Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson
Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known professionally as CMAT, is a 29-year-old Irish singer-songwriter who gained fame during the lockdown era with her catchy, country-inflected pop songs. After struggling to launch her music career while working in various low-paying jobs in Manchester, she wrote the life-changing track 'I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!' in a moment of emotional turmoil. Her debut album, 'If My Wife Knew I’d Be Dead,' topped the Irish charts and expanded her audience internationally. CMAT is known for her vibrant personality, bold fashion choices, and outspoken views on social issues, including body positivity and capitalism. Her third album, 'Euro-Country,' reflects her personal experiences and the socio-economic struggles in Ireland, igniting conversations about mental health and the music industry's role in addressing societal issues.
Born on Jan 01, 1994 (31 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 2 | 7.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 6,634 | $5,100 | 7$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,462 | $240,000 | 152$ |
| Totals | 3 | 15,226,709 | 13,096 | $245,100 | 159$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ireland:
Pop singer CMAT has criticised the cutting of Irish language lyrics of her new song Euro-Country on BBC Radio.
7
Ireland:
The singer CMAT shared a short clip of her new single on social media last week, with a sample of the lyrics reflecting her feelings about Bertie Ahern.
8
Portugal:
Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known as CMAT, opened the main stage at Nos Alive 2025.
7
United Kingdom:
Irish singer CMAT ended her performance on the Pyramid Stage by saying it was 'the biggest moment' of her career.
8
Ireland:
Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known professionally as CMAT, is a pop star from Ireland who gained fame with her song 'I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!'.
9