Lisa Stansfield facts for kids
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Lisa Stansfield
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Lisa Jane Stansfield
11 April 1966 Manchester, England
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| Years active | 1976–present |
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Augusto Grassi
(m. 1987; div. 1987)Ian Devaney
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| Instruments | Vocals |
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| Associated acts | Blue Zone, Barry White, Coldcut, Queen, George Michael |
Lisa Jane Stansfield (born 11 April 1966) is an English singer, songwriter, and actress famous for her soulful voice. She became a global star in 1989 with her hit song "All Around the World".
Her career started in 1980 after she won a singing contest. She later formed a band called Blue Zone before starting her solo career. Her first album, Affection (1989), was a huge success and remains her best-selling album.
Over her career, Stansfield has sold more than 20 million albums. She has won many awards, including three Brit Awards and two Ivor Novello Awards. Besides music, she has also acted in movies and television shows. In 2016, Billboard magazine named her one of the most successful dance artists of all time.
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Early Life and First Steps in Music
Lisa Stansfield was born in Manchester, England. She grew up with her two sisters, Karen and Suzanne. Her family moved to the nearby towns of Heywood and then Rochdale.
From a young age, Lisa loved soul music. She was inspired by artists like Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and Barry White. This love for soul music would later shape her own singing style.
In 1980, when she was 14, Lisa won a singing competition called Search for a Star. This was the beginning of her journey in the music world. She started appearing on TV shows and signed a record deal with Polydor Records. In the early 1980s, she also co-hosted a children's music show called Razzamatazz.
Music Career
1984–1988: Starting with the band Blue Zone
In 1984, Lisa teamed up with her former schoolmates, Ian Devaney and Andy Morris. Together, they formed a band called Blue Zone. They wrote songs and produced a demo tape to show to record labels.
The band released a few singles. Their song "Big Thing" became popular in clubs and on the radio. Another single, "Jackie", was a hit in the United States. The band released one album, Big Thing, in 1988.
1989–1992: Becoming a Global Star
Lisa's big break came in 1989. She was the featured singer on the song "People Hold On" by the group Coldcut. The song was a hit, reaching number 11 in the United Kingdom. Because of its success, the record label Arista Records offered Lisa a solo contract.
Her first solo album, Affection, was released in November 1989. It was a massive success around the world. The album included her most famous song, "All Around the World". This song topped the charts in many countries and made Lisa an international star.
Affection sold over five million copies worldwide. Lisa won many awards, including a Brit Award, and was nominated for two Grammy Awards.
In 1991, she released her second album, Real Love. It featured hit singles like "Change" and "All Woman". She also recorded the song "Someday (I'm Coming Back)" for the soundtrack of the hit movie The Bodyguard.
1993–2003: Continued Success
In 1993, Lisa performed with George Michael and the band Queen at The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. She also released her third album, So Natural. It did well in the UK and Europe.
Her fourth album, Lisa Stansfield, came out in 1997. It was a big hit, especially in the dance music world. Several songs from the album, like "Never, Never Gonna Give You Up", became number-one hits on the U.S. dance charts.
In 2001, she released the album Face Up. To celebrate her career, a greatest hits album called Biography: The Greatest Hits was released in 2003. It was very popular in the UK and Italy.
2004–Present: Later Albums and Tours
Lisa took a break from music to focus on acting. She returned in 2004 with the album The Moment.
After another break, she released her seventh album, Seven, in 2014. The album was recorded in Los Angeles and Manchester. She worked with famous musicians who had played on Michael Jackson's classic albums. She toured across Europe to promote the album.
Her most recent album, Deeper, was released in 2018. It was a success in the UK and on the U.S. dance charts. In 2018, she toured North America for the first time in 20 years. In 2019, she went on tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her first album, Affection.
Acting Career
Lisa Stansfield is not just a singer; she is also an actress.
Her first movie role was in the 1999 film Swing. She played a singer and also recorded the movie's soundtrack, which was filled with jazz and swing music.
She has also appeared in several TV shows. In 2006, she was in the drama series Goldplated. In 2007, she appeared in an episode of Agatha Christie's Marple. She also had a role in the 2014 film Northern Soul, which is about a music and dance movement from the 1970s.
Personal Life
In 1987, Lisa Stansfield married an Italian designer named Augusto Grassi. They lived in Italy, but the marriage ended after four months.
Lisa has been with her bandmate and music partner, Ian Devaney, for many years. They were friends and collaborators before they got married on July 25, 1998. They had a small wedding ceremony in Washington Square Park in New York City.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Affection (1989)
- Real Love (1991)
- So Natural (1993)
- Lisa Stansfield (1997)
- Face Up (2001)
- The Moment (2004)
- Seven (2014)
- Deeper (2018)
Filmography
- 1999: Swing
- 2005: Monkey Trousers
- 2006: Goldplated
- 2007: Agatha Christie's Marple
- 2007: Quest for a Heart
- 2008: The Edge of Love
- 2009: Dean Street Shuffle
- 2014: Northern Soul
Awards
See also
In Spanish: Lisa Stansfield para niños
