Dido
English singer-songwriter with hits
Born
December 25th, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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An English singer-songwriter rose to prominence in the late 1990s. Debut album 'No Angel' achieved critical and commercial success, featuring hits like 'Thank You' and 'Here with Me'. Follow-up album 'Life for Rent' continued the trend, producing chart-topping singles and solidifying a place in music history. Music style blends elements of pop, folk, and electronic. Recorded several successful albums throughout the career, maintaining a dedicated fanbase.
Released the album 'No Angel' in 1999
Hit single 'Thank You' gained widespread acclaim
Achieved multi-platinum status with 'Life for Rent'
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