Jill Sobule, Singer of “I Kissed a Girl” and “Supermodel,” Dies Tragically at 66 – 107.5 Kool FM

Sad news from the music world: Jill Sobule, the trailblazing singer-songwriter behind the original 1995 hit “I Kissed a Girl”, has tragically passed away at the age of 66.
Sobule reportedly died in a house fire in Minneapolis early Thursday morning, as confirmed by several of her former colleagues. Details about the fire haven’t yet been released, but a memorial is in the works and expected later this summer.
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While her name might not be instantly familiar to Gen Z, millennials definitely know the vibe. Her song “Supermodel”was featured on the iconic Clueless soundtrack — and let’s be honest, it was a total anthem.
But Sobule’s legacy goes deeper than catchy hooks. Her version of “I Kissed a Girl” (yes, before Katy Perry’s) made serious waves in the mid-’90s, becoming the first openly gay-themed track to break into the Billboard Top 20. At a time when queer representation in pop music was still rare, she sang with honesty, humour, and heart.
Jill Sobule was a true original — and her fearless voice helped open doors for generations of artists to follow.
She will be missed. 💔
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