Emlyn

Margaret Peake (born August 30, 1996), known professionally as emlyn (stylized in all lowercase) is an American singer, songwriter originally from Nashville, Tennessee. She released her debut single, "Had Me at Hello" in 2019. Emlyn is best known for her 2022 single "Rapunzel". Emlyn has released one EP and two albums thus far, most recently being That's How You Make a Villain in 2024. Emlyn has collaborated with various artists such as, Mothica, Cloudy June and Laura Marano.

Early life Margaret Emlen Peake was born on August 30, 1996, in Nashville, Tennessee. Peake throughout her childhood was interested in music, growing up in the city that's been dubbed "Music City", as well as her father being a drummer. After moving to LA, Peake started her solo career under the name "emlyn". In 2019, Emlyn released her debut single, from her solo professional career, "Had Me At Hello", a reference to the film Jerry Maguire. The song is about bad relationships Emlyn has had in the past.

In January 2021 Emlyn released "Cruel World". In March Emlyn released "A Thousand Parties". In April Emlyn released "Change For Me". In May Emlyn released "B.O.M.B." or "Back on My Bullshit". July saw the release of "Plot Line". August saw the release of "Remember". August also the release of Emlyn's debut EP Confessions of a Drama Queen. In October would see the release "God Sent Me Karma", the first single from Emlyn's upcoming debut album. In November Emlyn released her first Christmas song, In December Emlyn released a cover of the song Clean by Taylor Swift. In May Emlyn released "World's Greatest Ex". In June, Emlyn released the second half her album, That's How You Make a Villain (chapter 2). July saw the completed second album, That's How You Make a Villain.

Artistry and Influences Emlyn's music and songwriting is primarily inspired by Taylor Swift. often giving the trope of a crazy ex girlfriend. Her artistry has been described and charismatic and full of authenticity, embracing issues such as anxiety and empowerment. Emlyn categorizes her music as a fusion of grunge and pop. Emlyn credits the growth of her audience though social media apps such as TikTok and Instagram. Name Type!! Year Confessions of a Drama Queen EP 2021 Loneliest B!tch in America

That's How You Make a Villain - Chapter 1 EP 2023 That's How You Make a Villain - Chapter 2 EP 2024 That's How You Make a Villain