Lana Del Rey

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/lana-del-rey

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1. When was Lana Del Rey born?June 21, 1985
2. Where was Lana Del Rey born?New York, USA
3. What is Lana Del Rey known for?Melancholic exploration of glamor, romance, and Americana; cinematic musical style
4. What is the breakthrough single?'Video Games' (2011)
5. What is the critical recognition?Named 'greatest American songwriter of the 21st century' by Rolling Stone UK
6. Who is Lana Del Rey?Lana Del Rey is a singer-songwriter who tells stories about love, loss, and old Hollywood in her music. She was born Elizabeth Woolridge Grant on June 21, 1985, and grew up in upstate New York before moving to New York City to start her music career.

Americana: A genre of music and a cultural aesthetic that draws inspiration from traditional American folk, country, and blues music.
Cinematic: Relating to or characteristic of a movie, especially in its visual style or emotional impact.
Melancholy: A feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause, often associated with a romanticized or nostalgic outlook.