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Lana Del Rey, born Elizabeth Woolridge Grant on June 21, 1985, in New York City, is an American singer-songwriter known for her cinematic sound and aesthetic, which draws heavily on themes of Americana, romance, glamour, and melancholia. Del Rey's music often explores tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, and it has been noted for its cinematic quality and its references to 1950s and 1960s Americana.
Raised in Lake Placid, New York, Lana embarked on her music career in 2005 but initially struggled to gain a foothold in the industry. Her breakthrough came in 2011 with the viral success of her song "Video Games," which she uploaded to the internet. This led to her major-label debut album, "Born to Die," in 2012. The album was a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries and becoming one of the best-selling albums of the year. Its blend of orchestral pop, indie music, and references to pop culture of the past resonated with a wide audience.
Del Rey's subsequent albums, including "Ultraviolence" (2014), "Honeymoon" (2015), "Lust for Life" (2017), "Norman Fucking Rockwell!" (2019), "Chemtrails over the Country Club" (2021), and "Blue Banisters" (2021), have continued to explore similar themes and have received critical acclaim. "Norman Fucking Rockwell!" in particular was praised by critics and earned Del Rey a nomination for Album of the Year at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.
Lana Del Rey's work has been marked by its cinematic quality, nostalgic references, and her distinctive voice. She has also been involved in various controversies, often related to her comments on feminism and her depiction of complex relationships and themes in her music. Despite this, Del Rey has maintained a significant influence in the music industry and has been credited with inspiring a wave of indie pop artists with her baroque and dream pop sound.
Del Rey's contributions to music have earned her numerous awards and nominations, including two Brit Awards, and she has been recognized for her unique artistic vision and influence on contemporary music. Her style, blending modern themes with vintage aesthetics, continues to captivate a global audience and cement her status as a music and cultural icon.
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