Flowerkid (stylised in all lowercase) is the professional name of Australian music producer, singer, and songwriter Flynn Sant (born c. 2001). Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Sant emerged in the late 2010s and is noted for his emotionally vulnerable pop and alternative‑leaning productions.
Early life and background
Flynn Sant grew up in Western Sydney and left secondary school in Year 10. He was raised in a Catholic household and completed his sacraments at a young age. Sant is a trans man, a fact he has discussed publicly in interviews.
Career
Sant began releasing music under the moniker Flowerkid in 2018. His early singles “Boy with the Winfields and the Wild Heart” (2018) and “Miss Andry” (2020) received full rotation on the national youth broadcaster Triple J in 2019 and 2020, respectively. In 2020, he signed a worldwide recording agreement with Warner Music Australia, Wonderlick, Parlophone, and Atlantic Records.
In November 2021, Flowerkid released the EP Everyone Has a Breaking Point, which featured the single “It’s Happening Again” (featuring Kučka). The EP was followed by the single “Vodka Orange Juice” (2021) and collaborative tracks such as “Running Out of Time” (2022). His second EP, Let It Be Enough, arrived in November 2023, preceded by the title‑track single of the same name.
Flowerkid’s music is characterised by introspective lyricism, melodic pop structures, and production that blends electronic textures with acoustic elements. He has cited Frank Ocean and Miley Cyrus among his artistic influences.
Personal life
Sant has spoken publicly about his gender identity, describing himself as a trans man. He has also discussed how his upbringing and early experiences with religion have informed his songwriting, particularly in tracks such as “I Met the Devil at 4 Years Old”.
Musical style and influences
Flowerkid’s style incorporates alternative pop, electronic production, and singer‑songwriter sensibilities. Critics have noted his ability to convey vulnerability through both vocal delivery and lyrical content. His work has drawn comparisons to contemporary artists such as Frank Ocean, while his live performances often feature minimalist arrangements that highlight his vocal and lyrical presence.
Discography (selected)
Extended plays
- Everyone Has a Breaking Point (2021, Warner Music Australia)
- Let It Be Enough (2023, Warner Music Australia)
Singles (selected)
- “Boy with the Winfields and the Wild Heart” (2018)
- “Miss Andry” (2020)
- “It’s Happening Again” (featuring Kučka) (2021)
- “Vodka Orange Juice” (2021)
- “Set Me Free” (2024)
Awards and nominations
- Nominated for Best Single at the Rolling Stone Australia Awards (2021) for “Miss Andry”.
References
Information compiled from the Wikipedia article “Flowerkid” (accessed April 2026) and associated cited sources within that entry.