Bay Area native recording artist and songwriter, thủy (pronounced “twee”), is making a unique mark in today’s pop R&B scene. Influenced by her Vietnamese heritage and inspired by early 2000s pop and R&B icons like Britney Spears, Brandy, and Mariah Carey, thủy brings a fresh, modern sound to the genre. Her music, known for its angelic vocals and skillful songwriting, aims to empower and give voice to those who feel unseen.
In 2021, thủy debuted with her EP i hope u see this, featuring the breakout single “universe.” The following year, she released her sophomore EP, girls like me don’t cry, which became a viral sensation and launched her into global recognition. The single amassed over 10 million TikTok videos, 2 billion YouTube Shorts views, and 30 million YouTube views, earning it a spot among TikTok’s Top 10 Global Songs of 2023.
With over 650 million streams to date, thủy’s rise continues. She was named People Magazine’s #1 Emerging Artist to Watch in 2022 and earned a place on Vevo DSCVR’s 2023 Artist to Watch list. Featured in top publications like Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Harper’s Bazaar, she has also collaborated with major brands such as Google, Samsung, and PUMA.
In 2023, thủy made history as the first Vietnamese American artist on Coachella’s official bill. Her upcoming project, wings (set for release in fall 2024), promises to further elevate her as a powerhouse in pop culture, cementing her place in the global music scene.