The singer celebrates her 29th birthday.

The pop world celebrates the birthday of one of the most influential figures in modern music: <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/music/dua-lipa-new-album-radical-optimism" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dua Lipa</a> . Born on August 22, 1995 in London , the British artist of Albanian and Kosovar origin has conquered the world with her talent, her unique voice and her inimitable style. At just 29 years old, Dua Lipa has become a true <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/music/what-books-to-pack-music-fans-should-they-pack-on-holiday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pop icon</a> , reigning over the international charts and establishing herself as an essential voice of her generation.

Dua Lipa began her musical career at a young age, inspired by her father, Dukagjin Lipa, himself a musician. After posting covers on YouTube and SoundCloud , she was quickly spotted by a label and signed with Warner Music in 2014. Two years later, she released her first single, New Love , which marked the beginning of a meteoric rise. In 2017, her self-titled debut album was a global success, driven by hits like Be the One , IDGAF , and especially New Rules , which became a feminist anthem and propelled Dua Lipa to superstardom. Her style between pop, dance and electronic rhythms allowed her to stand out in a saturated music industry, while her natural charisma and aura attracted the attention of critics and audiences alike.

Dua Lipa is not only a successful singer, she is also a truly multidimensional artist. With her sophomore album, Future Nostalgia (2020), released in the midst of lockdown, she confirmed her status as a modern pop icon. The album, which blended disco, funk and pop influences, received rave reviews and won several awards, including the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album. Her visual aesthetic, bold music videos, and commitment to social causes such as feminism and LGBTQ+ rights add to her allure as a modern and committed <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/ibiza/dj-peggy-gou-interview-l-officiel-ibiza-work-of-art" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pop star</a> . Dua Lipa is also known for her impeccable style, oscillating between glamour and audacity, which has made her a figurehead of contemporary fashion.

The artist signs a new era after Future Nostalgia and its girly disco title Dance The Night, anthem of the hit movie Barbie , and returns in 2024 with Radical Optimism . More daring, less expected, this album with neo-psychedelic influences has found its audience - notably in her native country, the United Kingdom, where the album debuted at the top of the UK Albums Chart and achieved the biggest opening week for a British singer in three years. In just a few short years, Dua Lipa has already accomplished what many artists dream of doing in an entire career. With millions of records sold, sold-out world tours, and an influence that extends beyond the boundaries of music, she is arguably one of the most influential artists of her generation. As Dua Lipa celebrates her 29th birthday, it’s clear that her journey is far from over. Always evolving, always ready to reinvent herself, she continues to inspire millions of fans around the world. Her legacy is already palpable, and there’s no doubt she’ll continue to leave her mark on the music industry for years to come.

Dua Lipa: A look back at the career of the modern pop icon

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