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Ruth-Anne Cunningham (born 2 April 1986), known professionally as RuthAnne, is an Irish singer-songwriter. She is best known for co-writing "Too Little Too Late", performed by the US singer JoJo, "In the Name of Love" performed by Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha, "Work Bitch" performed by Britney Spears, "Slow Hands" performed by Niall Horan, "Where Do Broken Hearts Go", "No Control" performed by One Direction and "Beautiful World" performed by Westlife. She also wrote and vocally features on the Fifty Shades Darker soundtrack with her song "Pray". In 2013, she also has uncredited vocals for the EDM-oriented song, "All You Need is Love", on Swedish DJ Avicii's True album.

Key Information

On 23 March 2018, Cunningham released her own first single "The Vow". Cunningham's debut album Matters of the Heart was released on 4 October 2019.[1]

Early life

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Cunningham is from Donaghmede, Ireland. Her interest in performing began at the age of 7 and at age 12, Cunningham enrolled in the Billy Barry Stage School.[2]

Music career

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When Cunningham was 17 she travelled to the U.S. for the first time where she co-wrote JoJo's hit single "Too Little Too Late" with Billy Steinberg and Josh Alexander.[3][4] It went from number 66 to number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in just one week. She was awarded the ASCAP Songwriters Best Pop Award at the 24th Annual ASCAP Awards in 2007 for "Too Little Too Late."

In 2018, she won two BMI awards for global hits "Slow Hands" by Niall Horan and "In the Name of Love" by Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha.[5]

On 13 July 2018, Cunningham supported Canadian singer Alanis Morissette at the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith, London on her international tour.[6]

On 17 December, she performed in her hometown Dublin at the Olympia Theatre supporting another Irish artist, Hozier.[7]

In 2020, Cunningham was part of an Irish collective of female singers and musicians called Irish Women in Harmony, that recorded a version of the song "Dreams" in aid of the charity Safe Ireland, which deals with domestic abuse which had reportedly risen significantly during the COVID-19 lockdown.[8]

Awards

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She won an ASCAP Pop Award in 2007 for "Too Little Too Late."[9][10]

In 2023 RuthAnne was named Goss.ie’s Artist of the Year.[11]

Discography

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Singles

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As lead artist

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Year Title Peak chart positions Album
IRE
[12]
2008 "Take Me Away" 13 Non-album single
2018 "The Vow" - Matters of the Heart
2018 "Take My Place" - Matters of the Heart
2018 "Liquid" - Matters of the Heart
2018 "It Is What It Is" - Matters of the Heart
2019 "Survivor" - Non-album single
2019 "Love Again" - Matters of the Heart
2019 "Superman" - Matters of the Heart
2019 "Unrequited" - Matters of the Heart
2019 "Cold Water" - Non-album single
2020 "Remember This" - The Way I Love You
2021 "F.L.Y." - The Way I Love You
2021 "Safe Place" - The Way I Love You
2023 "The Vow (Acoustic)" - Non-album single
2025 "The Way I'm Wired" - Non-album single
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Year Title Peak chart positions Album
IRE
[12] 		UK
[13]
2012 "Remedy"
(Professor Green featuring Ruth Anne) 		26 18 At Your Inconvenience
2013 "Heart Attack"
(Major Look featuring RuthAnne) 		– – Non-album single
2014 "Missing You"
(Cedric Gervais featuring Rooty) 		– – TBA
2015 "Paper dolls"
(Rob Thomas featuring Rooty) 		– – The great unknown
2016 "Love's Just a Feeling"
(Lindsey Stirling featuring Rooty) 		– – Brave Enough
2017 "Pray"
(JRY featuring Rooty) 		– – Fifty Shades Darker: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
2018 "15 Sleeps"
(KO:YU featuring RuthAnne) 		– – Non-album single
2023 "Anyway"
(Cash Cash featuring RuthAnne) 		– – Non-album single
2023 "Feel The Same"
(Ian Asher featuring RuthAnne) 		– – Non-album single
2023 "Honey"
(DecPierce featuring RuthAnne) 		– – Non-album single

