Pink (singer) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pink
Pink performing in 2024
Born	Alecia Beth Moore (1979-09-08) September 8, 1979 (age 45) Doylestown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Other names	P!nk
Occupation	Singer songwriter
Years active	1995–present
Spouse(s)	Carey Hart ​ (m. 2006)​
Children	2
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop pop rock R&B
Labels	LaFace Arista Jive RCA Legacy

Alecia Beth Moore-Hart (born September 8, 1979), known professionally as Pink (stylized as P!nk), is an American singer and songwriter. She is famous for her pop songs with a rock sound. Pink is also known for her strong voice and for speaking up about important causes.

She has sold over 135 million records worldwide. This makes her one of the best-selling music artists ever. Pink has won many awards, including three Grammy Awards and seven MTV Video Music Awards. Billboard magazine also named her Woman of the Year in 2013.

Early Life and Family Background

Alecia Beth Moore was born on September 8, 1979. Her birthplace was Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Her mother, Judith Moore, was an emergency room nurse. Her father, James Moore, was an insurance salesman. Pink has said her background is Irish and German. She had asthma when she was young. Her parents divorced before she was 10 years old.

Pink was a competitive gymnast from age 4 to 12. She started developing her singing voice early. In high school, she joined her first band, Middleground. It broke up after they lost a "Battle of the Bands" contest. As a teenager, she wrote song lyrics. This helped her express her feelings.

Pink's Music Career

Starting Out in Music (1995–1998)

Pink began singing in clubs in Philadelphia when she was about 14. Around this time, she started using her stage name, "Pink". She has given different stories about how she got this nickname as a child. At 14, she joined an all-female group called Basic Instinct. This group did not release any music.

At 16, Pink formed an R&B group called Choice with two other girls. They sent their first song, "Key to My Heart," to LaFace Records. The head of the label, L.A. Reid, liked it. He signed the group to a record deal. Since they were under 18, their parents had to sign too. The group recorded an album, but it was never released. "Key to My Heart" did appear on the soundtrack for the 1996 movie Kazaam. In 1998, Choice broke up, and Pink decided to go solo.

First Solo Albums: Can't Take Me Home and Missundaztood (1999–2002)

After Choice ended, Pink signed a solo deal with LaFace Records. She started working on her first album. Her first single, "There You Go", came out in February 2000. It became a top-ten hit in the US. Her debut album, Can't Take Me Home, was released in April. It sold well and was certified double platinum. This means it sold over two million copies in the United States. The album's second single, "Most Girls", was also a big hit.

In 2001, Pink joined Christina Aguilera, Missy Elliot, Lil' Kim, and Mýa to sing "Lady Marmalade." This song was for the Moulin Rouge! movie soundtrack. It became a number-one hit in many countries. The music video was very popular. This song earned Pink her first Grammy Award.

Pink wanted to make different music. She wanted to be seen as a serious artist. For her second album, Missundaztood (2001), she changed her sound to pop rock. She worked with Linda Perry, a singer from one of Pink's favorite bands. The album was named Missundaztood because Pink felt people misunderstood her.

The first song from the album, "Get the Party Started", was a huge hit worldwide. Its music video won two MTV Video Music Awards. Other popular songs from the album included "Don't Let Me Get Me", "Just Like a Pill", and "Family Portrait". Missundaztood is Pink's best-selling album. It has sold over 13 million copies around the world. Pink won a World Music Award for Best Selling American Pop/Rock Female Artist. She also went on her first big tour, the Party Tour.

More Albums: Try This and I'm Not Dead (2003–2007)

In 2003, Pink released her third album, Try This. It sold less than Missundaztood. However, the song "Trouble" earned her a second Grammy Award. She toured Europe and Australia for the Try This Tour.

Pink's fourth album, I'm Not Dead, came out in 2006. She said she named it this because she felt "alive and feisty." The album was very successful, especially in Australia. The first single, "Stupid Girls", was a big hit. Its music video made fun of some celebrities. Other popular songs were "Who Knew" and "U + Ur Hand". She also released "Dear Mr. President", a song written as an open letter to the US President.

