Trisha Paytas, a dynamic and often controversial figure in the digital realm, has carved a multifaceted career that extends beyond the boundaries of conventional entertainment. Known for her online antics, philosophical musings, tendency to show up everywhere, and the endless drama that seems to surround her. With such a prolific presence in the internet cultural zeitgeist, it makes sense that the fact that she is the greatest musical talent of our time may be overlooked.
Jokes aside, Trisha is no stranger to the music industry, having appeared in music videos for prominent acts like Amy Winehouse, Eminem and The All-American Rejects. In addition to her online trolling, Paytas has been making music since 2014, when she posted covers of Eartha Kitt's "Santa Baby" and Elvis Presley's "A Little Less Conversation." Paytas would continue posting covers, including her incredibly viral cover of "Shallow" from "A Star Is Born", which is, according to Paytas, "Better than Lady Gaga." Over time, Trisha's covers would become increasingly elaborate, but more on that later.
In 2015, Paytas began releasing original music with her song "Fat Chicks," which received positive press from Business Insider, who called it "the catchiest body empowerment song ever," as well as outlets like The Huffington Post and Cosmopolitan. The song appeared on the Fat Chicks EP, her first of nine extended plays, which includes titles like "Superficial Bitch", "Daddy Issues" (which debuted at 25 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart), "Chicken Fingers and Lipo", "Chicken Parm and Heartbreak", and "Songs From My Kitchen Floor", to name a few. In addition to body positivity, Trisha's music explores several themes such as Christmas and the tangentially related figurehead of the Christian faith, Jesus Christ, who she really really loves.
In 2020, Trisha ventured into the pop punk/emo genre with her Sadboy 2005 music project, adding another dimension to her diverse musical portfolio. While the Sadboy project is an original music venture, it is more known for expertly parodying music videos from My Chemical Romance, including "The Black Parade", "I'm Not Okay", and "The Ghost Of You" and other artists, like Blink/182, Panic! At the Disco, and Fall Out Boy.
Beyond her original releases, she has become known for her elaborate covers, which transcend typical YouTube renditions. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of Trisha's musical endeavors is their high production value and extreme attention to detail---covers of Broadway numbers from shows like the musical adaptation of Bettlejuice or "Suddenly Seymour" from Little Shop of Horrors, are professionally mixed, fully choreographed and shot on elaborate sets.
Her Disney covers, including "What Dreams Are Made Of" from The Lizzie McGuire Movie and "Bet On It" from High School Musical 2 (which also went viral) are nearly identical, shot-for-shot remakes, demonstrating an almost cinematic dedication to recreating the originals. This level of detail elevates her covers from mere renditions to full-blown recreations, capturing the essence of the source material.
Her commitment to the craft, coupled with the professional quality of her productions, solidifies her as a unique presence in the ever-evolving landscape of internet culture and entertainment.
