Dua Lipa is a British singer and songwriter, born on August 22, 1995, in London. She is the daughter of Kosovo Albanian immigrants and grew up in a musical environment, influenced by her father's work as a musician. At the age of 14, she began posting covers of her favorite songs on YouTube, which helped her gain recognition.
In 2015, Lipa signed with Warner Music and released her debut single, "New Love." Her self-titled debut album, "Dua Lipa," was released in 2017 and included hit singles such as "Be the One," "IDGAF," and "New Rules," the latter becoming a global sensation. The album received critical acclaim and earned her several award nominations.
Lipa's sophomore album, "Future Nostalgia," released in 2020, showcased her evolution as an artist. Featuring chart-topping tracks like "Don't Start Now," "Levitating," and "Physical," the album was praised for its disco influences and innovative sound. It earned her multiple awards, including a Grammy for Best New Artist.
In addition to her musical achievements, Dua Lipa has made a name for herself as a fashion icon, frequently collaborating with designers and appearing on various magazine covers. She is also known for her philanthropic efforts, advocating for various causes, including LGBTQ+ rights and mental health awareness.
Throughout her career, Lipa has solidified her status as one of the leading figures in contemporary pop music, known for her distinctive voice, powerful performances, and ability to connect with audiences around the world. As she continues to release new music and explore different artistic avenues, her influence on the music industry remains significant.
Lipa's ancestry can be traced back to the city of Peja, Kosovo. Both of her grandfathers were historians. She has a sister, Rina, and a brother, Gjin. Lipa was musically influenced by her father, who was the lead singer and guitarist of the Kosovan rock band Oda. Her father continued to play music at home, including his own compositions and songs of artists such as David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, Sting, the Police, and Stereophonics. Dua Lipa began singing at the age of five.
Lipa grew up in West Hampstead, London. She attended Fitzjohn's Primary School and her music lessons there included the cello. When she auditioned to enter the school choir, the teacher told her that "she could not sing". At the age of nine, she began weekend singing lessons at the Sylvia Young Theatre School. Lipa moved with her family to Pristina after Kosovo declared independence in 2008. There she attended Mileniumi i Tretë School, learned more about the Albanian language, and considered a music career.
At age 15, Lipa moved back alone to London and shared a flat with a family friend. At Parliament Hill School she passed her A-Levels, then re-entered Sylvia Young Theatre School part-time. She uploaded her own songs to SoundCloud and YouTube. She began posting videos of herself covering songs such as "If I Ain't Got You" (2004) by Alicia Keys and "Beautiful" (2002) by Christina Aguilera on YouTube. Lipa modelled with Topshop and signed with a modelling agency, helping her land a role as a singer in an ITV advertisement for The X Factor in 2013, covering the song "Lost in Music" (1979). She acquired a producer and a manager.
