A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Amy Winehouse.
Amy Winehouse was a highly acclaimed English singer and songwriter, celebrated for her distinctive contralto voice and her fusion of soul, R&B, reggae, and jazz. She achieved global success, selling over 30 million records. Despite her talent and fame, Winehouse struggled with substance abuse, which overshadowed her career and ultimately contributed to her untimely death at the age of 27. Her raw and honest lyrics, combined with her unique vocal style, left an indelible mark on the music industry, solidifying her status as a significant figure in contemporary music.
In 1975, Natalie Cole, who later introduced Amy Winehouse at the Grammys, won a Grammy for Best New Artist while battling her own substance abuse problems.
On 20 October 2003, Amy Winehouse's debut album, "Frank", was released, receiving critical acclaim for its jazz influences and lyrical content.
In 2003, Amy Winehouse released her debut album, "Frank", which was influenced by jazz and critically acclaimed, establishing her presence in the music scene.
In 2004, Amy Winehouse was nominated for the Brit Awards in the categories of British Female Solo Artist and British Urban Act, contributing to the success of her album.
In 2006, Winehouse released "Back to Black," an album that achieved international success and became one of the best-selling albums in UK history.
In early 2006, Amy Winehouse experienced a rebound that coincided with writing her album Back to Black, after a difficult period in 2005.
In 2007, Amy Winehouse won the Brit Award for British Female Solo Artist, recognizing her significant impact on the music scene.
On 13 January 2008, Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black" held the number-one position on the Billboard Pan European charts for the third consecutive week, marking its international success.
On 10 February 2008, Amy Winehouse won five Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist. Due to visa issues, she performed via satellite from London. She referenced the Camden Market fire in her acceptance speech.
On 2 March 2008, the special deluxe edition of "Back to Black" reached the top of the UK album charts.
In April 2008, Amy Winehouse was voted the second-greatest "ultimate heroine" in a Sky News poll by the UK population, ranking first among those under 25.
In December 2008, a clip of Amy Winehouse's music was included in the "Roots and Influences" area at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex NYC, linking her to Billie Holiday, Aretha Franklin, and Mary J. Blige.
In 2008, "Back to Black" was the world's seventh-biggest-selling album, contributing significantly to Universal Music Group's market performance. The album has sold over 20 million copies worldwide.
In 2008, Amy Winehouse received mixed recognition, earning nominations for "Best Solo Artist" and "Best Music DVD" at the NME Awards, while also being awarded "Worst Dressed Performer" by the same organization. Furthermore, she was ranked second on Richard Blackwell's "Ten Worst Dressed Women" list.
In 2008, Amy Winehouse reportedly quit using illegal substances, according to her physician, marking a significant shift in her battle with addiction.
In 2008, Winehouse won five Grammy Awards, marking a significant achievement in her career and recognition of her global impact as a female artist.
In 2008, the song "Valerie", on which Winehouse was a vocalist, was nominated for a Brit Award for British Single of the Year, recognizing its popularity.
In May 2008, Amy Winehouse received two nominations for Best Song Musically & Lyrically at the Ivor Novello Awards, winning for "Love Is a Losing Game". She was also nominated for a 2008 MTV Europe Music Award.
In February 2012, Amy Winehouse was ranked 26th on VH1's 100 Greatest Women in Music list.
In 2016, the documentary "Amy" won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the Oscars, among other accolades.
In March 2017, singer-songwriter Bob Dylan expressed his admiration for Amy Winehouse's last record, calling her "the last real individualist around".
In March 2020, Amy Winehouse's name was unveiled on a stone on the new Music Walk of Fame in Camden, with her parents Mitch and Janis in attendance at the ceremony, honoring her musical legacy.
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Amy Winehouse at number 83 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.