Birdy
English singer-songwriter with hit songs
Born
May 15th, 1996
29 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1996, this artist gained recognition at a young age with the release of the debut single 'Skinny Love,' which showcased a powerful vocal delivery and emotive songwriting. Debut album, self-titled 'Birdy,' produced multiple chart-topping hits and established a significant following. Collaborations with various artists and contributions to film soundtracks further expanded the singer's reach. Hits include 'People Help the People' and 'Wings,' both receiving critical acclaim and commercial success.
Released the hit single 'Skinny Love'
Debut album 'Birdy' reached multi-platinum status
Contributed to film soundtracks, including 'The Fault in Our Stars'
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