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American singer-songwriter and pianist known for her piano-driven pop songs and distinctive voice.Vanessa Carlton rose to international fame in 2002 with her debut single 'A Thousand Miles' from the album 'Be Not Nobody'. The song became a massive hit, earning Grammy nominations. She studied ballet at the School of American Ballet before focusing on music. Carlton has released several studio albums, evolving her sound from piano-pop to incorporate more indie and folk influences. She continues to write, record, and perform.

• Carlton wrote the iconic 'A Thousand Miles' when she was just 17 years old.
• Her initial career path was ballet; she attended the School of American Ballet in New York but shifted focus to music.
• 'A Thousand Miles' earned her three Grammy nominations in 2003: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s).
• She dated Stephan Jenkins, lead singer of Third Eye Blind, who produced her debut album 'Be Not Nobody' and subsequent albums.
• After her initial major label success (A&M), Carlton later released albums through independent labels like Razor & Tie and Dine Alone Records, seeking more creative control.