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ラナ・デル・レイ

歌唱、作曲・詞

From simple life to international icon

Lana Del Rey, real name Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, was born on 21 June 1985 in New York City and grew up in rural Lake Placid. She developed a fascination for music in her youth, especially jazz, soul and classic American pop from the 1950s and 1960s. After moving to New York, she began performing under various stage names before celebrating her international breakthrough in 2011 with the song Video Games. Her stage name, which combines Spanish and American influences, reflects her fascination with nostalgia and aesthetics — elements that also characterise her music and her artistic identity.

The unmistakable style of an exceptional artist

Lana Del Rey has secured herself a place in music history with her unique style. Her melancholic ballads and poetic lyrics, paired with her deep, soft voice, create an unrivalled atmosphere. Her albums such as Born to Die (2012), Ultraviolence (2014) and Norman F***ing Rockwell! (2019) have won several awards and are not only commercially successful, but also highly acclaimed by music critics.

Classical elements in modern soundscapes

A central feature of Lana Del Rey's work is the integration of classical music elements into her contemporary arrangements. String ensembles, orchestral harmonies and delicate piano passages characterise songs such as ‘Born to Die’ and ‘Young and Beautiful’. This sonic combination lends her songs a dramatic depth and timeless elegance reminiscent of symphonic works.

Collaboration with classical composers and musicians

Lana Del Rey regularly collaborates with artists who translate classical music into the modern pop world. Particularly noteworthy is her collaboration with composer Dan Heath, whose orchestral arrangements have contributed significantly to the cinematic character of her music. Their visual staging, inspired by operas and classical art, also emphasises this claim to artistic versatility.

Classical music as timeless inspiration

The combination of modern pop music and classical aesthetics makes Lana Del Rey one of the most fascinating artists of her time. Her ability to interweave traditional musical elements with contemporary themes creates an emotional depth that touches listeners time and time again. She shows how timeless and universal music can be when it is created with a clear artistic standard.