Cynthia Ann Stephanie Lauper, born on June 22, 1953, is a renowned American artist known for her exceptional talent as a singer, songwriter, actress, and activist. Lauper made history with her album ‘She’s So Unusual’ in 1983, becoming the first female artist to have four top-five hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including iconic songs like ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’, ‘Time After Time’, ‘She Bop’, and ‘All Through the Night’. Her groundbreaking success led her to win the prestigious Best New Artist award at the 27th Annual Grammy Awards in 1985.
Throughout her illustrious career, Lauper continued to captivate audiences with hits like ‘True Colors’ and ‘Change of Heart’ from her second album ‘True Colors’, released in 1986. Her versatility shone through with the soundtrack for the beloved movie ‘The Goonies’ in 1985. Lauper’s impact transcended music as she ventured into Broadway, winning a Tony Award for composing the musical ‘Kinky Boots’ in 2013, a historic achievement as the first woman to win the award for best original score on her own.
Lauper’s influence extends beyond her music, with over 50 million records sold worldwide and a multitude of prestigious awards, including Grammys, Emmys, Tonys, and MTV Video Music Awards. She is revered for her advocacy work, notably supporting LGBT rights. Lauper’s legacy as an artist is immortalized in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Women Who Rock exhibit, Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest albums, and VH1’s ranking of the best songs. With her unique image, dynamic voice, and unwavering commitment to social causes, Lauper continues to inspire and empower fans globally.