Grimes Legally Changed Her Name, And You'll Never Guess What It Is

Singer-songwriter Grimes is known for a few things. Her relationship with Elon Musk always gets people talking, her music blends emotion with futuristic charm, and her name alone makes a powerful statement. According to Vulture, the Canadian singer was born as Claire Boucher, but began going by the stage name Grimes in the late 2000s, just ahead of her debut album's release in 2010. She would go on to release her sophomore album that same year.

It wasn't until recent years that Grimes' music really took off, however. Dating Musk, one of the richest men in the United States, certainly piqued interest in her from the general public, and her musical artistry continued to evolve, too. Of course, as her career grew, so did her relationships with other public figures like Azaelia Banks — and not always in the best ways.

What makes Grimes so interesting is her fun but nuanced approach to art. She distorts time and draws on a wealth of pop culture and otherworldly influences. Her song "Player of Games," for example, sees her portrayed as a fantastical humanoid creature. This element elevates her music in fun ways, but it's also a direct representation of who she is and how she lives her life. Most will never forget when she announced the unusual name of her baby with Musk, but equally shocking was when she changed her own name a few years ago.