We’re here to share some secrets about this artist…
FKA Twigs, an artist with an enigmatic name and a fascinating universe, never ceases to surprise and intrigue. Her raw musical talent and boundless creativity have earned her international recognition, but there’s still much the public doesn’t know about this unique artist.
In this article, we invite you to delve into the world of FKA Twigs and discover 5 secrets that will help you better understand this extraordinary artist.
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1-The Origin of Her Stage Name:
Born Tahliah Barnett and trained as a dancer, she was nicknamed “twigs” (always with a lowercase ‘t’) because she would crack her joints when stretching. However, Timeout reports that after being spotted by the influential label Young Turks, legal threats from the pop duo of twin sisters “The Twigs” forced her to add the FKA prefix (which stands for “formerly known as”) to avoid confusion.
2-A Multi-Talented Artist:
FKA Twigs is an artist with varied talents. She doesn’t limit herself to music; she writes her own songs, dances, choreographs, produces her music, and directs visuals. She’s deeply involved in every stage of her creative process.
3-She’s Dated Major Hollywood Stars:
FKA Twigs has been in romantic relationships with high-profile -personalities. She was notably the partner of actor Robert Pattinson and actor Shia LaBeouf.
4-Her Relationship with Shia LaBeouf Went Completely Wrong:
Indeed, her relationship with LaBeouf was reportedly marked by abuse, a topic on which she has spoken out courageously. In fact, in December 2020, Twigs filed a lawsuit against the actor, accusing him of sexual assault, battery, and emotional distress.
5-She Developed Her Own Deepfake:
FKA Twigs is working on developing an artificial intelligence to manage interactions with her fans, allowing her to dedicate more time to her music, according to RTBF. Her deepfake will be used to facilitate exchanges on social media. With this approach, FKA Twigs can focus more on her creative process. “Over the past year, I’ve developed my own deepfake, which is not only trained to reflect my personality, but can also use my exact voice tone to speak multiple languages,” she explains in a speech reported by Rolling Stone.
