“I never wanted to write really cheesy pop lyrics - like, 'baby, baby, the sun is shining' - that's not something that interests me personally. I'm always wanting to write something that has some kind of meaning.”

Scottish musician

Lauren Mayberry is a Scottish musician best known as the lead vocalist, percussionist, and co-writer for the pop band Chvrches. She also sings soprano and plays drums and keyboards. With Iain Cook and Martin Doherty, she co-writes and co-produces the band’s songs. Beyond her work in music, she is active as a feminist and philanthropist.