5 Fascinating Facts About Adele

Her Full Name is Adele Laurie Blue Adkins

The singer we know simply as "Adele" was born Adele Laurie Blue Adkins on May 5, 1988, in Tottenham, London. Her middle name, Laurie, was inspired by the famous musician Laurie Anders.

She Was the First Artist to Have Three Simultaneous Top 10 Singles on the Billboard Hot 100

Adele made history in 2012 when she became the first artist to achieve this feat. Her songs Rolling in the Deep, Someone Like You, and Set Fire to the Rain dominated the charts.

Her Debut Album, 19, Was Released When She Was Just 19

As a teenager, Adele signed her first record deal and released her debut album 19 in 2008. The album received widespread acclaim and introduced her powerful voice to the world.

Adele Took a Hiatus for Over 3 Years After 25's Release

After the overwhelming success of her third album, 25, Adele took a break from the music scene to focus on her personal life and raise her son. Her hiatus was a deliberate choice, as she wanted to step away from the spotlight and reconnect with herself.

She Won 15 Grammy Awards

Adele has won 15 Grammy Awards in her career, including multiple wins for "Album of the Year," "Record of the Year," and "Song of the Year." She has cemented herself as one of the most awarded artists in modern music history.