Biography

“Scrawny” was a name that Jesse Dill was called growing up. Instead of giving it power, he embraced the nickname, made it his own, and used it to form a theme around his music. Focusing on mental health, self-care, and finding worth within, Dill writes lyrics that feel real and relevant. His songs act as an outlet for emotions, and are meant to extend a connection - a helping hand - to anyone who finds meaning in them. His adventure as Scrawny began as an excitement and energy around creating fresh pop music. After taking piano lessons at a young age, Dill taught himself over 11 different instruments, including guitar, bass, drums & ukulele. Spare dollars would go towards new instruments and audio equipment so he could begin producing and developing his own style and sound. Largely influenced by the music of AJR, Twenty Øne Pilots, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, and Coldplay, Scrawny tracks remain inherently pop, while incorporating aspects of folk, alternative rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. While producing for bedroom-pop singer-songwriter Madilyn Mei, Scrawny was inspired to produce a new, exciting version of her viral hit “The Chapel,” titled “Six Legs (tippy tappy toes),” alongside the music that would make up the bulk of his debut album "Out of the Noise," released in June of 2023. Scrawny is on a journey, and he just hopes to find some friends along for the ride.