Songwriting

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Artist Date Album Song Co-Written With Charts and Awards
JoJo 2006 The High Road Too Little Too Late Billy Steinberg Peaked at No. 4 in the Official UK Chart [14]
ABREU 2007 Anna Abreu Are You Ready Daniel O'Donoghue
Katharine McPhee Katharine McPhee Over It Billy Steinberg, Josh Alexander
Sarah Connor 2008 Sexy As Hell Fall Apart Evan "Kidd" Boggart, Franne Golde, Jonathan Rotem
Newton Faulkner 2009 Rebuilt By Humans Over & Out Ben Earle, Craigie Dodds, Newton Faulkner
Tata Young Ready for Love Perfection Billy Steinberg, Shelly Peiken, Josh Alexander, Leona Lewis
Sasha-Lee Sasha-Lee Waiting Room Christopher Lee-Joe, Phillippe-Marc Arquetil
Pixie Lott Turn It Up My Love Jonas Jeberg, Pixie Lott, Mich Hansen
Turn It Up
Broken Arrow Pixie Lott, Toby Gad
Nadine Coyle 2010 Insatiable Runnin' Julian Bunetta
Devlin bud, sweat & beers World Stills Turns Ben Kohn, James Devlin, Peter Kalleher, Tom Barnes
Pixie Lott 2011 Young Foolish Happy Love You To Death Toby Gad, Pixie Lott
Baptiste Giabiconi 2012 Oxygen Sliding Doors Ed Drewett, Pete Martin
The Game, Elijah Blake Jesus Piece Freedom A. Thompson, C. MannD. Crawford, J. Taylor, S. Fenton
Britney Spears 2013 Britney Jean Work Bitch Anthony Preston, Britney Spears, Otto Jettman, Sebastian Ingrosso, William Adams
Avicii True All You Need is Love Ash Pournouri, Tim Bergling
Girls' Generation 2014 I GOT A BOY (the 4th album) Baby Maybe Cutfather
Alex & Sierra It's About Us Here We Go Julian Bunetta,

