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Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa is a British pop singer and songwriter from London, known for chart-topping, disco-inflected pop and hits including “New Rules”, “Levitating” and “Houdini”. She has founded the Sunny Hill Festival, celebrating her Kosovar-Albanian heritage.

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At a glance

Origin
London, England
Nationality
British
Genres
Years active
2015–present
Record label
Warner Records
Awards
3× Grammy winner — Best New Artist (2019) & Best Pop Vocal Album (2021) — plus 7× BRIT Award winner

Biography

Early life and musical background

Dua Lipa was born and raised in London to Kosovar-Albanian parents, spending part of her childhood in Pristina before returning to the UK to pursue music. She began posting covers online as a teenager, developing the confident, pop-forward voice that would define her early singles.

Career breakthrough

Her 2017 self-titled debut album produced the global smash “New Rules”, and in 2019 she won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist, establishing her as one of the defining pop stars of her generation.

Musical style and influences

Her sound leans on disco, nu-disco and dance-pop, pairing retro production with modern, radio-ready hooks. Critics have highlighted her precise, cool vocal delivery and a consistent pop vision across her records.

Major releases

The 2020 album “Future Nostalgia” — home to “Don't Start Now” and “Levitating” — became a landmark pop record and won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album. Her third album, “Radical Optimism” (2024), debuted at number one in the UK.

Awards and achievements

Dua Lipa is a three-time Grammy winner and a multiple BRIT Award recipient, including two wins as British Female Solo Artist.

Current activity

She headlined Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage in 2024 and toured the world behind “Radical Optimism”. Through the Sunny Hill Festival, co-founded with her father, she continues to spotlight music from Kosovo and Albania.

Last reviewed 11 Aug 2026.

Popular songs

New Rules
Dua Lipa · 2017
Don't Start Now
Future Nostalgia · 2019
Levitating
Future Nostalgia · 2020
One Kiss
with Calvin Harris · 2018
Houdini
Radical Optimism · 2023
Dance the Night
Barbie: The Album · 2023

In the news

Discography

Studio albums

Dua Lipa cover
Dua Lipa
2017
Future Nostalgia cover
Future Nostalgia
2020
Radical Optimism cover
Radical Optimism
2024

Singles

New Rules cover
New Rules
2017
Don't Start Now cover
Don't Start Now
2019
Levitating cover
Levitating
2020
Houdini cover
Houdini
2023

Career timeline

2017
Debut album released
Her self-titled debut spawned the worldwide hit “New Rules”.
2019
Grammy: Best New Artist
Won Best New Artist (and Best Dance Recording) at the 61st Grammy Awards.
2020
“Future Nostalgia” released
A critically acclaimed pop landmark led by “Levitating”.
2021
Grammy: Best Pop Vocal Album
“Future Nostalgia” won Best Pop Vocal Album.
2024
“Radical Optimism” and Glastonbury
Third album debuted at UK No.1; headlined Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Dua Lipa?
Dua Lipa is a British pop singer and songwriter from London, of Kosovar-Albanian heritage, and one of the biggest pop stars of her generation.
Where is Dua Lipa from?
She was born and raised in London, England, to Kosovar-Albanian parents.
What genre does Dua Lipa perform?
Her music is pop and dance-pop, drawing heavily on disco and nu-disco.
What are Dua Lipa's most popular songs?
Widely known songs include “New Rules”, “Don't Start Now”, “Levitating”, “One Kiss” and “Houdini”.
Which albums has Dua Lipa released?
Her studio albums are “Dua Lipa” (2017), “Future Nostalgia” (2020) and “Radical Optimism” (2024).
Sources & review

Profile last reviewed 11 Aug 2026.