Mitski Biography: Age, Parents, Height, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Spouse, Instagram, Career

Mitsuki Laycock, also known as Mitski, is an American singer-songwriter of Japanese-American descent recognized for her emotionally raw, introspective lyrics and genre-blending indie rock sound.

Known for albums such as Bury Me at Makeout Creek, Puberty 2, Be the Cowboy, and The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, she gained widespread acclaim for exploring themes of identity, love, and alienation.

Her 2026 release Nothing’s About to Happen to Me further solidified her status as one of the most influential voices in alternative music.

Mitski
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Mitsuki Laycock
Stage Name:	Mitski
Born:	27 September 1990 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	Mie, Japan
Nationality:	American
Parents:	American father (U.S. State Department); Japanese mother (Miyawaki)
Siblings:	One sister
Occupation:	Singer-Songwriter
Net Worth:	$4 million USD

Early Life and Education

Mitsuki Laycock, born on September 27, 1990, in Mie Prefecture, Japan, to an American father who worked for the U.S. State Department and a Japanese mother. She has one sister, though her name is unknown.

Mitski attended the Alabama School of Fine Arts for high school and initially studied film at Hunter College before transferring to Purchase College’s Conservatory of Music, where she earned a degree in studio composition.

Her ethnicity is Japanese-American, and religion is unknown.

Career

Mitski began her career while studying at Purchase College, self-releasing her first two albums, Lush (2012) and Retired from Sad, New Career in Business (2013). Her breakthrough came with Bury Me at Makeout Creek (2014), followed by the acclaimed Puberty 2 (2016), which brought mainstream attention for its raw emotional depth and indie rock sound.

She achieved major success with Be the Cowboy (2018) and Laurel Hell (2022), earning critical praise and a growing fanbase through tours and festival appearances. Subsequent releases like The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We (2023) showcased evolving artistry with orchestral and country influences.

Mitski has continued to exert significant influence with her 2026 album Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, maintaining a dedicated following through her distinctive songwriting and live performances. Her work has left a lasting mark on alternative and indie music, inspiring artists with its vulnerability and innovation.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @mitskileaks
• Twitter Handle: @mitskileaks

Personal Life

Mitski keeps her personal life highly private and is single with no public relationship history or children. Mitski has spoken openly about themes of displacement, identity, and mental health in her music while maintaining a low public profile outside of her art.

Discography

• Lush (2012)
• Retired from Sad, New Career in Business (2013)
• Bury Me at Makeout Creek (2014)
• Puberty 2 (2016)
• Be the Cowboy (2018)
• Laurel Hell (2022)
• The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We (2023)
• Nothing’s About to Happen to Me (2026)

Net Worth

Mitski has an estimated net worth of $4 million USD, derived primarily from album sales, streaming revenue, extensive touring, merchandise, and licensing of her music. Her independent artistic approach and dedicated fanbase have supported sustained success in the music industry.