Early Life and Education of Chappell Roan: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Chappell Roan, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Chappell Roan, born Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, is an American singer-songwriter recognized for her campy aesthetic inspired by drag queens. She debuted with the EP 'School Nights' (2017) under Atlantic Records, but was later dropped due to its commercial underperformance. Her debut studio album, 'The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess' (2023), released via Island Records, achieved critical acclaim and cultivated a dedicated fan base, ultimately becoming a sleeper hit.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

December 2022: Roan begins taking vocal lessons

In December 2022, Chappell Roan stated that she never had a "proper" vocal lesson until then, and that she had been "singing wrong" for 10 years.

2023: Roan cites musical inspirations

In 2023, Chappell Roan cited Lorde, Lana Del Rey and Ellie Goulding as musical artists she listened to throughout her high school years. She stated that the song "Stay" by Rihanna inspired her to begin writing music. In 2023, a Variety article described Roan as "glammy and pop and embracing her femininity and [...] very queer-positive."

July 2024: Roan meets Sasha Colby

In July 2024, Chappell Roan met Sasha Colby while performing at Capitol Hill Block Party, where Colby asked Roan to join the House of Colby as her daughter.

August 2024: Roan responds to Kamala Harris campaign merchandise

In August 2024, the Kamala Harris 2024 presidential campaign released a baseball cap similar to Chappell Roan's "Midwest Princess" merchandise. Roan responded by tweeting "is this real". She refused to endorse the Harris campaign, but confirmed she would vote for Harris.