Date of Birth: June 16, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Jillian Rose Banks, known mononymously as Banks, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician born on June 16, 1988. She gained fame with her dark, alternative R&B sound that combines moody electronic beats with introspective lyrics. Raised in Orange County, California, Banks began writing music as a teenager to cope with her parents’ divorce. She self-released her debut EP, “Fall Over,” in 2013, which garnered attention from music blogs and led to her signing with Harvest Records. Her debut studio album, “Goddess,” released in 2014, was met with critical acclaim and commercial success, establishing her as a prominent figure in the alternative music scene. Banks has since released multiple albums, including “The Altar” (2016) and “III” (2019), and continues to captivate audiences with her haunting vocal style and emotive performances.
5 Interesting Facts about Banks
1. Banks taught herself to play the piano using a toy keyboard given to her by a friend.
2. She initially pursued a career in psychology and holds a bachelor’s degree in the subject from the University of Southern California.
3. Banks has cited Fiona Apple and Lauryn Hill as major influences on her music.
4. She has collaborated with prominent artists and producers, including Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and Shlohmo.
5. Banks often uses abstract and surreal visuals in her music videos to complement the themes of her songs.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Banks
1. “Music was my only way of expressing how I felt when I couldn’t talk to anyone.”
2. “For me, music is a way of communicating the things I can’t put into words.”
3. “I think there’s beauty in vulnerability, and I try to capture that in my songs.”
4. “My music comes from a place of raw emotion, and I hope people can connect with that.”
5. “Creating music is like therapy for me; it’s a way to release everything I’m feeling.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At her peak, Banks’ net worth is estimated to have reached approximately $5 million.
Children
As of the latest available information, Banks does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.hernameisbanks.com
2. [Banks on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/7yO4IdJjCEPz7YgZMe25iS
3. [Banks on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/hernameisbanks/
4. [Banks’ Discography on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/banks-mn0003140868/discography
5. [Banks’ Music Videos on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkXoNEq5F-aA4KDC8y6K3w
