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 and Albanian singer, songwriter, and actress recognized for her significant impact on popular music. She has garnered numerous accolades throughout her career, including seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Her blend of pop, dance, and R&B influences has resonated globally, making her a celebrated artist and pop culture icon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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...

In 2016, Dua Lipa appeared on the BBC Sound of... list.

January 2017: EBBA Public Choice Award and "Scared to Be Lonely" Release

In January 2017, Dua Lipa won the EBBA Public Choice Award and released the single "Scared to Be Lonely" with Martin Garrix.

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May 2017: Performance at SCTV and Award

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.

January 2018: Brit Awards Nominations

In January 2018, Dua Lipa received nominations in five categories at the Brit Awards, including MasterCard British Album of the Year for Dua Lipa, British Single of the Year and British Video of the Year for "New Rules", British Female Solo Artist, and British Breakthrough Act.

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May 2018: Included on British Vogue's List

In May 2018, Dua Lipa was included on British Vogue's inaugural list of the 25 most influential British women of 2018, being the youngest on the list at age 22.

2018: Brit Awards Wins

In 2018, Dua Lipa won the Brit Awards for British Female Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act. Also, her single "One Kiss" with Calvin Harris was the best-selling song of 2018 in the UK and won the Brit Award for Song of the Year.

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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.

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2020: Guinness World Record for Livestreamed Concert Tickets

In 2020, Dua Lipa received a Guinness World Record for most tickets sold for a livestreamed concert by a solo female artist.

2020: Future Nostalgia Album Success

In 2020, Dua Lipa's second album, Future Nostalgia, became her first UK number-one album and peaked in the top-three in the US. Its lead single, "Don't Start Now", achieved significant success.

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2021: "Levitating" Tops Billboard Chart

In 2021, "Levitating" from the Future Nostalgia album topped the Billboard year-end Hot 100 chart and received a RIAA Diamond certification in the US. Future Nostalgia also won the Brit Award for British Album of the Year and the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album.

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2021: Guinness World Record for Spotify Listeners

In 2021, Dua Lipa received a Guinness World Record for most monthly listeners on Spotify for a female artist, though she did not surpass Ariana Grande's all-time peak.

2021: "Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)" Success

In 2021, Dua Lipa scored her third UK number-one single with the Elton John duet "Cold Heart (PNAU remix)".

August 2022: Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo

In August 2022, Dua Lipa was named an Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo by the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani.

November 2022: Albanian Citizenship

On November 27, 2022, Dua Lipa was granted Albanian citizenship by president Bajram Begaj, a day before the country's 110th independence celebrations.