History of Sia in Timeline
Sia Kate Isobelle Furler is an Australian singer and songwriter who began her career in the mid-1990s with the acid jazz band Crisp. After Crisp disbanded in 1997, she launched her solo career with her debut album, OnlySee, in Australia. Sia then relocated to London, where she collaborated with the British duo Zero 7. She further established herself as a solo artist, releasing her second and third studio albums, Healing Is Difficult and Colour the Small One, in 2001 and 2004, respectively.
1997: Moved to London after Crisp disbandment
In 1997, after the disbandment of Crisp, Sia moved to London to follow her relationship with boyfriend Dan Pontifex.
2001: Release of 'Healing Is Difficult' album
In 2001, Sia's album 'Healing Is Difficult' was released, lyrically dealing with Dan Pontifex's death.
2004: Release of "Colour the Small One"
In 2004, Sia's "Colour the Small One" marked a move into jazz and folktronica, although "Breathe Me" is described as alternative rock and a power ballad.
2007: Release of "Some People Have Real Problems"
In 2007, Sia released "Some People Have Real Problems", expanding her connection with indie pop.
2007: Interview about Dan Pontifex's death
In a 2007 interview for The Sunday Times, Sia recalled the effect of Dan Pontifex's death, stating that she "got shit-faced on drugs and Special Brew" for six years afterwards.
2007: Writing the story for the movie Music
Sia wrote a screenplay, based on a story that she had written in 2007, for the 2021 musical film, Music.
2008: Discussed sexual orientation and relationship with JD Samson
In 2008, Sia discussed her sexual orientation in interviews and revealed her relationship with JD Samson.
2009: Focus on solo career after leaving Zero 7
In 2009, Sia dedicated herself entirely to her solo career after leaving Zero 7.
2009: Described her sexuality
In 2009, Sia described her sexuality, stating, "I've always dated boys and girls and anything in between. I don't care what gender you are, it's about people. ... I've always been... well, flexible is the word I would use."
2010: PETA campaign participation
In 2010, Sia participated in a PETA campaign to tackle animal overpopulation and encourage people to spay or neuter their pets.
2010: Suicide attempt and joining Alcoholics Anonymous
In 2010, Sia wrote a suicide note and planned to overdose, but was saved by a friend's phone call and subsequently joined Alcoholics Anonymous. She also cancelled promotional events due to poor health and was diagnosed with Graves' disease, but her health improved later that year.
2010: Release of "We Are Born"
In 2010, Sia's album "We Are Born" incorporated various pop styles, including synthpop and R&B.
2011: Sia's Adelaide performance
A mural was painted near Sia Furler Lane to commemorate Sia's 2011 performance in Adelaide.
2011: Last full concert prior to Coachella
Sia's Coachella performance in April 2016 was her first full concert since 2011.
2013: Identified as queer on Twitter
In 2013, Sia identified as queer on Twitter.
2013: Beagle Freedom Project Gala performance
In 2013, Sia performed her song "I'm in Here" at the Beagle Freedom Project Gala.
August 2014: Marriage to Erik Anders Lang
In August 2014, Sia married documentary filmmaker Erik Anders Lang at her home in Palm Springs, California.
2014: Contribution to the Annie film soundtrack
In 2014, Sia contributed to the soundtrack of the film adaptation of "Annie". Sia and Greg Kurstin wrote three new songs and reworked existing songs from the musical. They were nominated for Best Original Song at the 72nd Golden Globe Awards for "Opportunity".
2014: Release of "1000 Forms of Fear"
In 2014, Sia released "1000 Forms of Fear", consolidating her connection with pop, with traces of electropop, reggae and hip-hop.
2014: Vocals for Lorde track in South Park
In the 2014 South Park episode "The Cissy", Sia provided the vocals for the fictional Lorde track "Push (Feeling Good on a Wednesday)".
February 2015: Completion of "This Is Acting" and release of "Bob Job"
In February 2015, Sia revealed she had completed her album, "This Is Acting", a collaboration with Greg Kurstin. Sia also released a mobile game called "Bob Job". "Alive", a song co-written by Adele, originally intended for Adele's album, "25", was also released.
2015: "Free the Animal" used for PETA public service announcements
In 2015, Sia's song "Free the Animal" was used for PETA public service announcements supporting cruelty-free fashion.
April 2016: Coachella performance and Survivor appearance
In April 2016, Sia's performance at Coachella went viral and received positive reviews. In 2016, she also made a surprise appearance on Survivor: Kaôh Rōng, donating $50,000 to Tai Trang and $50,000 to an animal charity.
June 2016: Concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
In June 2016, Sia performed a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, featuring Ziegler. From May to August, Sia performed in nearly a dozen festivals and concerts in America and European and Middle Eastern countries.
September 2016: Release of "The Greatest"
In September 2016, Sia released the single "The Greatest" featuring Kendrick Lamar. The music video featured Ziegler. Sia and Ziegler also performed "Chandelier" live at the Apple event.
October 2016: Release of deluxe edition of "This Is Acting"
In October 2016, Sia released the deluxe edition of "This Is Acting", featuring three new tracks, a remix of "Move Your Body", and a solo version of "The Greatest".
November 2016: Nostalgic for the Present Tour
From September to November 2016, Sia presented the "Nostalgic for the Present Tour" in North America, featuring Ziegler. Sia appeared at the back of the stage with her wig covering her face while her dancers performed choreography synchronized with pre-recorded videos.
2016: Nostalgic for the Present Tour partnership with animal rescue organizations
During her Nostalgic for the Present Tour in 2016, Sia partnered with various animal rescue organizations to set up dog adoption fairs at each of the shows.
2016: Divorce from Erik Anders Lang
In 2016, Sia and Erik Anders Lang divorced.