Pink went on the I'm Not Dead Tour. She broke records for concert attendance by a female artist in Australia. In 2006, she sang the theme song for NBC Sunday Night Football. She also sang a cover of "Tell Me Something Good" for the movie Happy Feet.

Continuing Success: Funhouse and Greatest Hits... So Far!!! (2008–2011)

On August 7, 2008, Pink's song "So What" was leaked online. It quickly became a number-one hit in the US. Her album Funhouse came out in November 2008. It was a huge success in Australia.

Pink is known for her amazing live performances. At the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, she sang "Sober" while doing a trapeze act. In 2010, she performed "Glitter in the Air" using aerial silks at the Grammy Awards. Both performances received standing ovations. Billboard magazine named her the Pop Songs Artist of the Decade for the 2000s.

In 2010, Pink sang on the charity single "We Are the World" remake. She also worked with Eminem on his song "Won't Back Down." In July 2010, Pink had a small accident during a concert in Germany. She was pulled off stage during an acrobatic routine but was not seriously hurt.

In October 2010, Pink released "Raise Your Glass". This song was the first single from her greatest hits album, Greatest Hits... So Far!!!. It became her third number-one hit in the US. In 2011, Pink voiced the character Gloria in the movie Happy Feet Two. She also sang the movie's theme song, "Bridge of Light."

New Music and Collaborations: The Truth About Love and You+Me (2012–2015)

In 2012, Pink released her sixth studio album, The Truth About Love. The first single, "Blow Me (One Last Kiss)", was a top-five hit. The album became her first to reach number one in the United States. It was also one of the world's best-selling albums of 2012.

The song "Just Give Me a Reason", featuring Nate Ruess, became her most successful single from the album. It topped the charts in over 20 countries and was Pink's fourth number-one hit in the US. Pink went on The Truth About Love Tour in 2013. It was one of the highest-grossing tours of the year.

In 2014, Pink formed a folk duo called You+Me with musician Dallas Green. They released an album called Rose Ave.. In 2015, Pink recorded the theme song, "Today's the Day", for The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

Beautiful Trauma, Hurts 2B Human, and Recent Work (2016–Present)

In 2016, Pink covered the Beatles song "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" for a Netflix series. She also sang "Just Like Fire" for the movie Alice Through the Looking Glass. She worked with country singer Kenny Chesney on his song "Setting the World on Fire."

Pink's seventh album, Beautiful Trauma, was released in October 2017. The lead single, "What About Us", reached number one in Australia. The album became the third best-selling album worldwide that year. At the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards, Pink received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. She performed a medley of her hits before accepting the award.

In 2018, Pink sang the US national anthem at Super Bowl LII. She then started her Beautiful Trauma World Tour. This tour became one of the highest-grossing tours by a female artist.

On February 5, 2019, Pink received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She also announced her eighth album, Hurts 2B Human, released in April 2019. The first single was "Walk Me Home." At the BRIT Awards, she performed and received the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award. Pink took a break from music in 2020 to focus on her family.

In February 2021, Pink released "Cover Me in Sunshine", a duet with her daughter, Willow Sage Hart. She also released a live album, All I Know So Far: Setlist, which came out with a documentary film about her life. In 2022, Pink released a protest song called "Irrelevant."

Her ninth studio album, Trustfall, was released in February 2023. It debuted at number one in the UK and Australia. Pink started her Summer Carnival tour in June 2023.

Pink's Artistic Style

Musical Inspirations

Madonna

Janis Joplin

Pink has said that Madonna and Janis Joplin are her biggest musical influences. She admired Madonna from a young age. Pink also said that Janis Joplin inspired her by singing blues music when it was not common for white women. She loved how Joplin was witty and charming.

Pink also admired Linda Perry, the leader of the band 4 Non Blondes. Pink later worked closely with Linda Perry on her second album.