Alex Kinsey, John Shanks, Sierra Deaton

All for You Alex Kinsey, John Ryan, Sierra Deaton
Almost Home Alex Kinsey, John Shanks, Sierra Deaton, Ali Tamposi, Sam Hollander
Little Do You Know Sierra Deaton, Toby Gad, Ali Tamposi
Give Me Something Alex Kinsey, Eddie Serrano, John Ryan, Sierra Deaton
One Direction FOUR No Control John Ryan, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, Julian Bunetta, Jamie Scott
Where Do Broken Hearts Go Julian Bunetta, Ali Tamposi, Teddy Geiger, Harry Styles
Grace Potter 2015 Midnight Look What We've Become Daniel Merriweather, Eric Valentine, Grace Potter, Matt Radosevich
Lawson Lawson We Are Kings Andy Brown, Gary Go, John Shanks
ARTY, Ray Dalton Glorious Stronger Artem Stolyarov, Ray Dalton, Hit-Man, Toby Gad
The Mowgli's Kids In Love Love Me Anyway Joshua Hogan, Matt Radosevich
You're Not Alone Joshua Hogan, Matt Radosevich, Colin Dieden
Classy X Factor Indonesia Part 2 Lebih Dari Kekasihku Matt Rad
Pentatonix Pentatonix (Deluxe Version) Misbehavin' Matt Radosevich, Mitch Grassi, Scott Hoying
Empire Cast, Jamila Velazquez, Raquel Castro, Yani Marin 2016 Empire: Original Soundtrack, Season 2, Volume 2 (deluxe) Crown Empire Cast, Jamila Velazquez, Raquel Castro, Yani Marin
Martin Garrix, Bebe Rexha non-album single In the Name of Love Martijn Garritsen, Matthew Radosevich, Stephen Philibin, Yael Nahar, Ilsey Juber Peaked at no. 9 in the official UK chart [15]
Tiësto, John Legend A Town Called Paradise (Japanese Special Addition) Summer Nights John Ryan, Sergio Popken, Tijs Verwest, Teddy Geiger
Thirdstory Searching G Train Ben Lusher, Elliott Skinner, James Ho, Jon Levine, Richard Saunders
Empire Cast, Becky G, Raquel Castro Do It Empire: The Complete Season 2 Christopher J Baran, Jonathan Rotem
Empire Cast, Jamila Velazquez, Raquel Castro, Yani Marin Mimosa Christopher J Baran, Jonathan Rotem, Teal Douville
Zac Samuel, Moon Willis, Tayá Non-album Single Never Letting Go Henry Durham, Zac Samuel, Tom Aspaul, Benjamin Ross Ash, Julian Bunetta
Hey Violet 2017 From The Outside All We Ever Wanted Casey Moreta, Miranda Miller, Nia Lovelis, Rena Lovelis, Julian Bunetta, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Dallas Koehlke, Teddy Geiger
Niall Horan Flicker Slow Hands Niall Horan, Alexander Izquierdo, John Ryan, Julian Bunetta, Tobias Jesso Jr. "Slow Hands" charted within the top 10 in the charts of Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
You and Me Matt Radosevich, Niall Horan
Since We're Alone Greg Kurstin, Dan Wilson, Niall Horan
Fire Away Niall Horan, Julian Bunetta, John Ryan
Seeing Blind Matt Radosevich, Niall Horan
Lea Michele Places Proud John Shanks
Samantha Jade non-album single Nothing Without You Jennifer Decilveo
Black Saint Never Did This Before Jermaine Davis, Justin Osuji
Thirdstory, Brasstracks 2018 For Those Who Know Too Far Too Fast Benjamin Lusher, Conor Szymanski, Elliott Skinner, Ivan Rosenberg, Richard Saunders
John Legend A Legendary Christmas No Place Like Home John Stephens
Thirdstory Cold Heart Goodbye My Friend Ben Lusher, Elliott Skinner, James Ho, Richard Saunders
Hit The Ceiling Ben Lusher, Elliott Skinner, James Ho, Richard Saunders
On and On Ben Lusher, Elliott Skinner, James Ho, Richard Saunders
Thirdstory, Eryn Allen Kane Still In Love Ben Lusher, Bryan Kennedy, Elliott Skinner, Richard Saunders
Thirdstory Grows Old Allison Ponthier, Ben Lusher, Elliott Skinner, James Ho, Richard Saunders
Jamie Joseph Mutual Danger Can't Seem to Change Jamie Joseph Halligan
Felix Jaehn, Marc E. Bassy, Gucci Mane I Cool Felix Jaehn, Jonas Jeberg, Radric Davis, Rick Markowitz, Micah Premnath, Scott Harris