2016: Cover of "Blackbird" for Beat Bugs
In 2016, Sia covered "Blackbird" by The Beatles for the Netflix original series Beat Bugs.
2016: Release of "This Is Acting"
In 2016, Sia released "This Is Acting", mainly composed of songs written with other female pop artists in mind.
2016: Live performances and artistic style
In 2016, Sia's live performances were described as performance-art-like shows with dance and theatrical effects. Her vocals were noted as throaty and slurred, and her songwriting dealt with depression and addiction.
2016: "Sia Award" on Survivor
Since 2016, Sia has given money to her favorite contestants on Survivor, totaling $1 million given by the end of the 45th season. This tradition has been named the "Sia Award".
March 2017: Dubai World Cup performance
In March 2017, Sia performed in concert at the close of the Dubai World Cup, together with her dancers, led by Ziegler.
November 2017: Release of "Everyday Is Christmas"
In November 2017, Sia released the album "Everyday Is Christmas" on Atlantic and Monkey Puzzle. It featured original songs co-written and co-produced with Kurstin, and she promoted it by releasing the singles "Santa's Coming for Us" and "Snowman".
2017: Voice role in "My Little Pony: The Movie" and contribution to soundtrack
In 2017, Sia appeared in "My Little Pony: The Movie" as the voice of Songbird Serenade. She also contributed an original song, "Rainbow", to the film's soundtrack.
2017: ASPCA public service announcement release
In 2017, Sia released another public service announcement, in collaboration with the ASPCA, using her song "Puppies Are Forever", to encourage pet adoption.
2017: Grammy nominations and collaboration on "Dusk Till Dawn"
In 2017, Sia was nominated for three Grammy Awards. She also co-wrote and performed on Zayn's platinum-selling single, "Dusk Till Dawn".
2017: Release of "Everyday Is Christmas" as a pop album with a 21st-century gloss.
In 2017, Sia's "Everyday Is Christmas", her first Christmas music release, presented old-fashioned holiday music with "some 21st century pop gloss."
November 2018: Release of deluxe edition of "Everyday Is Christmas"
In November 2018, Sia released the deluxe edition of "Everyday Is Christmas", containing three bonus tracks, as a Target exclusive.
2018: Co-narration of 'Dominion' documentary
In 2018, Sia co-narrated the animal rights documentary Dominion.
2018: Formation of LSD and narration of Dominion
In 2018, Sia collaborated with Labrinth and Diplo to form the supergroup LSD. Also in 2018, Sia was one of the narrators of Australian animal rights documentary, Dominion, and shared in a 2018 Award of Excellence from the Hollywood International Independent Documentary Awards.
2018: Songwriting for "Vox Lux" soundtrack
In 2018, Sia wrote the songs for the soundtrack to the musical film Vox Lux.
April 2019: Release of "Labrinth, Sia & Diplo Present... LSD"
In April 2019, LSD (Labrinth, Sia & Diplo) released their debut album, "Labrinth, Sia & Diplo Present... LSD".
2019: Adoption of two boys
In 2019, Sia adopted two boys who were ageing out of the foster care system.
2019: Stated having Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
In 2019, Sia stated that she has Ehlers–Danlos syndrome. She has also said that she was diagnosed with complex post-traumatic stress disorder, stemming from childhood traumas including being sexually abused at the age of nine.
2019: Charitable acts at Thanksgiving
Prior to Thanksgiving in 2019, Sia paid for people's groceries and shopping in disguise at a Palm Springs Walmart and TJ Maxx.
2020: Donations during COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Sia donated $1 million to CORE Response and proceeds from "Saved My Life". She also donated to Australians in need and community bail funds in support of Black Lives Matter.
2020: Became a grandmother
In 2020, Sia announced that she had become a grandmother when one of her two 19-year-old sons had fathered twins.
January 2021: Release of "Music" in Australia
In January 2021, Sia's film "Music" was released in Australia.
February 2021: US release of "Music"
In February 2021, Sia's film "Music" was released in select IMAX theaters in the US for one night, followed by an on-demand release. The movie received negative reviews and sparked controversy.
February 2021: Release of "Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture"
In February 2021, Sia's ninth album, "Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture", was released in connection with her film, Music.
March 2021: Renaming of Adelaide laneway to Sia Furler Lane
In March 2021, a laneway in Adelaide city centre was renamed Sia Furler Lane, and a mural was painted nearby to commemorate Sia's 2011 performance in Adelaide.
2021: Release of "Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture"
In 2021, Sia's "Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture" was released, developing Sia's pop music catalogue with electropop, reggae, R&B, and EDM elements. Sia was called "the 21st century's most resilient songwriter".
October 2022: Most entries on the APRA billion streams list
As of October 2022, Sia has 15 entries on the APRA billion streams list, the most of any artist.
December 2022: Secret Marriage to Dan Bernad
In December 2022, Sia secretly married Dan Bernad.
May 2023: Ceremony with Dan Bernad in Portofino
In May 2023, Sia had a wedding ceremony with Dan Bernad in Portofino, Italy.
2023: Release of "Gimme Love"
In 2023, Sia released "Gimme Love", the lead single from her tenth studio album, Reasonable Woman.
March 2024: Welcomed a child with Dan Bernad
On March 27, 2024, Sia and Dan Bernad welcomed a child together.
May 2024: Release of "Reasonable Woman"
In May 2024, Sia released her album, "Reasonable Woman", featuring collaborations with Kylie Minogue, Labrinth, and Paris Hilton.
March 2025: Separation from Dan Bernad and filed for divorce
In March 2025, Sia separated from Dan Bernad and filed for divorce.
2025: Premiere of Saturday Church musical theatre adaptation
A musical theatre adaptation of the film Saturday Church, with music and lyrics by Sia, is set to premiere off-Broadway in late 2025.
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