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Lulu (singer)
Scottish songster (born 1948)
Musical artist
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Fast Facts
Full Name:
Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie
Birth date:
November 3, 1948
Relationship Status:
Single
Background
Born Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie in Lennoxtown and brought up in Glasgow, Lulu continues to make waves in the U.K. and around the world. She was born alongside three other siblings and had her early education at Thomson Street Primary School. Her father, even though a heavy drinker, gave her the greatest gift in the world — her voice.
Lulu’s career began between 1960 and 1961 when she and her manager sought a singing stage experience with the band, Bellrocks. Even at that young age, Lulu’s voice was sensational, as was confirmed by Bellrocks’ bass player, Alex Thomson. She got her nickname from Marion Massey, her longtime manager in 1962. Lulu’s fame began in 1963 when her version of the Isley Brothers’ track “Shout” reached no. 7 on the U.K. charts. In 1964, she was signed to Decca Records, with whom she recorded several tracks before leaving it for Columbia Records two years after. Her 1965 track, “Leave a Little Love” also ranked in the U.K. Top 10 chart. Lulu’s producer from Columbia records, Mickie Most, produced seven songs for her, all of which made the U.K. top charts, wit
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Lulu facts: Singer's age, children, husbands and career revealed
23 December 2021, 09:46 | Updated: 19 January 2022, 16:46
Lulu is one of the most well-known Scottish singers thanks to her iconic hits including the 1964 hit cover of The Isley Brothers’ song ‘Shout’.
Lulu's career began in 1964 after signing with Decca Records. Her cover of ‘Shout’ went to number seven in the official UK charts and she continued releasing records.
Lulu has retained a successful media presence ever since and regularly appears on TV. Here’s everything you need to know about Lulu's career and personal life.
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After her success with ‘Shout’, Lulu went on to win the joint first place title on the Eurovision Song Contest in 1969 with the track ‘Boom Bang-A-Bang’. She represented the UK and shared the win with France, Netherlands and Spain.
Away from music, Lulu began to establish her media presence and had regular opportunities in radio and television.
In 1993, Lulu appeared on Take That’s iconic track ‘Relight My Fire’ which gave Lulu her first and only number one on the official UK music chart.
Lulu was awarded an OBE in 2000 by the Queen for her services to music and it was upgraded to a CBE in 2021.
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