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Ariane Roy

Ariane Roy is a Québécois pop singer-songwriter from Quebec City, Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ariane Roy (born March 19, 1997) is a Québécois pop singer-songwriter from Quebec City, Quebec. She released her debut album, *Medium plaisir*, in 2022 and followed with *Dogue* in 2025. Her work has received recognition from Canadian music awards and competitions, including Polaris and the Juno Awards.

Early life and background

Ariane Roy was born on March 19, 1997, and is from Quebec City, Quebec. She is identified as a Québécois singer-songwriter working in francophone pop.

Career

Roy built her profile through Canadian Francophone music competitions and media attention before releasing her debut album *Medium plaisir* in 2022. She later released *Dogue* in 2025 and continued to tour and record as a rising figure in Quebec pop.

Recognition

Roy has received several forms of recognition, including finalist status in Francouvertes and award nominations connected to her recordings and music videos. Her 2025 album *Dogue* was longlisted for the Polaris Music Prize and shortlisted in Juno-related recognition for Francophone Album of the Year.

Style and themes

Sources describe Roy's music as pop or alt-pop with French lyrics, combining intimacy, energy, and contrast. Her work is often associated with personal writing and contemporary Québec pop aesthetics.

Key facts

  • Ariane Roy is a Quebec City–based Québécois singer-songwriter.
  • Her debut studio album *Medium plaisir* was released in 2022.
  • Her second studio album *Dogue* was released on March 28, 2025, and longlisted for the 2025 Polaris Music Prize.
  • She was a finalist in the 2020 Francouvertes competition.
  • Her song “Ta main” was named Révélation Radio-Canada 2021–2022.
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Canadian context

Ariane Roy is a Canadian Francophone artist from Quebec City, and her career is tied to Quebec’s music scene and national Canadian awards such as the Polaris Music Prize and the Juno Awards.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ariane Roy?
Ariane Roy is a Québécois singer-songwriter from Quebec City, known for francophone pop music.
When was Ariane Roy born?
She was born on March 19, 1997.
What was Ariane Roy’s debut album?
Her debut studio album was *Medium plaisir*, released in 2022.
What is Ariane Roy’s second album?
Her second studio album is *Dogue*, released on March 28, 2025.
What awards or recognition has she received?
Her work has been recognized by Francouvertes, Polaris-related longlisting, and Juno-related nomination attention, among other Canadian music honors.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ariane_Roy
    Supports: Birth date, origin, debut album, and 2025 album details.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ariane_Roy
    Supports: Quebec singer-songwriter identification and studio album count.
  3. SOCAN Magazine — https://www.socanmagazine.ca/features/ariane-roy-betraying-her-age/
    Supports: Francouvertes finalist status, 'Ta main' recognition, and early career awards.
  4. Bandcamp — https://arianeroy.bandcamp.com/
    Supports: Québec City project description and ADISQ/Juno recognition mentions.
  5. PAN M 360 — https://panm360.com/en/gig_review/ariane-roy-is-a-show-to-remember/
    Supports: Release timing for *Dogue* and style description.