Dua Lipa's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Dua Lipa. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Dua Lipa is a highly successful English singer, songwriter, and actress recognized for her significant contributions to the music industry. She has garnered numerous accolades, including seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in contemporary pop music. Her global recognition is a testament to her talent and influence.
October 2015: Release of "Be the One"
In October 2015, Dua Lipa released her second single, "Be the One", which achieved European success.
November 2015: BBC Sound of... 2016 Long List
In November 2015, Dua Lipa was revealed as one of the acts to appear on the BBC Sound of... 2016 long list.
2016: BBC Sound of... 2016
In 2016, Dua Lipa was an act on the BBC Sound of... 2016 long list.
January 2017: EBBA Public Choice Award
In January 2017, Dua Lipa won the EBBA Public Choice Award, and released the single "Scared to Be Lonely" with Martin Garrix, reaching number 14 in the UK.
May 2017: Performance at SCTV Anniversary
In May 2017, Dua Lipa performed at the anniversary of Indonesian television channel SCTV and won the award for Young and Promising International Artist at the SCTV Music Awards.
2017: First UK Number-One Song
In 2017, Dua Lipa earned her first UK number-one song with "New Rules."
January 2018: Brit Awards Nominations
In January 2018, Dua Lipa received nominations in five categories at the Brit Awards, more nominations than any other artist that year.
May 2018: Inclusion on British Vogue's Influential Women List
In May 2018, Dua Lipa was included on British Vogue's inaugural list of the 25 most influential British women, being the youngest on the list at age 22.
2018: Brit Awards Wins and "One Kiss" Success
In 2018, Dua Lipa won Brit Awards for British Female Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act. Her single "One Kiss" with Calvin Harris became the best-selling song of the year in the UK.
2019: Grammy Awards Wins
In 2019, Dua Lipa won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist and Best Dance Recording for "Electricity" featuring Silk City.
2020: Guinness World Record for Livestreamed Concert
In 2020, Dua Lipa received a Guinness World Record for most tickets sold for a livestreamed concert by a solo female artist.
2020: Disco Revival and Album Success
In 2020, Dua Lipa was credited with being the protagonist in disco's revival through her song "Don't Start Now" (2019). Her sophomore album, Future Nostalgia, led to her being called "the Future of Pop."
2020: Release of Future Nostalgia
In 2020, Dua Lipa's second album, Future Nostalgia, was released, becoming her first UK number-one album and achieving top-three status in the US.
2021: "Levitating" Tops Billboard Charts
In 2021, "Levitating" from Future Nostalgia, topped the Billboard year-end Hot 100 chart and received a Diamond certification from the RIAA in the US.
2021: Guinness World Record for Most Monthly Spotify Listeners
In 2021, Dua Lipa received a Guinness World Record for most monthly listeners on Spotify for a female artist.
2021: Release of "Cold Heart (PNAU remix)"
In 2021, Dua Lipa scored her third UK number-one single with the Elton John duet "Cold Heart (PNAU remix)".
August 2022: Named Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo
In August 2022, Dua Lipa was named an Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo by the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, and expressed her support for the rights of Kosovans.
November 2022: Granted Albanian citizenship
On 27 November 2022, Dua Lipa was granted Albanian citizenship by President Bajram Begaj, one day before the country's 110th independence celebrations.
2023: Acting Debut in Barbie
In 2023, Dua Lipa made her acting debut in the film Barbie and released "Dance the Night" from the film's soundtrack, which became her fourth UK number-one single.
2024: Included in the Sunday Times Rich List
Dua Lipa was included in the Sunday Times Rich List for 2024 with an estimated net worth of £90 million.
2024: Inclusion in Time 100 List
In 2024, Time magazine included Dua Lipa in the Time 100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
July 2025: Granted Kosovar citizenship
On 31 July 2025, Dua Lipa was granted Kosovar citizenship by President Vjosa Osmani.
2025: Billboard Ranking on Top Women Artists List
In 2025, Billboard ranked Dua Lipa at number 25 on its "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list.
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