Pink (singer) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pink
Pink in 2024
Born	Alecia Beth Moore (1979-09-08) September 8, 1979 (age 45) Doylestown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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
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Alecia Beth Moore (born September 8, 1979), who is known by her stage name Pink (often styled as P!NK), is an American singer and songwriter. She is famous for her powerful voice, exciting stage performances with acrobatics, and her honest song lyrics.

When she was 15, Pink was part of a girl group called Choice. After the group broke up, she started her solo career. Her first album, Can't Take Me Home (2000), was a big success. She became even more famous with the song "Lady Marmalade" from the movie Moulin Rouge!. This song was number one in many countries and won her a Grammy Award.

Pink is one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 135 million records. She has won many awards, including three Grammy Awards and seven MTV Video Music Awards. Billboard magazine named her the Pop Songs Artist of the 2000s Decade and Woman of the Year in 2013.

Early Life

Alecia Beth Moore was born on September 8, 1979, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Her mother, Judith Moore, was a nurse, and her father, James Moore, was an insurance salesman. Her mother is Jewish, and Pink has described her background as Irish-German-Lithuanian-Jewish. As a child, she had asthma. Her parents divorced before she was 10 years old.

From age 4 to 12, Pink trained as a competitive gymnast. In high school, she joined a band called Middleground. She also began writing song lyrics to express her feelings.

When she was 14, she started performing in clubs in Philadelphia and began using the stage name "Pink." She briefly joined a group called Basic Instinct, but they did not release any music.

Music Career

Starting Her Career

At 15, Pink formed an R&B group called Choice with two other girls. They signed a contract with LaFace Records and recorded an album, but it was never released. One of their songs, "Key to My Heart," was featured in the 1996 movie Kazaam. The head of the record label, L.A. Reid, encouraged Pink to become a solo artist. The group Choice broke up in 1998.

Rise to Fame

After Choice ended, Pink signed with LaFace Records as a solo artist. Her first album, Can't Take Me Home, came out in 2000. It was a huge success, with hit singles like "There You Go" and "Most Girls".

In 2001, she collaborated with Christina Aguilera, Mýa, and Lil' Kim on a cover of "Lady Marmalade" for the movie Moulin Rouge!. The song became her first number-one single in the U.S. and won a Grammy Award.

Pink wanted more creative control over her music. For her second album, Missundaztood (2001), she worked with Linda Perry from the band 4 Non Blondes. The album had a more pop-rock sound and included hit songs like "Get the Party Started", "Don't Let Me Get Me", and "Just Like a Pill". It sold over 13 million copies worldwide and is still her best-selling album.

Continued Success with More Albums

Pink performing in 2006

Pink's third album, Try This (2003), had a rock-inspired sound. While it didn't sell as much as her previous album, the song "Trouble" won her a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance.

She returned to the top of the charts with her next albums, I'm Not Dead (2006) and Funhouse (2008). These albums featured major hits like "Who Knew", "U + Ur Hand", and the number-one single "So What". Her Funhouse Tour was a massive success, especially in Australia, where she played 58 shows.

In 2010, Pink released Greatest Hits... So Far!!!, a collection of her most popular songs. It included new tracks like "Raise Your Glass" and "`...` Perfect," which both became top ten hits.

The Truth About Love and You+Me

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

Pink's sixth album, The Truth About Love (2012), was her first to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. The album's most successful single, "Just Give Me a Reason", featuring Nate Ruess, became her fourth number-one hit in the U.S. and was a top seller worldwide.

In 2014, Pink formed a folk music duo called You+Me with Canadian musician Dallas Green. They released an album together called Rose Ave..

Recent Albums and Tours

Pink performing at Madison Square Garden in 2018

Pink continued her success with the albums Beautiful Trauma (2017) and Hurts 2B Human (2019), which both debuted at number one in the U.S. The lead single from Beautiful Trauma, "What About Us", was a worldwide hit. Her Beautiful Trauma World Tour was one of the highest-grossing tours of all time.

In 2019, Pink received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. After a short break to focus on her family, she released the live album All I Know So Far: Setlist in 2021. This was released with a documentary film about her life on tour.

Her ninth studio album, Trustfall (2023), reached number two on the U.S. charts. She supported the album with her Summer Carnival tour, which began in 2023 and continued into 2024.

Artistry and Voice

Madonna (left) and Janis Joplin (right) are some of Pink's musical influences.

Pink is known for her amazing stage presence, which often includes aerial acrobatics using silks. She was inspired to learn this after seeing a Cher concert. Her biggest musical influences include Janis Joplin and Madonna. She has said that as a child, she was a huge fan of Madonna.

Critics have praised Pink for her powerful and unique voice, which is often described as "raspy" and "husky." Her voice is in the contralto range, which is the lowest singing range for a female. Many critics and fellow artists, like Kelly Clarkson, have called her one of the best singers of her generation.

Legacy and Influence

Pink's star of the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard

Pink is seen as a trailblazer in pop music. She is credited with breaking away from the typical "teen pop" image of the early 2000s and creating her own unique style. Her mix of pop, rock, and honest lyrics has influenced many artists who came after her, including Katy Perry, Kesha, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna.

British singer Adele has said that seeing Pink perform live was a "defining moment" in her life. Other artists who have been inspired by Pink include Demi Lovato, Kelly Clarkson, Dua Lipa, and Halsey.

Personal Life

Pink in 2006

Pink met professional motocross racer Carey Hart in 2001. She proposed to him in 2005 during one of his races by holding up a sign that said, "Will U Marry Me? Serious!" They got married in Costa Rica on January 7, 2006.

The couple separated for a time in 2008 but got back together in 2009. They have two children: a daughter, Willow Sage Hart (born in 2011), and a son, Jameson Moon Hart (born in 2016). Hart has appeared in several of Pink's music videos, including "So What," "Just Give Me a Reason," and "All I Know So Far."

In 2020, Pink shared that she and her son had recovered from COVID-19. She donated $1 million to help with pandemic relief efforts.

Discography

• 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)

Filmography

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 at a London performance to promote the Funhouse album, November 2008

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  Pink performing at Main Square Festival in 2010

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  Pink performing at the Grammy Awards in 2014

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  Pink at Olympiastadion, Munich, in 2019

See also

In Spanish: Pink para niños