King Calaway 2019 Rivers Rivers Bruce Feelder, Peter John Reese Rycroft, Tom Walker, Peter Rycroft (Lostboy), Teddy Geiger
Jez Dior Handle With Care Cocaine Chris Wallace, Jez Dior, Matt Radosevich, Ed Drewett
Lost Kings, Wiz Khalifa, Social House Non-album single Don't Kill My High Cameron Thomaz, Charles Michael Anderson, Michael David Foster, Norris Shanholtz, Robert Abisi, Sabrina Louise Bernstein, Alexander Izquierdo,
Liam Payne LP1 Both Ways Liam Payne, Stephanie Jones, Andrew Haas, Ian Franzino
In Real Life She Do She Do Ben Free, Brandon Arreaga, Conor Smith, Kendrick Nicholls, Sherwyn Nicholls, Ian Franzino, Jake Sinclair, John Ryan, Mike Sabath
TIA RAY, Gallant non-album single Trust Myself GallantStint, TIA RAY, busbee
Ship Wrek Wait for You Michael Matosic
Max George Better On Me Cj Baran, Dan Goldberger, David Dalquist, J.R. Rotem, Jason Desrouleaux, Pat Morrissey,
Black Saint, Sam Fischer Everybody Wants You Justin Osuji, ØJM, Sam Fischer, Autumn Rowe
Irish Women In Harmony 2020 Together at Christmas Darren Emilio Lewis, Iyiola Babatunde Babalola, ØJM
Lost + Found, Zac Samuel Ghosted Louis Schoorl, Ollie Marland, Tom Parker
Lindsey Stirling, Kiesza "Azur Lane" Original Video Game Soundtrack What You're Made Of Gladius, Lindsey Stirling, Wendy Wang
Fedde Le Grand, Ally Brooke non-album single Gatekeeper Allyson Brooke Hernandez, Fedde Le Grand, Josh Wilkinson, BullySongs
Sam Sparro Boombox Eternal Love Like That Samuel Falson
Niall Horan Heartbreak Weather San Francisco Julian Bunetta, Tobias Jesso Jr., Niall Horan
Night to Meet Ya Tobias Jesso Jr., Julian Bunetta, Scott Harris, Niall Horan
Lawson Hell Yeah Four Conor O’Donohoe, Josh Wilkinson, OJM
Erica-Cody 2021 Love & Light Gratitude Alex O’Keeffe, Anderson Egbadon, Erica-Cody, Kennedy Smith
Cheat Codes, PRINCE$$ ROSIE HELLRAISERS, Part 2 Horror Movie Beau Nox, Corey Sanders, Kevin Pederson, Matthew Russell Elifritz,
CHIKA ONCE UPON A TIME CINDERELLA Pt. 2 McClenney, CHIKA
Lost + Found non-album single Searching OJM, Tom Parker, James Newman, Julian Bunetta
Diana Ross Thank You I Still Believe Violet Skies, Autumn Rowe, Charlie McClean
Sam Henshaw 2022 Untidy Soul Enough Matt Rad, Rahki Smith, Samm Henshaw
MISIA Non-album single Every Wish Deserves A Dream Emily Bear, Lindy Robbins, Toby Gad
Sofia Reyes 2023 MILAMORES Luna K Sotomayor, Sofía Reyes, Olivia Sebastianelli, Thom Bridges
Zak Abel, Alan Walker Walkerworld Endless Summer Alan Walker, Fredrik Borch Olsen, Gunnar Greve, Marcus Arnbekk, Mats Lie Skåre, Oliver John Marland, Oliver Geoffrey, Zak Abel
Kelly Clarkson Chemistry did you know Chris Kelly, Jesse Shatkin, Kelly Clarkson, John Ryan
SWITCHDISCO Non-album single VACANCY Dan Creasy, John Nicholas Ealand Morgan, Nikos Kalogerias, William Martyn Morris Lansley
Måneskin RUSH (ARE YOU COMING) OFF MY FACE Benjamin Berger, Damiano David, Ethan Torchio, Thomas Raggi, Victoria De Angelis, Nick Gale, Ryan Rabin
The Inner Voices 2024 non-album single Still In Love Benjamin Lusher, Bryan Kennedy, Dylan Day, Elliott Skinner, Richard Saunders, Warren Felder
Lucas Estrada, Social Club Famous Lucas Carlson Estrada, Oliver John Marland, Ollie Green
Rita Ora, Gryffin PULSE LAST OF US Dan Griffith, Rita Ora, Sam Brennan, Tom Hollings, Rob Harvey, Sam Brennan
Erica-Cody non-album single Love Me Like I Do Erica-Cody, Richey McCourt, Aimee Fitzpatrick
Galantis non-album single 8 Days Christian "Bloodshy" Karlsson, Henrik Jonback, Cathy Dennis, Christian Karlsson
Ella Henderson Non-Album Single Alibi (feat. Rudimental) Artis Ivey Jr, Doug Rasheed, John MorganLarry Sanders, Stevie Wonder, Will Lansley, Maegan Cottone, Olivia Sebastianelli, Ella Henderson

