Laura Beatrice Marling, a renowned British folk singer-songwriter, was born on February 1, 1990. Her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft have earned her numerous accolades, including the Brit Award for Best British Female Solo Artist at the 2011 Brit Awards, as well as nominations for the same award at the 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018 Brit Awards.
Born in Berkshire, southern England, Marling moved to London at the age of 16 to pursue a career in music, joining her older sisters in the process. She began her musical journey by playing with various groups and eventually released her debut album, Alas, I Cannot Swim, in 2008. Her subsequent albums, including I Speak Because I Can, Once I Was an Eagle, and Song for Our Daughter, garnered nominations for the prestigious Mercury Music Prize in 2008, 2010, 2013, and 2020, respectively.
Marling's remarkable discography also includes her sixth record, Semper Femina, which was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Folk Album category, further solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the music industry.
