Pink

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Biography

A multiplatinum-selling artist with a barrage of hits to her credit, Pink was living proof that breaking - rather than following - all the rules was the key to her success as an artist. The neon-haired singer consistently released commercial and critical hit albums, including Missundaztood (2001) and I'm Not Dead (2006), that showcased her powerful vocal range and introspective songwriting. Pink's poignant, revelatory lyrics covered a variety …
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Job Title

Actor, Music

Born

Alecia Beth Moore on September 8, 1979 in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, USA

Career Milestones

2012

Released sixth studio album The Truth About Love

2012

Played a recovering sex addict in indie drama "Thanks for Sharing"

2011

Voiced Gloria the penguin in animated sequel "Happy Feet Two"

2010

Played herself in "Get Him to the Greek"

2010

Landed in the Top 10 with first compilation album Greatest Hits So Far!!!

2008

Released fifth studio album Funhouse

2006

Took on social and political issues with I'm Not Dead ; included the single "Dear Mr. President," an open letter to President George W. Bush about war, poverty, and homophobia

2003

Released third album Try This

2003

Made feature film debut in action sequel "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle"

2001

Recorded cover of "Lady Marmalade" alongside Christina Aguilera and Mýa, and rapper Lil' Kim for "Moulin Rouge!" soundtrack

2001

Recruited former 4 Non Blondes vocalist and songwriter Linda Perry to collaborate on several tracks for second album Missundaztood

2000

Released solo debut Can't Take Me Home

1998

Choice disbanded; launched career as a solo artist

1995

Formed R&B group Choice along with Chrissy Conway and Sharon Flanagan; signed by L.A. Reid of LaFace Records

Awards

2011

Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance

2010

Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement with Accompanying Vocals

2010

Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals

2003

Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance

2001

Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals