What is Phoebe Bridgers's Net Worth?
Phoebe Bridgers is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician who has amassed a net worth of $5 million. Bridgers unveiled her debut studio album, "Stranger in the Alps," in 2017, followed by her successful second album, "Punisher," in 2020. Over the years, she has also been part of several bands, including Sloppy Jane, Boygenius, and Better Oblivion Community Center.
Early Life and Education
Phoebe Bridgers was born on August 17, 1994, in Pasadena, California. Her mother is involved in real estate and stand-up comedy, while her father was a set builder for film and TV. She has one younger brother named Jackson. During her younger years, Bridgers busked at the Pasadena Farmers Market. She attended the Sequoyah School and the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where she studied vocal jazz. Bridgers went on to enroll at the Berklee College of Music but left after orientation.
Career Beginnings
Bridgers began her music career during high school, performing with bands like Sloppy Jane and Einstein's Dirty Secret, along with her solo work. Opting out of college, she collaborated with music producer Tony Berg and singer-songwriter Ryan Adams.
Solo Albums
In mid-2017, Bridgers signed with the independent record label Dead Oceans. She released her debut studio album, "Stranger in the Alps," later that year, earning widespread critical acclaim and charting on multiple Billboard charts. Numerous tracks from this album were featured on TV shows in 2018, such as "Switched at Birth," "Castle," and "Lethal Weapon."
Her sophomore album, "Punisher," was released in 2020, and like her debut, it received tremendous praise from critics and also charted on several Billboard lists. The album was promoted through five singles, including "Kyoto" and "Garden Song." For this album, Bridgers earned four Grammy Award nominations: Best New Artist, Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Alternative Music Album.
Boygenius and Better Oblivion Community Center
Between her two solo albums, Bridgers formed the groups Boygenius and Better Oblivion Community Center. Boygenius, which features fellow singer-songwriters Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, released a well-received eponymous EP in late 2018 and subsequently went on a US tour. In early 2019, she founded Better Oblivion Community Center with singer-songwriter Conor Oberst, releasing their eponymous album shortly after. Boygenius released their debut studio album, "The Record," in 2023.
Other Collaborations
Bridgers is renowned for her frequent collaborations with other artists. Notable collaborations include work with Kid Cudi, Christian Lee Hutson, Maggie Rogers, and the 1975. She also teamed up with songwriter Rob Moose for the "Copycat Killer" EP. Bridgers has also contributed to albums by The Killers, Lorde, Noah Gundersen, Taylor Swift, Marcus Mumford, and SZA.
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Musical Style and Influences
Bridgers's music is a fusion of indie rock and indie folk, characterized by acoustic guitars, electronic elements, and a melancholic tone. She is known for incorporating Halloween-themed aesthetics, notably a skeleton onesie during performances. Her influences include artists like Elliott Smith, Tom Waits, Jackson Browne, The Beatles, and Nine Inch Nails.
Political Activism
Bridgers is an outspoken advocate for progressive causes, utilizing her platform to champion racial justice, fair elections, and other social issues. She has donated proceeds from her music to organizations such as Stacey Abrams's Fair Fight Action, the Los Angeles LGBT Center, and Planned Parenthood.
Personal Life
In 2014, Bridgers started dating singer-songwriter Ryan Adams, with their relationship eventually ending. She then dated musician Marshall Vore until 2017. In mid-2020, she began a relationship with Irish actor Paul Mescal, who starred in her "Savior Complex" music video. Bridgers, who identifies as bisexual, was previously linked with Emily Bannon.
Bridgers has been open about her struggles with depression and anxiety. Additionally, she revealed following the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade that she had an abortion the prior year, emphasizing the need for women to have autonomy over their bodies. Since her teens, she has maintained a pescetarian diet.
