Who is Kratae R-Siam?

Kratae R-Siam (born Kratae Thongsuk) is a 21-year-old Thai pop singer and songwriter from Bangkok, Thailand. She has gained international recognition for her upbeat and energetic style of music, which blends traditional Thai pop with elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop. She signed with Universal Music Thailand in 2019 and has since released two albums, ‘Emotion’ in 2020 and ‘Queen of the Night’ in 2021.

Early Life and Career

Kratae was born in 1999 in Bangkok, Thailand to a family of musicians. Her father is a trumpet player while her mother is a singer. At a young age, she was exposed to music from many different cultures and genres thanks to her parents’ influence. She started playing piano at the age of 7 and began writing songs at the age of 9. She began performing live at local venues when she was 15. Her first album, ‘Emotion’, released in 2020, was an immediate success in Thailand and earned her the nickname “Queen of the Night”. Kratae’s second album, ‘Queen of the Night’ was released in 2021 to further critical acclaim. The album contains several hit singles such as ‘Move On’, ‘Love You Like I Do’ and ‘Dreams Come True’.

Unique Style

Kratae’s music is unique in that it blends traditional Thai pop with elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop. Her sound has been described as “an infectious mix of soulful melodies, jazzy grooves and thumping beats”. Her lyrics often explore themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. She has collaborated with several well-known artists such as Yung Bae, Far East Movement, and MONSTA X.

Awards

Kratae has been nominated for numerous awards including Best Female Artist at the 2020 Grammy Awards and Best Female Artist at the 2021 Asian Music Awards. She won Best New Artist at the 2020 Asia Music Awards.

Conclusion

Kratae R-Siam is an emerging artist who is quickly making a name for herself on the international music scene. Her unique style of blending traditional Thai pop with elements of jazz, funk, and hip hop has earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards.