Lana Del Rey also known as Elizabeth Woolridge Grant is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who has made a significant impact on the music industry with her unique blend of dreamy, vintage-inspired sounds and meditative lyrics.
She is most well known for her sad style of pop music.
Lana Del Rey’s Bio, Age
Lana Del Rey was born on June 21, 1985, in New York City. She adopted the stage name Lana Del Rey in 2005. She began her music career in the underground music scene before gaining popularity.
Educational Background
Lana Del Rey attended St. Agnes School in primary school and began singing in her church choir, where she was the cantor.
She spent one year in high school. When she was 15, her parents moved her to Kent School to recover from alcoholism.
Career
Lana Del Rey began giving performances in small bars and posting her own music online, which helped her to gradually develop a huge following. Lana Del Rey released her debut self-titled EP, “Lana Del Rey,” in 2010, then released “Born to Die,” her major-label debut studio album, in 2012. The economic success of “Born to Die” inspired Del Rey to reach a wider audience which showed her distinctive cinematic style and sensual, melancholy voice.
Lana Del Rey soon became a cultural figure due to her distinct antique aesthetics and sad character. Her rapid growth to stardom was met with mixed praise and criticism. Some people accused her of cultural appropriation and questioned the trustworthiness of her identity. Despite the criticism, she worked tirelessly to grow her profession.
In 2014, Del Rey released her third studio album, “Ultraviolence,” which received critical praise and strengthen her status as an influential artist. The album highlighted her growth as a songwriter and had a darker, more experienced feel. After this achievement, she went on to release “Honeymoon” in 2015 and “Lust for Life” in 2017, both of which received favorable reviews and added to her growing collection of songs.
Del Rey collaborated with various artists throughout her career, including The Weeknd, A$AP Rocky, and Stevie Nicks, among others. Apart from her studio albums, Lana Del Rey has also contributed to film soundtracks, such as “Young and Beautiful” for “The Great Gatsby” (2013) and “Big Eyes” for the film of the same name (2014).
In 2019, she released her sixth studio album, “Norman Fucking Rockwell!,” which received widespread fame and was one of her best works to date. Lana Del Rey’s music can often be identified by nostalgic connections to Americana, Hollywood glamour, and themes of love, sorrow, and Americana.
Apart from her musical career, Del Rey is also known for her charitable efforts. She has actively supported various charities and social causes, including LGBTQ+ rights and environmental conservation.
Who is Lana Del Rey dating?
Del Rey began dating Scottish singer-songwriter Barrie-James O’Neill in 2011. They had multiple public appearances and even collaborated on music.
What is Lana Del Rey’s Net Worth?
Lana Del Rey has an estimated net worth of $30 million.
Body Measurement
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches
- Weight: 61 kg
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Eye color: Hazel