• February 2, 1996
• Singer-songwriter Remi Wolf was born in Palo Alto, California to a Sicilian mother and a Russian-Persian father. Her music isn't confined to one genre - it blends elements of soul, pop, funk, and even bedroom pop.
• Wolf wasn't always belting out tunes. She was a competitive skier in her youth, twice representing the US at the Junior Olympics.
• Wolf split her time between training and playing in various school bands, including an a cappella girl group called Citrus. "A real middle-school name," she told Triple J. "We sang in harmony and performed at preschools and stuff."
• Wolf appeared during the audition rounds of American Idol in 2014 during her senior year of high school.
• She collaborates with producer Solomonophonic to craft her distinctive sound. Wolf first met him in high school and has worked with him since.
• After finishing her studies at the University of Southern California's music school, Wolf released her debut EP, You're a Dog!, in September 2019.
• She signed to Island Records and released her critically acclaimed debut album Juno in 2021. Continuing the canine theme, the LP is named after her dog, which she adopted during lockdown.
• In her early 20s, Wolf struggled with alcohol and substance abuse. Daily functioning wasn't the issue, but blackouts and fights with loved ones were. A wild post-lockdown show in 2020 was a turning point. After rocking the drive-in stage, she crashed into a blackout. The next day, a tearful conversation with her parents led her straight to rehab. Her recovery forms the backdrop to Juno.

Comments

More Songfacts:

Midnight RiderThe Allman Brothers Band

A roadie for the Allman Brothers came up with the line "The road goes on forever" for "Midnight Rider," and got a songwriting credit for his contribution.

Mr. Tambourine ManThe Byrds

"Mr. Tambourine Man" is the only song Bob Dylan wrote that became a #1 hit on the Hot 100. The Byrds' cover topped the chart in 1965.

WomanizerBritney Spears

"Womanizer" was Britney Spears' comeback song, going to #1 about 10 months after she was institutionalized to get treatment for addictions and mental health issues.

Achy Breaky HeartBilly Ray Cyrus

"Achy Breaky Heart" was originally recorded in 1991 by The Marcy Brothers as "Don't Tell My Heart." That original version had the lyrics: "Don't tell my heart, my achy, breakin' heart..."

Surf CityJan & Dean

"Surf City" was recorded by Jan & Dean, but written by Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. It was the first #1 hit Wilson wrote.

I Have NothingWhitney Houston

The Whitney Houston hit "I Have Nothing" was inspired by Elvis Presley, who dated the song's lyricist, Linda Thompson.

Editor's Picks

Amy Lee of EvanescenceSongwriter Interviews

The Evanescence frontwoman on the songs that have shifted meaning and her foray into kids' music.

Loreena McKennittSongwriter Interviews

The Celtic music maker Loreena McKennitt on finding musical inspiration, the "New Age" label, and working on the movie Tinker Bell.

Tony Joe WhiteSongwriter Interviews

The writer of "Rainy Night in Georgia" and "Polk Salad Annie" explains how he cooks up his Louisiana swamp rock.

Mike Love of The Beach BoysSongwriter Interviews

The lead singer/lyricist of The Beach Boys talks about coming up with the words for "Good Vibrations," "Fun, Fun, Fun," "Kokomo" and other classic songs.

Susanna Hoffs - "Eternal Flame"They're Playing My Song

The Prince-penned "Manic Monday" was the first song The Bangles heard coming from a car radio, but "Eternal Flame" is closest to Susanna's heart, perhaps because she sang it in "various states of undress."

Who Wrote That Song?Music Quiz

Do you know who wrote Patti Smith's biggest hit? How about the Grease theme song? See if you can match the song to the writer.