Meghan Trainor is an American singer-songwriter from Massachusetts known for pop and doo-wop–influenced music with elements of R&B and soul. Emerging commercially in the early 2010s, she gained widespread attention for catchy, retro-tinged pop songs characterized by strong melodic hooks, vocal harmonies, and often tongue-in-cheek, empowerment-themed lyrics. Trainor's work frequently incorporates vintage instrumentation and production nods to 1950s–1960s pop, blended with contemporary pop production and hip-hop–influenced beats. Her public profile centers on songwriting, vocal performance, and retro-pop aesthetic.