What is the best Sia album to start with?

The best album to start with is "1000 Forms of Fear" (2014). It's the most representative of what makes Sia worth hearing.

What are the best Sia albums?

The essential Sia albums include "Colour the Small One" (2004), "Lady Croissant" (2007), "Soon We'll Be Found" (2008), "Some People Have Real Problems" (2008) and "We Are Born" (2010).

How many albums does Sia have?

Sia has 48 releases in their discography, including 13 albums and 1 EP.

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Q: Who is Sia for?

If you're into indie pop and electropop, Sia is worth your time. Her music pulses with an intricate interplay of soaring melodies and grounded beats, creating a tension that balances vulnerability with strength.

Her music pulses with an intricate interplay of soaring melodies and grounded beats, creating a tension that balances vulnerability with strength.

electropop · indie pop

Australia

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The album

1000 Forms of Fear (2014)

Captures Sia's signature sound with a blend of vulnerability and strength, offering a cohesive experience that highlights her range in electropop.

The song

“Chandelier”

Immediate hook that introduces Sia's powerful vocals and emotional depth, showcasing her distinctive style effectively.

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About Sia

Sia's impact on contemporary music transcends mere hit-making; she has redefined the role of the singer-songwriter in pop culture by bringing emotional depth and vulnerability to the forefront.

Her ability to craft anthems that resonate with diverse audiences has not only made her a household name but has also paved the way for more artists to explore their personal narratives, challenging the traditionally polished façade of mainstream pop. Approaching her music with a visceral honesty, Sia employs a blend of stark lyrical imagery and expansive soundscapes, merging electropop sensibilities with indie pop's introspective qualities. This combination achieves a raw intensity that often feels both immediate and deeply personal. Her creative process is marked by an emphasis on authentic expression, often collaborating with other artists to enhance the emotional weight of her songs while maintaining her unique sonic signature. Lyrically, Sia frequently delves into themes of pain, resilience, and liberation, navigating through the complexities of relationships and self-identity. Her writing style oscillates between poignant storytelling and impressionistic bursts of feeling, allowing listeners to connect on multiple levels—sometimes leaving them in tears, other times empowering them to embrace their own struggles.

13 studio albums· 48 total releases· 2 decades· Australia

Full discography

Sia's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

48 releases • 13 albums • 1 EP • 1997–2024

Type:

Studio albums ()

EPs ()

Don't Bring Me Down E.P.

2004

Compilations ()

Best Of...

2012

Singles (34)

Grouped by decade — 3 eras.

2020s ()

2010s ()

2000s ()

Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"Bird Set Free" — from This Is Acting (2016)

accessible entry with immediate hook
2

"Together" — from Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture (2021)

accessible entry with immediate hook
3

"The Fight" — from We Are Born (2010)

establishes the sonic palette early
4

"Pictures" — from Lady Croissant (2007)

establishes the sonic palette early
5

"Breathe Me" — from Colour the Small One (2004)

establishes the emotional core of the record
6

"Santa's Coming for Us" — from Everyday Is Christmas (2017)

accessible entry with immediate festive hook

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About Sia

Full discography

Studio albums ()

Reasonable Woman

Music – Songs from and Inspired by the Motion Picture

Everyday Is Christmas

This Is Acting

1000 Forms of Fear

We Are Born

TV Is My Parent

Some People Have Real Problems

Lady Croissant

Colour the Small One

Healing Is Difficult

OnlySee

EPs ()

Don't Bring Me Down E.P.

Compilations ()

Best Of...

Singles (34)

2020s ()

Hass Hass

Courage to Change

Original (from Dolittle)

Saved My Life

Together

2010s ()

I'm Still Here

Snowman

Santa's Coming for Us

Rainbow (Sia song)

Free Me

To Be Human

Move Your Body

Angel by the Wings

Never Give Up

The Greatest

Unstoppable

Reaper

Bird Set Free

Alive

Je te pardonne

You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile

Big Girls Cry

Eye of the Needle

Chandelier

Bring Night

Clap Your Hands

2000s ()

You've Changed

Soon We'll Be Found

The Girl You Lost to Cocaine

Breathe Me

Don't Bring Me Down

Drink to Get Drunk

Little Man

Taken For Granted

Songs to start with