Sacha Skarbek

Sacha Skarbek (born 29 May 1972 ) is a British songwriter and producer. He is known for co-writing songs including "You're Beautiful" and "Goodbye My Lover" by James Blunt and "Wrecking Ball" by Miley Cyrus. His songwriting and production credits also include work with artists including Adele, Lana Del Rey, Jason Mraz, Tears for Fears, Duffy and James Bay.

Skarbek co-wrote six songs on James Blunt's debut album Back to Bedlam (2004), including the singles "You're Beautiful", "Goodbye My Lover", and "Wisemen". In 2008, he co-wrote "Cold Shoulder" for Adele's debut album 19. He later co-wrote "Wrecking Ball", released by Miley Cyrus on the 2013 album Bangerz.As well as co writing It Happened Quiet by AURORA in her 2018 album Infections of a Different Kind (Step 1)

In addition to songwriting, Skarbek has worked as a producer and composer for film and television projects.

Career Early career Sacha Skarbek is a classically trained musician, taught by pianist Ronald Smith. He received music scholarships to Northbourne Park and The King's School, Canterbury. After graduating from Oxford Brookes University with a degree in music, Skarbek was musical director and keyboard player for Neneh Cherry, Beverley Knight, Alisha's Attic and Jon Bon Jovi.

Songwriting and production Skarbek played a key role in the development of James Blunt with whom he wrote the worldwide No. 1 hit "You're Beautiful". Skarbek co-wrote six songs on the multi-platinum selling debut album "Back to Bedlam", including follow up singles "Goodbye My Lover" and "Wisemen". In 2008, Skarbek wrote "Cold Shoulder" with Adele. The song was released as a single from Adele's multi-platinum selling debut album "19". Over the years Skarbek wrote several songs on globally chart topping albums, including Jason Mraz's multi-platinum selling album "We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things" as well as Lana Del Rey's best-selling album "Born to Die". Skarbek co-wrote Miley Cyrus' "Wrecking Ball" with Mozella and Stephan Moccio which was later produced by Dr. Luke and Cirkut. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 and was awarded multi-platinum around the world.

In 2012, Skarbek set up his own production company, White Rope Music, which focuses on artist development.

Film music Skarbek scored and supervised the music for the documentary film For No Good Reason, starring Johnny Depp. He also scored and collaborated with James Walsh on the soundtrack music for a film of Chuck Palahniuk's Lullaby.

Personal life Skarbek was raised in an area of London. He is the son of psychotherapist Andrzej Skarbek and journalist and writer Marjorie Wallace, who was made Commander of the Order of the British Empire for founding the mental health charity SANE. His brother, Stefan Skarbek, is also a songwriter and music producer.

Discography

Awards and nominations 2005 "I'm Ready" BMI Award 2006 "You're Beautiful" Ivor Novello Award for International Hit of the Year 2006 "You're Beautiful" Ivor Novello Award for Most Performed Work 2007 "You're Beautiful" BMI Award 2007 "Goodbye My Lover" BMI Award 2007 "You're Beautiful" Grammy Award for Song of the Year 2014 "Wrecking Ball" BMI Award 2014 "Wrecking Ball" SOCAN Award for No. 1 Song 2016 "Bitter Pill" Choice Music Prize for Irish Song of the Year