Dua Lipa’s road to pop glory began in her bedroom, where she posted covers of her favourite songs online. Her dusky voice and effortless charm turned her into an internet sensation—and they’ve helped her become one of pop’s brightest stars of the ‘10s. Lipa’s knowing presence and cool-girl vibe have made her a muse for mega-producers like Calvin Harris and Diplo, both of whom made her the centrepiece of singles that throw back to the ‘90s while adding cutting-edge touches. Her dance-floor-ready vocals and nonchalant élan might seem contradictory—but that combination makes her music even more electrifying.