Troye Sivan is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actor who first gained attention performing at local telethons and talent competitions...
Troye Sivan is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actor who first gained attention performing at local telethons and talent competitions in Perth before expanding his reach through YouTube, where his music and personality attracted a global audience. His professional music career began with the release of his debut EP, TRXYE, in 2014, which debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single “Happy Little Pill”. This early success was followed by the EP Wild in 2015, which introduced themes of love, identity, and self-discovery that would become central to his work.
Sivan’s debut album, Blue Neighbourhood (2015), explored queer love and adolescence, resonating with listeners worldwide and producing singles like “Youth” that charted internationally. His second album, Bloom (2018), marked a confident embrace of his queer identity, with tracks such as “My My My!” and a collaboration with Ariana Grande, “Dance to This,” earning critical acclaim for their infectious pop sound and emotional depth.
Continuing to evolve, Sivan released the EP In a Dream in 2020, delving into personal themes of heartbreak and growth. In 2023, he released his third studio album, Something to Give Each Other, which showcased a more mature and dance-oriented sound, blending pop, synth-pop, house, and R&B influences. The album was praised for its celebration of sensuality, community, and queer joy, with singles like “Rush” and “Got Me Started” achieving global chart success and earning major award nominations and wins, including Album of the Year at the ARIA Music Awards.
Throughout his career, Sivan has been recognized for his honest lyricism, genre-blending production, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream music. He continues to influence pop culture through his music, acting, and creative ventures, maintaining a dedicated international following.