Elizabeth Grant (born June 21, 1986), better known by her stage name Lana Del Rey, is an American singer/songwriter. She has been described as a "self-styled gangsta Nancy Sinatra", and cites Britney Spears, Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain amongst her musical influences. In June 2011, Del Rey was signed with Stranger Records, to release her debut single "Video Games"; in October 2011, she signed a joint deal with Interscope Records and Polydor. While being interviewed by Rosie Swash of The Observer, Del Rey revealed, "I just put that song online a few months ago because it was my favourite. To be honest, it wasn't going to be the single but people have really responded to it. I get very sad when I play that song. I still cry sometimes when I sing it." On October 24th 2011, it was announced that Del Rey had won the Q award for "Next Big Thing". Del Rey's song "Video Games" was featured for the first time on The CW's TV-Series Ringer on September 27 2011, during a pivotal scene, propelling Del Rey into the mainstream. Del Rey also promoted the album in a number of live appearances, including for MTV Push,[30] and at the Bowery Ballroom, where, according to Eliot Glazer of New York, "the polarizing indie hipstress brought her 'gangsta Nancy Sinatra' swagu." Rolling Stone commented that, despite Del Rey being nervous and anxious while performing her songs live, she "sang with considerable confidence", although they noted that "her transitions ...could be rather jarring." The second single and title track "Born to Die" was released on December 30, 2011. The music video for it leaked on December 14, 2011, and was based on a concept created by the singer, while being directed by Yoann Lemoine. The music video received generally favorable reviews from contemporary critics.
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Lana Del Rey seen on Feb 02 2012 in New York, NY. Lana Del Rey was photographed arriving to tape an appearance on "The Late Show with David Letterman" in NYC on February 2, and the sultry songstress took time to smile and wave to fans before entering the Ed Sullivan Theater. Lana looked white hot in a long sleeved dress (check out Michael Lauren's Sweater Dress in Ice, or for a more body con version, try Boulee's Kali Dress in White), which she paired with patent nude heels and multiple stacked rings (get the look by pairing Avanessi's Knot Ring in Yellow Gold with Femme Metale Jewelry's Owl Ring in Silver). Glossy locks and neutral makeup completed LDR's look. What are your thoughts on this outfit, everyone - and are you feeling Lana in general? She's definitely polarized the music world, however her debut album "Born to Die" has already gone to #1 in over 14 countries. Lana also recently made news when she covered the March issue of British Vogue, where she was photographed by esteemed photographer Mario Testino wearing Louis Vuitton. In addition to her Vogue cover, Lana has recently dished about everything from her female musical influences to her infamous "Saturday Night Live" performance to various media outlets. Lana says, "I’m not really interested in a ton of female musicians but there is something about Britney [Spears] that compelled me – the way she sings and just the way she looks." Regarding the "SNL" performance, Lana shared: "I actually felt good about it. I thought I looked beautiful and sang fine. There’s backlash about everything I do. It’s nothing new. When I walk outside, people have something to say about it. It wouldn’t have mattered if I was absolutely excellent." Interesting, what are your thoughts on Lana's statements, readers?
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Sweater Dress in Ice