Sasha Sloan
Biography
Sasha Sloan is an American singer-songwriter known for introspective indie pop and emotionally candid lyrics. After establishing herself as a sought-after songwriter for major pop artists, she built a successful solo career with music exploring anxiety, relationships, family, and growing up.
Career
Before emerging as a recording artist, Sasha Sloan (born Alexandra Artourovna Yatchenko) wrote songs for artists including Camila Cabello and Charli xcx. Her own breakthrough came through collaborations with electronic acts such as Kygo and ODESZA before releasing her debut EP, sad girl, in 2018.
Musical style
Her music blends indie pop, acoustic pop, and understated electronic production with confessional songwriting. Common themes include mental health, loneliness, self-doubt, family dynamics, and the complexities of adulthood, earning her a reputation for writing songs that resonate through their honesty and vulnerability.
Notable releases
Some of her best-known projects include:
* sad girl
* Loser
* Self Portrait
* Only Child
* I Blame the World
* Me Again
Among her most recognised songs are Older, Ready Yet, Normal, and Too Sad to Cry.
Why she stands out
Rather than focusing on polished pop personas, Sasha Sloan has become known for plainspoken storytelling and songs that address everyday emotional struggles with humour and sincerity. Her work as both a songwriter and performer has made her an influential voice in contemporary introspective pop.