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RuthAnne, born Ruth-Anne Cunningham in 1988 in , , , is an acclaimed , , and renowned for her contributions to contemporary . She gained early international recognition at age 17 by co-writing the hit single "Too Little Too Late" for American singer , which peaked at number 3 on the chart. Over her two-decade career, RuthAnne has collaborated with major artists including , , , and , penning multi-platinum global No. 1 hits and amassing over 10 billion streams. Her songwriting has earned her two Grammy nominations: the first in 2019 for her contributions to John Legend's album A Legendary Christmas, and the second in for co-writing tracks on Diana Ross's Thank You. Relocating from Dublin to Los Angeles at 17 to pursue her passion for music, RuthAnne quickly established herself in the industry, blending influences from gritty 1990s R&B, soul, and Celtic roots into her versatile style. As a performer, she has released albums such as Matters of the Heart (2019) and The Moment (2025), showcasing her powerhouse vocals and introspective lyrics, while her debut book, It's Not Just a Song (2025), offers an insider's perspective on the songwriting world. Signed to Sony/ATV since 2010, she continues to balance her roles as a touring artist, mother, and influential figure in pop, with recent projects emphasizing her Irish heritage and personal storytelling.

Biography

Early life

Ruth-Anne Cunningham was born on April 2, 1986, in , a suburb of north , . Growing up in a musically inclined family, she was the daughter of Brian and Berna Cunningham, both of whom played guitar and sang in local churches, fostering an environment rich with musical exposure. Her parents provided strong encouragement for her interest in the , supporting her pursuits despite a broader family tendency to discourage full-time music careers. Cunningham's passion for performance emerged early, as she began participating in local theater and school productions at the age of seven. Her first public singing appearance came that year during a family holiday in , where she entered a karaoke contest and performed Olivia Newton-John's "." This initial foray marked the start of her onstage experiences, which continued through community events and school activities in . At age 12, she enrolled in the renowned Billy Barry Stage School in , a training ground for young performers that honed her vocal techniques and stage presence through classes in singing, acting, and dance. During her teenage years, Cunningham balanced her secondary school studies with growing musical ambitions, completing her Leaving Certificate exams while nurturing her creative interests. Around age 15, she began experimenting with songwriting, building on earlier compositional efforts that dated back to childhood, often drawing inspiration from personal experiences and the soulful R&B influences she admired. These initial attempts laid the groundwork for her evolving artistry, as she juggled academic responsibilities with rehearsals and informal performances in local venues.

Personal life

RuthAnne Cunningham married songwriter and producer Ollie Marland in May 2022 after meeting through mutual friends in the music industry. The couple resides in with their two daughters, Lily-Mae, born in November 2021, and Monroe, born in 2024. Family life has provided Cunningham with a sense of stability amid her professional demands, as she has described the joys of parenthood balancing the challenges of chronic health issues. Cunningham was diagnosed with in her early 30s after years of severe symptoms including debilitating , extreme fatigue, and episodes that left her or collapsing in public. The condition, which she describes as affecting the entire body both mentally and physically rather than solely reproductive , has profoundly impacted her daily life, often limiting her ability to perform routine tasks or maintain consistent energy for creative work. This chronic illness has also influenced her songwriting, channeling experiences of pain and isolation into themes of resilience and vulnerability. In response to her diagnosis, Cunningham has become a vocal advocate for endometriosis awareness, using social media platforms like and to share personal accounts of her struggles, including graphic representations of pain to educate the public. As of 2025, she continues to support "endo warriors" through public statements and music releases that address the condition's invisibility and diagnostic delays, emphasizing the need for greater research and empathy. Her advocacy efforts have included collaborations with organizations to highlight how symptoms like chronic fatigue can disrupt professional lives, briefly delaying aspects of her music career during acute flare-ups. During her early career in the music industry, particularly in and Nashville, Cunningham experienced in professional settings, including an incident at a writing camp where she was assaulted by an individual who had targeted other female songwriters. These traumatic events, which she later shared with peers to uncover patterns of misconduct, have shaped her songwriting themes, infusing her work with explorations of power dynamics, survival, and empowerment in the industry. In September 2025, Cunningham released her debut book, It's Not Just a Song: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Hit Songs and Navigating the Music Industry, which blends with practical advice, detailing her personal journey of resilience amid health battles, assaults, and industry obstacles. The book draws from her experiences to offer insights on overcoming adversity, positioning it as a resource for aspiring artists facing similar personal and professional hurdles.

Career

Songwriting beginnings

Ruth-Anne Cunningham entered the professional songwriting scene as a teenager, co-writing her first major hit, "Too Little Too Late," for American singer JoJo in 2006 when she was just 17 years old. The track, produced by Billy Steinberg and Josh Alexander, debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the largest single-week jump to the Top 10 in the chart's history at that time, and was certified Gold by the RIAA for 500,000 units sold by 2007. This breakthrough earned Cunningham the ASCAP Pop Award for Most Performed Songs in 2007, solidifying her early reputation in pop ballad crafting. After her early success, Cunningham continued building her songwriting career, co-writing tracks like "Beautiful World" for (2005) and contributing to Pixie Lott's albums, such as "Turn It Up" from 2009 and "Love You to Death" from 2011, where she focused on blending vulnerability with catchy melodies. These works showcased her emerging role as a creator in the UK pop landscape, often traveling between , , and . As a young female songwriter navigating the industry, Cunningham faced significant challenges, including the abrupt immersion into a "really grown-up world" far removed from her experiences in Ireland, compounded by the demands of relocation and building networks in a competitive, often male-dominated environment. By 2010, her early compositions had amassed substantial commercial impact, with "" alone surpassing 500,000 digital sales and contributing to millions in global streams and sales across her initial catalog, establishing her as a promising talent. She also provided backing vocals on tracks by artists like during this period, serving as a bridge to her later performing endeavors.

