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Raye on the big risk behind her biggest success

Raye on the big risk behind her biggest success

Summary

Singer-songwriter Raye's song "Where Is My Husband!" has sold 1.2 million copies in the U.K. and has over a billion streams on Spotify. After struggling with her previous record label Polydor, she now works independently to have full control over her music.

Key Facts

  • Raye's hit "Where Is My Husband!" sold 1.2 million copies in the UK.
  • The song has more than 1 billion streams on Spotify.
  • The song is on her second album, "This Music May Contain Hope."
  • Raye started songwriting at age 14 and signed her first record deal at 17.
  • She was unhappy with Polydor because she had no control over her music.
  • Raye publicly criticized Polydor, which helped her get released from her contract.
  • Now an independent artist, she makes her own decisions about music and investment.
  • She focuses on writing music that makes her feel good and avoids negative themes.
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