, available exclusively through Soundfly.

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[nathanpetronzio]

Imagine both winning the Grammy for ROTY and Prince saying he loves your song within the same 10 second window. That’s peaking at an unreal level.

[MedalionDS]

Kimbra's first solo record was great, can't believe she didn't blow up bigger

[oxouk]

After the Gotye song came out I went done this Kimbra rabbit hole. I listened to everything she did, watched every video I could find. I liked how diverse her style was and how she used her voice for mimicking instruments. That's something that I used to do in the early 90's with a microphone plugged into a delay and flange pedal whilst adjusting the pitch and rate of delay. My voice ended up sounding like a synth. Her creativity is inspiring, she also seems very down to earth which I love.

[alienteknology]

What a lovely person she is we need more artists like her. We need more Kimbras, Bjorks, Grimes, Aurora & Hania Rani.

[Bloodworia]

She is a musician in a world of performers.

[Squidink]

Been following Kimbra for years. Love her, and love this little minidoc.

[WishboneWoody]

She seems so confident and self empowered. 👏

[elishagreymusic]

When she started talking about women in the industry, I really felt that. When I was in audio editing classes in university there was always some men (at the same level as me) shooting down my ideas or being belittling about my limited technical vocabulary, despite the fact we were in an entry-level class. I started teaching myself to produce my own music so that I wouldn't have to create music in an environment that was pretentious. We are all just trying to make songs and have a good time and work hard.

Also, I love Kimbra, Settle Down is one of my favorite songs ever! I didnt know she was the voice in Used to Know until this vid :)

[bluepacificsurf]

Kimbra is such a natural, not just as a singer, but in front of the cameras she just shines !!

[whatthus]

being masterful at what you do and being a nice person at the same time - love that

[especialexpression]

Kimbra's career is fine. People often feel bad or dog on artists when they dont become world mega stars. She, like Gotye, are winning because they're wealthy, get to make music they truly want, and don't get bombared when they walk outside. I'd say that's the way to go.

[rickbyce]

You my dear are one of a kind. Such a wonderful, beautiful sound that comes from your heart and soul.

[davegarski]

Absolutely fell in love with "Vows". Such a fantastic sounding album, especially loud in my car!

[Ministryofwhatnot]

I loved her first album! Reminds me of 2012. A hard and transitional time in my life. She was there with me all the time! I love you Kimbra!!!!

[sqdr]

She looks amazing. Nice to see the industry has not destroyed her. She's so grounded. Amazing song.

[aresaurelian]

I love Kimbra. She is interesting. Her music is a journey of exploration using voice, style, and a sense of vision. Thank you @Kimbra.

[Bravelonelypeople]

I've love that you can hear the LA in her accent. She's lovely, I've been a fan for awhile and I love her

[briannovak]

She’s like an angel… pretty sure she hasn’t blown up because she didn’t sell her soul… and hey… this is just my belief so just think before you criticize lol cheers 🍻

[DJXUUUX]

She deserves her flowers, her music is BOMB! I slept on her for too long. Just listened to her first EP today, I’m digging into her work and I wish her continued success!

[antonioacevedo]

I was very moved by the shear emotion this gorgeous young lady showed when she learned that she had won the Oscar with Gotye. I was very happy for her. That is what life is all about.