Recording and performing

RuthAnne transitioned from behind-the-scenes songwriting to a performing artist with the release of her debut single as a lead artist, "The Vow," on March 23, 2018. Produced by Future Cut and RuthAnne herself, the track featured a folksy melody and heartfelt lyrics drawing from her Irish roots, marking her first solo outing under the RuthAnne moniker. Initially released independently, it gained significant traction after featuring in the 2019 finale of ITV's Love Island, debuting at number 9 on the Irish Singles Chart and reaching number 5 on the Global Shazam Chart; by 2023, renewed virality from its use in a celebrity engagement video propelled it to number 1 on Irish iTunes and into the UK Top 40 as an indie release. Building on this momentum, RuthAnne released her debut album Matters of the Heart on October 4, 2019, via The Other Songs. The 15-track collection explored themes of love, vulnerability, heartbreak, hope, and personal growth through her twenties, reflecting her evolution into an independent artist with songs like "Take My Place," "Unrequited," and "Take What I Can Get" highlighting emotional introspection and soulful pop arrangements. Critics praised the album for showcasing her rich, powerful voice and authentic storytelling, positioning her as a compelling solo performer distinct from her songwriting collaborators. Prior to her solo debut, RuthAnne had established herself as a featured vocalist on several tracks, beginning with "Remedy" alongside in 2012, where her hook contributed to the single's release from his album At Your Inconvenience. Subsequent appearances included "Heart Attack" with Major Look in and uncredited vocals on EDM tracks that year, followed by her co-written and featured contribution to "Pray" on the 2017 Fifty Shades Darker soundtrack, and a 2023 collaboration on Cash Cash's "Anyway." These features often drew from her songwriting expertise, blending her vocal style with diverse genres. RuthAnne's live performances emphasized her dynamic stage presence, with tours supporting major acts like , , , and in the years leading to her debut album. Following Matters of the Heart, she headlined festivals such as Blue Balls and performed at events including , Sound City, and The Great Escape, delivering intimate sets that highlighted her acoustic roots and powerful delivery. She has also appeared at the International Songwriting Retreat, contributing to workshops and live sessions that align with her dual role as artist and mentor. In 2025, RuthAnne returned with the single "The Way I'm Wired," released on March 19, addressing themes of amid chronic illness, specifically her experiences with . The track's music video featured real "Endo Warriors" to raise awareness, and promotional efforts included acoustic performances from personal settings and a concert appearance, underscoring her commitment to vulnerability in performance. In October 2025, RuthAnne released her second studio album, The Moment, which includes the single "The Way I'm Wired" and further explores themes of personal resilience and .

Discography

Albums

RuthAnne's debut studio album, Matters of the Heart, was released on October 4, 2019, through the independent label The Other Songs. The album, comprising 15 tracks, draws thematic inspiration from the artist's personal journey, chronicling her transition from a sheltered upbringing in Ireland to the challenges of pursuing music in , with a focus on emotional vulnerability and romantic introspection. Producers involved included Future Cut, , and Malay, contributing to its pop-oriented sound infused with soulful elements. The track listing for Matters of the Heart is as follows:
  • Take My Place
  • Unrequited
  • Take What I Can Get
  • You Don't Have a Heart
  • Superman
  • It Is What It Is
  • Too Young
  • Liquid
  • Waterfalls (Live at Drury Lane Studios)
  • Love Again
  • My Mind (Interlude)
  • For the One I Love
  • Honest Man
  • The Vow
  • Move Me
Although specific album chart positions are limited, singles from the album, such as "Love Again," reached number 1 on the Irish iTunes chart and number 37 on the UK iTunes chart upon release. The album's artwork features a close-up portrait of RuthAnne in soft lighting, symbolizing intimate self-reflection. RuthAnne's second studio album, The Moment, followed on October 10, 2025, marking her return after a six-year gap and again released independently. This 11-track project delves deeper into personal themes of love, loss, motherhood, resilience, and womanhood, inspired by the artist's experiences as a mother and her reflections on life's pivotal moments. Production credits highlight collaborations with songwriters and producers who enhanced its emotional depth, though specific names beyond featured artists were not detailed in announcements. The track listing for The Moment includes:
  • Complete Me
  • Through It All
  • The Best Is Yet to Come (featuring Patrick Droney)
  • The Vow (Duet) (featuring Luke Burr)
  • Your Beginning
  • Queen of LA
  • The Way I'm Wired
  • Words
  • My Greatest Joy
  • Honey
  • The Moment
As a recent release, commercial performance data for The Moment remains emerging, with early singles like "Complete Me" generating playlist traction on platforms such as . The album's artwork portrays RuthAnne in a dynamic, ethereal pose against a starry backdrop, evoking themes of transformation and .

