Fiona Apple
Singer-songwriter and pianist
Born
September 13th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Active in the music industry since the late 1990s, a prominent singer-songwriter achieved success with the debut album 'Tidal' in 1997. This album featured the hit single 'Criminal,' which garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. Apple became recognized for her distinctive voice and emotive lyrics. Subsequent albums, such as 'When the Pawn...' and 'The Idler Wheel...', received nominations for Grammy Awards, showcasing her continued artistic evolution. Her work has been influential within the alternative rock and pop genres, establishing a dedicated fanbase.
Released the acclaimed debut album 'Tidal'
Received Grammy nominations for her albums
Achieved commercial success with the single 'Criminal'
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