Cher Lloyd facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cher Lloyd
Lloyd in 2020
Born	(1993-07-28) 28 July 1993 (age 31) Malvern, Worcestershire, England
Occupation	Singer
Years active	2010–present
Works	Discography
Spouse(s)	Craig Monk ​ (m. 2013)​
Children	2
Musical career
Genres	Pop R&B pop-rap Hip hop
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Syco Epic Vixen Universal

Cher Lloyd (born 28 July 1993) is an English singer. She became famous after being on the TV talent show The X Factor in 2010. She finished in fourth place on the seventh series of the show.

After The X Factor, Cher Lloyd signed with music labels Syco Music in the UK and Epic Records in the US. Her first album, Sticks and Stones, came out in 2011. It reached number four in the UK and number nine in the US. This album had popular songs like "Swagger Jagger", which was a number one hit in the UK, "With Ur Love", and "Want U Back".

In 2014, she released her second album, Sorry I'm Late. It included the song "I Wish". After this, Cher took a break from music for a couple of years. She returned in 2016 with the song "Activated". She has continued to release new music, including "None of My Business" in 2018 and "M.I.A." in 2019.

Cher Lloyd's Early Life

Cher Lloyd was born on 28 July 1993. She grew up in Malvern, Worcestershire, England, with her parents and three younger brothers and sisters. Her family has Romani roots. When she was very young, she traveled around Wales with her parents in a caravan.

Cher went to The Chase School and later Dyson Perrins High School. She studied performing arts and also attended a theater school called Stagecoach.

Cher Lloyd's Music Career

How Cher Lloyd Started: The X Factor (2010–2011)

Lloyd performing at The X Factor live in Glasgow on 1 April 2011

Before The X Factor, Cher performed at holiday camps. When she auditioned for The X Factor, she sang "Turn My Swag On". At the judges' houses stage, she performed "Cooler Than Me" but had tonsillitis and couldn't finish.

During the live shows, Cher performed many different songs. She sang "Just Be Good to Me", "Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem)", and a mix of "No Diggity" and "Shout". In week four, she sang "Stay" without rapping, and judge Simon Cowell called it "the performance of the series."

Cher made it to the semi-final, where she sang "Nothin' on You" and "Love the Way You Lie". She was saved by the judges and went to the final. In the final, she performed a mix of "The Clapping Song" and "Get Ur Freak On". She also sang a duet with will.i.am. Cher Lloyd finished in fourth place after getting the fewest public votes.

After The X Factor, Cher and nine other contestants went on the X Factor Live Tour. She performed for many people across the UK from February to April 2011.

First Album Success: Sticks and Stones (2011–2012)

After The X Factor, Cher Lloyd signed with Syco Music. She started recording her first album. On 28 July 2011, she gave fans a sneak peek of five songs from the album.

Her first song, "Swagger Jagger", came out in July 2011 and went straight to number one on the UK Singles Chart. It sold over 300,000 copies in the UK. Her first album, Sticks + Stones, was released on 4 November 2011. It reached number four in the UK.

The second song from the album was "With Ur Love", featuring American singer Mike Posner. It reached number four in the UK. The third song, "Want U Back", featured rapper Astro.

Lloyd at Chicago radio station WKSC-FM in 2012

In November 2011, Cher announced her first tour in the UK, called the Sticks and Stones Tour. It took place in March and April 2012. She also signed a record deal with L.A. Reid at Epic Records in the United States. A solo version of "Want U Back" became her first song released in the US. It reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. By February 2013, the song had sold over 2 million copies in the US.

Her second US song, "Oath", featured American rapper Becky G. It did well in New Zealand, reaching number 13. The US and Australian versions of Sticks and Stones came out on 2 October 2012. This version reached number nine in the US.

Second Album and Break: Sorry I'm Late (2013–2015)

After Sticks + Stones, Cher started working on her second album. In January 2013, she appeared as a guest star on the TV show Big Time Rush. In November 2013, Cher shared that she had left Syco Music. She also said her new album, which was supposed to come out in November, would be delayed until early 2014.

Lloyd performing in 2013 on her I Wish Tour

Her I Wish Tour happened in the fall of 2013, with the girl group Fifth Harmony as the opening act. In May 2014, Cher was featured on the song "Really Don't Care" by Demi Lovato. This song became very popular, reaching number one on the US Dance chart.

Cher's second album, Sorry I'm Late, was released on 23 May 2014. It reached number 12 on the US Billboard 200 chart and number 21 in the UK. The main song from the album was "I Wish", featuring American rapper T.I.. The second song was "Sirens".

After Sorry I'm Late came out, Cher signed a new deal with Universal Music Group. She began working on her third album.

Return to Music (2016–Present)

In March 2016, Cher Lloyd shared a video with her fans, thanking them for being patient. She said her third album was almost ready. On 22 July 2016, she released her new song, "Activated". In May 2017, she announced she had signed with ie:music.

In 2018, she sang on the song "4U" by Joakim Molitor. On 19 October 2018, Cher released the song "None of My Business" with a music video. On 11 October 2019, she released "M.I.A". These songs are expected to be on her upcoming third album. On 24 April 2020, she released the song "Lost". Her newest song, "Head Down", came out on 17 January 2025.

Cher Lloyd's Music Style

What Kind of Music Does Cher Lloyd Make?

Cher Lloyd's music is often described as "expressive, playful R&B." She mixes pop music with a hip-hop attitude. Cher has said that she feels her music is now "totally authentic," meaning it truly represents her.

Early in her career, Cher was known for her "pop-rap" songs like "Swagger Jagger" and "Want U Back". She also had popular collaborations like "Really Don't Care" with Demi Lovato and "Oath" with Becky G. With her newer songs like "None of My Business" and "M.I.A", her music has become more mature. She is often called a pop-rap artist.

Who Influenced Cher Lloyd?

Cher Lloyd has shared that she is a fan of country music legend Dolly Parton. She has also said that rapper Nicki Minaj is an influence. Cher looks up to Minaj for her "attitude" and for doing what she feels is right. She believes Nicki Minaj has "helped change pop music."

Cher Lloyd's Personal Life

In January 2012, Cher Lloyd announced she was engaged to her boyfriend, Craig Monk. They got married in 2013. In May 2018, they welcomed their first child, a daughter. In April 2023, Cher announced they were expecting another child. Their second daughter was born on September 9, 2023.

Cher Lloyd's Albums

• Sticks and Stones (2011)
• Sorry I'm Late (2014)

Cher Lloyd on TV

Cher Lloyd's Tours

Headlining Tours

• Sticks and Stones Tour (2012)
• I Wish Tour (2013)

Supporting Tours (She opened for these artists)

• X Factor Tour 2011
• Whatever World Tour (with Hot Chelle Rae)
• The Red Tour (with Taylor Swift)
• The Neon Lights Tour (with Demi Lovato)

Awards Cher Lloyd Has Won or Been Nominated For

Images for kids

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  Cher Lloyd in 2020

See also

In Spanish: Cher Lloyd para niños

• List of artists who reached number one on the UK Singles Chart