Singles

RuthAnne's singles career began with her debut release in , marking her entry as a performing artist alongside her songwriting work. Her releases often blend pop and electronic elements, with several gaining traction through streaming and television placements. As a lead artist, her singles have primarily been independent or under small labels, focusing on personal themes like and resilience. Notable chart success came early with her first single and later with viral moments for others.

Lead artist singles

YearTitlePeak chart positionsCertificationsAlbumLabelNotes
2008"Take Me Away"IRE: 13—Non-album singleEarsex RecordsDebut single; written by RuthAnne.
2018"Take My Place"——Matters of the Heart—Promotional single.
2018"Liquid"——Matters of the Heart——
2018"It Is What It Is"——Matters of the Heart——
2018"The Vow"UK Sales: 31—Matters of the Heart—Later topped Irish iTunes in 2019 after Love Island feature; acoustic and duet versions released in 2023.
2019"Love Again"——Matters of the Heart——
2019"Superman"——Matters of the HeartThe Other SongsCo-written and produced with Justin Osuji.
2019"Survivor"——Non-album single——
2019"Unrequited"——Matters of the Heart——
2019"Cold Water"——Non-album single——
2020"Remember This"——The Way I Love You——
2021"The Way I Love You"——The Way I Love You (EP)—Lead single from EP.
2021"F.L.Y."——The Way I Love You——
2021"Safe Place"——The Way I Love You——
2023"The Vow (Acoustic)"——Non-album single——
2025"The Way I'm Wired"——The MomentMná MusicAddresses endometriosis; music video features Endo Warriors.
2025"Complete Me"——The MomentMná MusicPrecedes album release.
YearTitlePeak chart positionsCertificationsAlbumLabelNotes
2012"Remedy" (Professor Green featuring RuthAnne)UK: 18
IRE: 26		—At Your InconvenienceRemixes by ILS and Wilkinson released.
2013"Heart Attack" (Major Look featuring RuthAnne)——Heart Attack (EP)EP with multiple remixes including Pixel Fist and Teddy Killerz.
2014"Missing You" (Cedric Gervais featuring RuthAnne)——TBA——
2015"Paper Dolls" (Rob Thomas featuring RuthAnne)——The Great Unknown—
2016"Love's Just a Feeling" (Lindsey Stirling featuring RuthAnne)———
2017"Pray" (JRY featuring RuthAnne)—— ()—
2018"15 Sleeps" (KO:YU featuring RuthAnne)——Non-album singleElectronic dance track.
2023"Anyway" (Cash Cash featuring RuthAnne)——Non-album singleBig Beat Records—
2023"Feel The Same" (Ian Asher featuring RuthAnne)——Non-album single——
2023"Honey" (DecPierce featuring RuthAnne)——Non-album single——
RuthAnne's non-album singles and promotional releases, such as acoustic versions and duets, often serve to extend the reach of her core tracks, with "The Vow" exemplifying this through its multiple iterations and sync placements. Her 2025 releases align with the promotion of her second studio album, The Moment.

Awards and nominations

Grammy nominations

RuthAnne received her first Grammy nomination in 2019 for co-writing the track "No Place Like Home" on John Legend's album A Legendary Christmas, which was nominated in the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards. This recognition highlighted her growing influence in pop songwriting, following earlier successes with BMI awards for songs like "Slow Hands" by Niall Horan. Her second nomination came in 2023 for co-writing "I Still Believe" on Diana Ross's album Thank You, earning a nod in the same Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category at the . RuthAnne described the achievement as a "pinch me" moment, expressing profound excitement about collaborating with an icon like Ross and the validation it brought to her career. These nominations significantly elevated RuthAnne's visibility in the music industry, positioning her as a sought-after songwriter for high-profile artists and underscoring her versatility in blending contemporary pop with traditional elements. They also inspired her to share insights into songwriting through her 2025 book It's Not Just a Song, where she reflects on the prestige of Grammy recognition.

