Lana Del Rey
American singer-songwriter renowned for her cinematic musical style and thematic exploration of tragic romance, melancholia, and Americana.
Born in New York City, Lana Del Rey gained fame with her 2011 viral single 'Video Games'. Her music blends baroque pop, dream pop, and alternative influences, often characterized by nostalgic references to mid-20th-century culture. She has released critically acclaimed albums like 'Born to Die' (2012) and 'Norman Fucking Rockwell!' (2019), earning multiple Grammy nominations.
- Her 2012 'Saturday Night Live' performance drew severe criticism for perceived nervousness, sparking widespread media backlash before her critical redemption with subsequent albums.
- Openly discussed struggles with alcoholism since age 15, leading to boarding school enrollment where she began writing songs as therapy.
- Adopted her stage name inspired by actress Lana Turner and the Ford Del Rey car, aiming to evoke 'glamour and seaside elegance' during early Florida performances.
- Faced controversy over perceived romanticization of abusive relationships in lyrics, notably in 'Ultraviolence' (2014), which she defended as artistic storytelling.
- Accused of 'questioning the feminist movement' in a 2020 Instagram post, clarifying she supports equality but rejects 'absolute narratives' about female artists.
