Trained in musical theatre, she worked in musicals and was a contestant on Canadian reality show "How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?" She left theatre to create music with others in Toronto's indie scene — creating music under the name Allie Hughes (2006 LP Waiting for the Prize, 2008 LP Ladies and Gentlemen, and 2010 EP Allie Hughes) and with a live electronic dark-pop band as ALX.
In 2014, she released Catch on Soundcloud, which Katy Perry tweeted about, providing an instant audience. Prime and Bitch followed. EP CollXtion I was released in April 2015, with an accompanying residency at the Phi Centre in Montreal from April 30 to May 2. In 2015, she also co-wrote several tracks on Troye Sivan's Blue Neighborhood, and toured with him as an opening act.
Hughes has been praised for her voice, multimedia artistic endeavors, fan participation, and engaging live performances.
Kid Wonder
Allie X Lyrics
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I can make you hungry, get an appetite
I could tell a story that would make you cry
But nobody ever seems to bat an eye
'Cause this town's too small for a girl like me
For a girl like me, for a girl like me
It feels like I'm a walking tragedy
But do you ever wonder about the kid wonder?
If only you knew it was me
I'm the kid wonder
And do you ever wonder about the kid wonder?
If only you knew it was me
I'm the kid wonder
I give you a ticket to the midnight show
We can hit the road and we can go, go, go
Turn our faces in and you can kiss me slow
I can turn around and say I told you so
'Cause this town's too small for a girl like me
For a girl like me, for a girl like me
It feels like I'm a walking tragedy
Walking tragedy, walking tragedy
But do you ever wonder about the kid wonder?
If only you knew it was me
I'm the kid wonder
And do you ever wonder about the kid wonder?
If only you knew it was me
I'm the kid wonder
I'm the kid wonder
I'm the kid wonder
I'm the kid wonder
I'm the kid wonder
The lyrics to Allie X's song "Kid Wonder" are about a girl who is confident in her ability to change someone's life in a single night. She can captivate people with her storytelling and make them feel emotions they may not have felt before. However, despite her unique talents and abilities, she feels overshadowed by the small town she lives in, feeling like a walking tragedy. Despite these feelings, she still believes in her potential to amaze and inspire.
The chorus of the song is particularly intriguing, as she asks if the listener has ever wondered about the "kid wonder," referring to herself. By using this phrase, she is referring to her youthful spirit and boundless potential. She wonders what people would think of her if they knew that she was the one behind all of the incredible experiences she has been able to provide.
Overall, the lyrics of "Kid Wonder" are about self-discovery and self-worth. Allie X explores the idea that just because someone may feel like a small fish in a big pond, they can still achieve great things and have a significant impact on others.
Line by Line Meaning
I can change your life in a single night
I have the ability to completely transform your life in just one night
I can make you hungry, get an appetite
I can make you crave or desire something strongly
I could tell a story that would make you cry
I have the power to tell an emotional story that could make you cry
But nobody ever seems to bat an eye
Despite my potential, no one pays attention or cares
'Cause this town's too small for a girl like me
This town is not big enough to contain or appreciate someone like me
For a girl like me, for a girl like me
It is especially true for a girl like me
It feels like I'm a walking tragedy
I feel like my life is a constant series of unfortunate events
Walking tragedy, walking tragedy
I am constantly being weighed down by misfortune
But do you ever wonder about the kid wonder?
Do you ever think about the person who has the potential to be amazing?
If only you knew it was me
If only you realized that person is me
I'm the kid wonder
I am that person with great potential
I give you a ticket to the midnight show
I offer you an invitation to something exciting or exclusive
We can hit the road and we can go, go, go
We can be spontaneous and adventurous
Turn our faces in and you can kiss me slow
We can be intimate and romantic
I can turn around and say I told you so
I have the ability to predict and prove my success
I'm the kid wonder
I am still that person with immense potential
Writer(s): BRAM KATZ INSCORE, ALEXANDRA ASHLEY HUGHES, BRETT LELAND MCLAUGHLIN, TROYE SIVAN
Contributed by Scarlett H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.