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Sophie (musician)

Sophie Xeon, known mononymously as Sophie and stylised as SOPHIE, was a British music producer, songwriter, singer, and DJ.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Sophie Xeon, known mononymously as SOPHIE, was a British music producer, songwriter, and DJ who pioneered the hyperpop genre with her experimental electronic pop sound.

Who she was

Born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1986, Sophie Xeon initially worked anonymously before publicly coming out as transgender in 2017. She was a key figure in electronic and pop music, known for blending synthetic textures with pop melodies.

Key achievements

Sophie's debut studio album *Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides* earned a Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album. She also collaborated with artists like Charli XCX and Madonna, and her tracks "Bipp" and "Lemonade" became underground hits.

Death and legacy

Sophie died on 30 January 2021 in Athens, Greece, after an accidental fall. Her influence endures in hyperpop and experimental pop, shaping the sound of contemporary electronic music globally, including in Canada.

In short

  • Sophie was a British electronic music pioneer credited with creating hyperpop.
  • Her album *Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides* was Grammy-nominated.
  • She came out as transgender in 2017 and died in 2021.
  • Her work continues to influence pop and electronic artists worldwide.
Canadian angle

Sophie’s influence is relevant to Canadian readers through her impact on global pop and electronic music scenes, including artists and producers associated with hyperpop and experimental pop in Canada.

Quick questions

Who was Sophie?
Sophie Xeon was a British music producer, songwriter, singer, and DJ known for experimental electronic pop and hyperpop.
What was Sophie best known for?
She was best known for pioneering hyperpop and for her distinctive, highly synthetic production style.
Was Sophie transgender?
Yes. She publicly came out as transgender in 2017.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophie_(musician)
    Supports: Birth name, dates, origin, occupations, style, transgender identity, Grammy nomination, and death details.
  2. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/sep/20/sophie-posthumous-album-interview
    Supports: Sophie’s posthumous legacy, influence, and status as an innovative producer.
  3. NME — https://www.nme.com/features/sophie-obituary-tribute-2868555
    Supports: Her role in PC Music, hyperpop influence, and overall musical legacy.
  4. Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sophie/904687727
    Supports: Artist profile, origin, death date, and broad influence on pop music.