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Clairo is an American singer-songwriter and producer from Boston, Massachusetts. She first gained attention with her single "Pretty Girl" in 2017 and has since released several charting singles, including "Bags", "Sofia", and "North". Clairo's style of music blends elements of synth-pop, bedroom pop, and alternative R&B.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Clairo is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On August 18, 1998, Claire Cottrill was born in Carlisle, Massachusetts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Begins Posting Videos on YouTube</div><div class='timeline-text'>Clairo began posting videos on her YouTube channel, posting covers of popular songs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut Single "Pretty Girl" is Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 19, Clairo released her debut single "Pretty Girl" which gained traction on Spotify and Apple Music.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs with Fader Label</div><div class='timeline-text'>Clairo signed to Fader Label and released her debut EP, diary 001.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Headlines US Tour</div><div class='timeline-text'>Clairo headlined a US tour, performing songs from diary 001 to sold out venues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Sophomore Album Immunity</div><div class='timeline-text'>On August 2, 2020, Clairo released her sophomore album Immunity to critical acclaim.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Performs at 2021 Grammys</div><div class='timeline-text'>Clairo performed “Sofia” at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, becoming the youngest ever artist to perform at the ceremony.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Her Creative Music</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Clairo is a creative singer who blends together different musical styles and creates her own unique sound. She has a great ear for melodic hooks and catchy rhythms, and her music is always fresh and innovative.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Her Passionate Lyrics</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Clairo's lyrics are passionate and heartfelt. She writes from personal experience and often tackles issues such as anxiety, self-love, and relationships. Her lyrics are honest and inspiring, connecting with listeners on an emotional level.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Her Confidence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Clairo is one of the most confident and self-assured musicians in the industry today. She stands up for herself and what she believes in, never backing down to anyone or anything. Clairo's confidence is inspiring to many and serves as a source of motivation.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Out On YouTube</h3><p class='facts-text'>Clairo started out by creating music videos and uploading them to YouTube in her teens. She gained recognition from her song Pretty Girl which went viral and was viewed over 40 million times.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Diagnosed With Lyme Disease</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Clairo was diagnosed with Lyme disease, an illness that can cause fatigue, joint pain, and neurological issues. Despite this, she continued to write and produce music while managing her health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Artist to Play Coachella</h3><p class='facts-text'>Clairo became the first artist to ever play the Coachella festival before releasing a full album when she appeared in 2019.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Has Her Own Label</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2020, Clairo founded her own record label called ‘FADER Label’. It focuses on helping emerging artists find their voice in the music industry.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Worked With Charli XCX</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2018, Clairo worked with Charli XCX on the song ‘Unlock It’ which was featured on Charli's Pop 2 mixtape.</p></div></div>
Clairo, an American pop singer, was born on August 18, 1998 and is currently 25 years old. She is best known for her unique lo-fi sound and her breakout single "Pretty Girl," which went viral on YouTube and ultimately propelled her into mainstream success.
