Amy Winehouse: Why She Rocked Our World
Prior to the release of new documentary 'Amy', we celebrate the life of Amy Winehouse: a very talented musician.
PA PhotosAmy Winehouse 1983-2011
Amy Winehouse tragically passed away at the age of 27 in 2011. Prior to the release of new documentary Amy, we celebrate the life of one of Britain’s most talented musicians.
Rex FeaturesAmy Jade Winehouse was born in 1983 in London to father Mitch and mother Janis. Even at this young age, it was obvious she was going to be a unique beauty – just look at those big blue eyes.
WennAmy discovered her love for music at a young age, forming a rap group called Sweet ‘n’ Sour at the age of 10.
Rex FeaturesRefusing to conform from the beginning: Amy was expelled from Sylvia Young Theatre School at the age of 14 for not applying herself to her studies and piercing her nose. While she should have been adding A*s to her repertoire rather than piercing, it was an early sign of the alternative style icon that made her a GLAMOUR girl.
PA PhotosIn 2003, Amy rocked our world with her first album Frank. Her powerful contralto vocals brought jazz music back to the forefront of popular music, and she scored an Ivor Novello award for the song Stronger Than Me.
PA PhotosAmy’s dad Mitch once said of the singer: “She’s a wonderful family girl, she deserves to get on with her life and enjoy herself."
PA PhotosShe caught our attention with her soulful music, and then she had us ensnared in the almighty tangle that was her hair. The famous beehive was constantly reaching new heights, becoming her signature style that she stuck with for the rest of her career.
PA PhotosAmy divided opinions with her fashion, but there’s one thing Amy never did badly and that’s make a style statement. Statement earrings, statement minidresses and on-show statement underwear – Amy had a lot to say, and she said with her clothes.
Rex FeaturesThe album that defined her career: Amy released Back To Black, which won her six Grammys and sold six million copies worldwide, in 2006. Hits like Rehab, Love Is A Losing Game and Tears Dry On Their Own didn’t only rock our world, they rocked yours, too.
PA PhotosUnlucky in love: Amy’s tumultuous relationship with her ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil was well-documented.
PA PhotosAmy once said: “I wasn’t put here to sing. I was put here to be a wife and a mum and to look after my family. I love what I do, but it’s not where it begins and ends.”
Bigpicturesphoto.comAmy took a break from London to concentrate on her health and work on her third album in 2009. The singer flew out to St Lucia where she was spotted horse riding and relaxing on the beach. She seemed to be back to her best.
Big PicturesWe’re going to take a moment to talk about Amy’s love affair with eyeliner. The singer never stepped out without a flick above each eye – and her liner often reached right up to her brows. It was signature looks like this one that made Ms Winehouse an icon of her age.
Rex FeaturesAmy used her fashion icon status to collaborate with one of her favourite brands, Fred Perry. The singer worked on a range of classic pieces for the sporting legend’s label in 2010.
PA PhotosIn 2010, the Back To Black singer looked completely smitten when she stepped out with Reg Traviss. It seemed she was over Blake for good.
Rex FeaturesWhen she started her South American tour in January 2011, Amy wowed crowds with her flawless performances, marking the start of a comeback. With a break from the public eye and some space from the tabloids, it seemed that Amy was back to doing what she did best: entertaining.
Rex FeaturesFierce fashion, statement hair and beauty and the voice of an angel: Amy rocked our world.
PA PhotosAmy was found dead at her house in London on 23 July 2011.
As her fans mourn the loss of one of Britain’s most talented singers, we celebrate the life of a singer; a fashionista; a star.
PA Photos“One I wish I never played,
Oh, what a mess we made,
And now the final frame,
Love is a losing game.”