Voice and Singing Style

Critics have praised Pink for her powerful singing voice. Her voice is described as "raspy," "husky," and "distinctive." She is known for being able to sing many different styles of music. These include rock, pop, folk, and R&B.

Pink is also known for her "raw" and "soulful" voice. She can put a lot of emotion into her singing. Fellow singer Kelly Clarkson has called Pink's voice "the best of our generation."

Pink's Impact and Legacy

Pink is known for breaking new ground in music. She is seen as a "trailblazing artist" of her time. She stood up for her music and challenged other pop singers to find their own unique sounds.

She has been called a "fabulously fearless pop artist." Many people say she can out-sing almost anyone. She is seen as a complete pop star. Entertainment Weekly magazine said that Pink "essentially invented the whole modern wave of Pop Diva Domination." They said that artists like Katy Perry, Kesha, and Rihanna followed her style.

British singer Adele said that seeing Pink perform live was one of the most important moments in her life. Adele was about 13 or 14 at the time. She said Pink's voice was "incredible."

Pink's music has inspired many other artists. These include Christina Aguilera, Demi Lovato, Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, and Dua Lipa.

Pink's Personal Life

Pink in 2006

Pink met professional motocross racer Carey Hart in 2001. She proposed to him in June 2005 during a motocross race. She wrote "Will U Marry Me?" on a pit board. They got married in Costa Rica on January 7, 2006.

Pink and Hart separated for a short time in 2008. Hart even appeared in the music video for her song "So What", which was about their separation. They worked on their relationship and got back together in 2010. Hart has appeared in many of Pink's music videos, including "Just Give Me a Reason" and "Just Like Fire."

In June 2011, Pink gave birth to their daughter, Willow Sage Hart. In 2018, Willow sang a song for The Greatest Showman: Reimagined album. In 2021, she sang with her mother on "Cover Me in Sunshine." In December 2016, Pink and Hart welcomed their second child, a son.

Pink has been on Forbes magazine's list of "The Celebrity 100" for her earnings. In 2018, she earned $52 million.

In April 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Pink announced that she and her son had tested positive for COVID-19. They both fully recovered. She also donated $500,000 each to two different COVID-19 relief funds.

Awards and Achievements

Pink has won over 100 awards. These include three Grammy Awards, two Brit Awards, and seven MTV Video Music Awards. Billboard magazine named her Woman of the Year in 2013. She also received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award in 2017.

In 2019, Pink received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She was also named Pollstar's Artist of the Year. Her Beautiful Trauma World Tour earned her the Legend of Live Award. In 2021, PPL announced that Pink was the most-played female artist of the 21st century in the United Kingdom.

Pink has sold more than 60 million albums and 75 million singles worldwide. This makes her one of the world's best-selling music artists.

Pink's Albums

• Can't Take Me Home (2000)
• Missundaztood (2001)
• Try This (2003)
• I'm Not Dead (2006)
• Funhouse (2008)
• The Truth About Love (2012)
• Beautiful Trauma (2017)
• Hurts 2B Human (2019)
• Trustfall (2023)

Pink's Movies and TV Shows

Concert Tours

• Party Tour (2002)
• Try This Tour (2004)
• I'm Not Dead Tour (2006–2007)
• Funhouse Tour (2009)
• The Funhouse Summer Carnival (2010)
• The Truth About Love Tour (2013–2014)
• Beautiful Trauma World Tour (2018–2019)
• Summer Carnival (2023–2024)
• Trustfall Tour (2023–2024)

Images for kids

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  Pink performing in 2024

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  Pink performing in 2006

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  Pink at a London performance in 2008

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  Pink performing at Main Square Festival in 2010

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  Pink performing "Just Give Me a Reason" with Nate Ruess in 2013

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  Pink performing at the Grammy Awards in 2014

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  Pink singing the National Anthem at Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis

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  Pink performing at Madison Square Garden in 2018

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  Pink's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

See also

In Spanish: Pink para niños