Sofia Gillani began her musical career at just 9 years old; starring as a lead in the musical “Evita” where she sang "Don't Cry for Me Argentina". Since then, Sofia has devoted herself to her music through writing, producing, self-promotion and directing music videos, all independently!
Crafting a sound of her own. With an impressive collection of singles to her name, including the acclaimed 'Water Run Dry,' and ‘Levels’ both featured on BBC Introducing. Sofia Gillani has performed at numerous events from the main stage at Haslemere Fringe Festival to various HMV stores across the UK, and Southbank Centre Futuretense event.
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Ethnicity: Indian-Pakistani-British
Location: London (UK)
Instagram: @sofia.aneesa.gillani
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GET TO KNOW - completed February 2025
3 words to describe you:
bold, creative, honest
Describe your sound:
Avant Garde pop, R&B, soul
Describe the moment you knew that you wanted to pursue music:
I've always been a loud person! Being surrounded by instruments, and having a passion for writing and literature in general, has led me to want to express myself through singing - and I knew I wanted to release my own original music when my songbook got bigger and bigger!
How does your heritage impact your art?
Being Pakistani, family is incredibly important, and having such a loving support system has allowed e to pursue music with such creative freedom that when I release, I have always felt proud of my music!
What moment are you most proud of in your music journey so far?
When I set a speaker on fire at Surrey Pride - if that's not evidence of powerful music, then I don't know what is!
Your next music goal:
Get supporting slots on UK and Europe shows/tours, as well as release a new EP
If you could collaborate with anyone, who and why?
1000000% Ariana Grande. Her experience and general musicality is incredible, she has such a wide vocal range with such beautiful layers of harmonies! the way she blends her personal life with her career is also something I aspire to be like.
Lyrics you live by:
"Purity in my essence, daylight in my presence"
Visions. - Sofia Gillani
I’ve always been very spiritual, manifesting love and light. singing that lyric makes me feel light, airy and generally happy.
3 songs you're listening to right now:
HERicane - Lucky Daye
Astrology Joint - Col3trane
We Might Even Be Falling in Love - Victoria Monet & Bryson Tiller
Your community shout out:
I love Beabadoobee (@radvxz) , she's definitely an inspiration to my music!
