Adele
English singer-songwriter, Grammy winner
Born
May 5th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1988, this English singer-songwriter gained widespread recognition following the release of the album "19," which included the hit single "Chasing Pavements." The sophomore album "21" featured chart-topping songs such as "Rolling in the Deep" and "Someone Like You," earning multiple Grammy Awards. The third album, "25," continued the success with the single "Hello," which broke several records upon release. The artist's powerful voice and emotional songwriting resonate with audiences globally.
Released the album '21', winning 6 Grammy Awards
Shattered records with the single 'Hello'
Achieved critical success with '25'
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