Other awards

In 2007, RuthAnne received the ASCAP Pop Award for Most Performed Songs from ASCAP's Pop Music Awards for her co-writing contributions to JoJo's "," recognizing the track's widespread airplay and commercial success. She earned multiple BMI Pop Awards in 2018, including honors for co-writing Horan's "Slow Hands" and and Bebe Rexha's "In the Name of Love," celebrating the songs' high performance metrics on radio and streaming platforms that year. In 2023, RuthAnne was awarded at the Goss.ie Women of the Year Awards, acknowledging her multifaceted contributions as a songwriter and performer in the Irish scene. RuthAnne has also received BRIT nominations in the UK, notably for of the Year in 2025 for co-writing "Alibi" by featuring , underscoring her ongoing influence in contemporary pop collaborations. These accolades, totaling at least four major wins across her career, highlight RuthAnne's pivotal role in pop songwriting, from early breakthroughs in the US market to sustained recognition in UK and Irish industries for crafting chart-topping hits that blend emotional depth with commercial appeal.

Songwriting credits

Early hits

Ruth-Anne Cunningham's breakthrough as a songwriter came in 2006 at the age of 17, when she co-wrote "" for American singer JoJo's second studio album, The High Road. The track, developed during a collaborative session in with established writers and , captured themes of regret and empowerment in a pop-R&B style that resonated widely. Released as the album's , it jumped from number 66 to number 3 on the —the largest chart jump to the top three for any song at the time—and achieved top-10 status in six other countries, solidifying its global impact. The success of the song, which became JoJo's biggest commercial hit, propelled Cunningham into the spotlight and marked her entry as a professional songwriter. This early triumph established Cunningham in the music industry, leading to her first publishing deals and opportunities for further collaborations. By 2010, she had signed with Sony/ATV as a songwriter and producer, enabling her to build a portfolio of credits through targeted sessions in major hubs like . One notable outcome was her co-writing of "Broken Arrow" for British artist Pixie Lott's debut album Turn It Up, crafted during London-based writing camps with Lott and producer ; the mid-tempo ballad about heartbreak reached the UK Top 20 and highlighted Cunningham's versatility in pop songcraft. These foundational successes in the late laid the groundwork for her transition to broader US-based projects.

Major collaborations

In the early 2010s, based in , RuthAnne began networking extensively with major labels and producers, adapting her songwriting to blend pop sensibilities with emerging EDM and fusion styles. This facilitated high-profile opportunities, including her co-writing of ' 2013 single "Work Bitch" alongside , Otto Knows, , and Preston. The track debuted at No. 12 on the , marking Spears' highest-charting lead single debut at the time and achieving platinum certification in multiple countries. RuthAnne's collaborations extended to boy band One Direction, for whom she co-wrote "No Control" and "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" on their 2014 album Four, contributing to the project's multi-platinum success and global chart dominance. She also partnered with DJ Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha on the 2016 EDM-pop hit "In the Name of Love," which amassed over 1.6 billion streams and earned platinum certifications worldwide. Another notable effort was her work on Hey Violet's "All We Ever Wanted" from their 2017 album From the Outside, showcasing her versatility in pop-rock arrangements. A pivotal partnership came in 2017 with , where RuthAnne co-wrote "Slow Hands" during sessions in for his debut solo album Flicker, drawing from personal experiences to craft its introspective lyrics. This collaboration became Horan's highest-charting solo single to date, peaking at No. 7 on the and earning multi-platinum certifications, including 3x platinum in the US. RuthAnne's songwriting also earned Grammy nominations for her contributions to John Legend's 2018 holiday album , where she co-wrote several tracks blending soul and festive elements, and for co-writing the title track and others on Diana Ross's 2021 album Thank You, infusing pop-soul with empowering messages. These works highlighted her range in collaborating with legendary artists and contributed to her critical acclaim. Across her portfolio of over 130 songwriting credits with artists like these, RuthAnne's contributions have surpassed 12 billion global streams as of 2025, underscoring her enduring impact on international pop and electronic music.

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