Adele is an unassuming individual. When she arrives for lunch at her favorite eatery, makeup-free and with hair pulled back, it seems she can blend right in.
She is an international superstar of equal stature with Madonna and Beyonce; an expert songwriter of songs about female transition.
Born in Tottenham
Adele was raised by her mother Penny after her father abandoned them when she was just two. Adele ultimately attended and graduated from BRIT school.
In 2008, she released her debut album 19, named for the age she was when writing and recording it. This album proved both critically acclaimed and commercially profitable.
He has broken multiple records and won multiple awards for her work, garnering praise for her powerful vocals and emotional ballads that have earned her praise from critics as “chronicler of heartbreak”. Additionally, she advocates women’s rights while working tirelessly towards helping others.
Raised in Brighton
Adele’s mum Penny was known to host social gatherings and enjoy hosting drinks and dinner parties on Friday nights, often including her daughter Adele who would stay up late watching Later… with Jools Holland; it provided many artists their first break.
Adele would sing along to her favorite singers like Gabrielle and The Cure’s Disintegration song; its influence even inspired Adele to include a cover version on her record-breaking album 21.
In 2021, she started dating American sports agent Rich Paul – further demonstrating her ability to connect with people across industries and boundaries.
Released her first album at the age of 18
Adele stands out in the music world as an anomaly and knows it. Her global fan base loves her work, with albums topping charts everywhere she performs. Additionally, Adele is an active supporter of Sands Charity that assists those grieving the loss of an infant.
Her second album, 21 was an instantaneous hit and cemented her as one of our generation’s premier voices. A sombre chronicle of heartbreak that showcased her fierce alto vocal range; “Rolling in the Deep”, written after a breakup opened it all; was its opening track and has since become her signature track. 21 is her most personal and ambitious work to date.
Released her second album at the age of 21
Adele wrote the majority of 21 after her breakup and as such its songs are more personal and emotive than her debut record.
She blended genre influences such as folk, soul and jazz into her music to produce an amalgam of greatness – for instance the stomp-clap breakdown on the bridge of “Rolling in the Deep” recalling gospel roots before shifting into blue-eyed soul.
With her powerful voice, 21 was able to convey an array of emotions to her listeners and become one of the most beloved artists today. 21 broke records and won accolades all around the globe.
Released her third album at the age of 25
Adele has officially confirmed that her much-awaited third album 25 will be out on 20 November via her Instagram account, posting a black and white headshot that marks this date as its release date.
Although 25 features a solid production, it lacks some of the mystique of previous blockbuster pop albums. Still, it remains an outstanding sonic tour de force that speaks directly to music enthusiasts in ways no other can.
Million Years Ago features one of the album‘s most outstanding vocal performances – a finger-picked acoustic ballad that recalls French chanson. Written alongside Swedish pop kings Max Martin and Shellback, it stands out among an otherwise melancholic record.
Released her fourth album at the age of 30
Adele saw her career take off after her 2008 debut album 19 was released, sparking many to believe that it might only last temporarily; but, her return nearly five years later with 25 proved otherwise.
At 30, she explores a wide array of personal themes. It marks her fourth studio album.
CBC News spoke with experts who believe Adele’s latest album will resonate with her fans regardless of its weightier topics. These experts believe she has an impressive ability to turn life’s hardships into soulful ballads that connect with listeners while building trust between herself and them.