Linda Perry

Singer-songwriter and record producer

Linda Perry - Singer-songwriter and record producer
Born

April 15th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1965, a singer-songwriter and musician emerged in the early 1990s as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band 4 Non Blondes, achieving prominence with the hit single "What's Up?". Transitioning into a successful career as a record producer, collaborated with various artists across genres, including Christina Aguilera on the album "Stripped". Contributed to the music industry through songwriting and production, earning multiple Grammy nominations.

Lead vocalist of 4 Non Blondes

Produced Christina Aguilera's 'Stripped'

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