Kesha American pop singer and musician Date of Birth: 01.03.1987 Country: USA

1. Early Life and Musical Beginnings
2. Breakthrough and Debut Album
3. "Right Round" and RCA Records
4. "Animal" and Critical Acclaim

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

Ke$ha Rose Sebert(born March 1, 1984), known professionally as Ke$ha, is an American singer and songwriter. Her passion for music ignited in 2005, but it wasn't until early 2009, following her appearance on Flo Rida's single "Right Round," that she propelled to stardom.

Ke$ha grew up in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles. Raised by her single mother Pebe Sebert, a singer and songwriter, Ke$ha inherited her musical inclinations. Pebe struggled financially, relying on government assistance and food stamps to support her family. Motivated to provide a better life, Pebe relocated her children to Nashville, Tennessee.

Her mother's frequent visits to recording studios with Ke$ha and her siblings fostered her interest in singing. Pebe taught her daughter to write songs, collaborating with her on compositions after school. The Sebert family featured in an episode of "The Simple Life" in 2005, showcasing Ke$ha's burgeoning musical aspirations.

Breakthrough and Debut Album

While pursuing her own musical projects and honing her vocal skills, Ke$ha maintained impressive academic credentials. However, at seventeen, she dropped out of high school after being persuaded by Dr. Luke and Max Martin to relocate to Los Angeles and focus on her music career.

Ke$ha's unwavering determination fueled her journey. She worked as a waitress to make ends meet and lived in modest apartments before briefly residing with her father. Driven by a desire to work with Prince, Ke$ha found his address and discreetly left a demo tape at his house. Despite being dismissed, the tape reached Prince, who later contacted her.

Ke$ha gained recognition for her backing vocals on Paris Hilton's "Nothing in This World" and Britney Spears' "Lace and Leather." She also starred in Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl" music video, forging a friendship that would lead to future collaborations.

"Right Round" and RCA Records

Ke$ha's breakthrough came in 2009 with her appearance on Flo Rida's "Right Round." She happened upon the recording session while Flo Rida and Dr. Luke were working on the track. After suggesting her vocals, her contribution became a defining feature of the song.

Ke$ha signed with RCA Records through Dr. Luke's involvement. She commenced work on her debut album, simultaneously performing at various concerts. Her first single, "Tik Tok," released digitally in August 2009, captivated audiences. By October, it topped charts in five countries, setting records for digital downloads and radio airplay by a female artist.

"Animal" and Critical Acclaim

Ke$ha's debut album, "Animal," hit shelves on January 5, 2010. Despite mixed reviews, it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 152,000 copies in its first week. The album featured collaborations with Andrew W.K., Benny Blanco, and Dr. Luke.

"Animal" propelled Ke$ha into the spotlight, earning her nominations at the MTV Video Music Awards and Grammy Awards. It solidified her status as a pop icon, known for her exuberant personality and catchy anthems.