Chappell Roan: The Midwest Sensation Soars to New Heights in 2025

LOS ANGELES, California — Chappell Roan, known as the ‘Midwest Princess,’ continues her remarkable ascent in 2025 after a stellar year in 2024, marked by major award wins and chart-topping hits. The singer’s recent single releases and festival appearances have fueled growing excitement among fans.

Roan, who captured attention with her infectious songs ‘Good Luck, Babe,’ ‘Hot to Go,’ and ‘Pink Pony Club,’ won big at the Grammys and the MTV Video Music Awards. Her latest album, released in September 2023, debuted at number one in the UK charts, solidifying her status in the pop music landscape.

Born Kayleigh Rose Amstutz on February 19, 1998, in Missouri, Roan adopted her stage name in 2016. She refers to her sound as ‘slumber party pop,’ blending indie and synth-pop with distinctive 80s influences. ‘Good Luck, Babe,’ her breakout single, reached number two on the UK charts and has been certified 2x Platinum by the BPI.

On the significance of her stage name, Roan recently shared, ‘I named this project after you to honor your name and your never-ending love,’ in a heartfelt Instagram post dedicated to her late grandfather, Dennis Chappell.

Currently, she is on her ‘The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess’ tour, having just completed the UK leg with notable performances in Glasgow, London, and Manchester. The U.S. leg is still in progress, and she is set to headline at major festivals including Reading & Leeds alongside artists like Travis Scott, Hozier, and Bring Me The Horizon in August.

In addition to her festival commitments, Roan enthralled audiences as a supporting act on Olivia Rodrigo‘s world tour. ‘I absolutely adore her,’ Rodrigo remarked while introducing Roan on stage, highlighting their friendship and mutual respect.

By 2024, ticket sales and streaming numbers reflected Roan’s rapidly growing fanbase. Her appearances at Coachella, Lollapalooza, and various late-night talk shows have only added to her mainstream appeal. The reverberations of her hit ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ were particularly palpable on TikTok, contributing to its viral success.

Despite this accelerated rise to fame, Roan emphasizes her dedication to authenticity in her music. ‘I’m just making songs that make me feel happy and fun,’ she said regarding her recent country-inspired single, which prompts speculation about a possible country album in the future.

In February, Roan contributed to the Give a Frock auction, donating an elaborate costume to support victims of the recent LA wildfires. The fundraiser saw her glittering blue leotard sell for an astonishing $88,900. ‘It’s important to give back to the community, especially in times of need,’ she stated.

With a major spotlight on her, Chappell Roan has also transitioned into a relationship, confirming she has been dating someone for six months as of March 2025. While she remained private about her partner, she expressed contentment in the relationship, contrasting her previous single life. ‘I think it would actually be a nightmare’ to date now, given her newfound fame, she admitted.

As 2025 progresses, fans can anticipate more performances, music releases, and perhaps a new album on the horizon. Chappell Roan’s journey has only just begun, and her determination to create art that resonates with listeners remains at the forefront of her ambitions.