Lisa Stansfield

Singer-songwriter with 'All Around the World'

Lisa Stansfield - Singer-songwriter with 'All Around the World'
Born

April 11th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Originated from England, this singer-songwriter began a music career in the late 1980s. The debut album, 'Affection', featured the international hit single 'People Hold On'. Follow-up works solidified a strong presence in the music industry. 'All Around the World' reached number one in various countries and gained significant airplay. In addition to music, ventured into acting, appearing in the film 'frm 3.8: The Diary of a Professional Sex Addict'. Released multiple albums throughout the decades and continues to perform and create music.

Released the hit 'All Around the World'

Won a Brit Award for Best British Female Solo Artist

Acted in the movie 'frm 3.8: The Diary of a Professional Sex Addict'

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