History of Ellie Goulding in Timeline
Ellie Goulding, born Elena Jane Goulding, is an English singer, songwriter, and activist. Beginning her songwriting journey at 15, she released her debut single "Under the Sheets" in 2009. She quickly signed with Polydor Records and released her first EP. Her debut album, "Lights" (2010), reached number one in the UK and was reissued as "Bright Lights," featuring popular singles like "Your Song," "Starry Eyed," and "Lights."
December 1986: Birth of Ellie Goulding
On December 30, 1986, Elena Jane Goulding was born in Hereford, England. She would later become a successful singer, songwriter, and activist.
December 1986: Ellie Goulding's Birth and Childhood
On December 30, 1986, Elena Jane Goulding was born in Hereford, Herefordshire, England, to Arthur and Tracey Goulding, and raised in Lyonshall. She experienced a difficult childhood, including her parents' separation when she was five and being raised in a "super poor" family environment.
July 2009: Signing with Polydor Records
In July 2009, Ellie Goulding officially signed with Polydor Records, marking a significant step in her early career.
November 2009: Release of Debut Single 'Under the Sheets'
On November 15, 2009, Ellie Goulding's debut single, "Under the Sheets", was released digitally in the United Kingdom through Neon Gold Records. The release followed her appearance on Later... with Jools Holland.
December 2009: 'Wish I Stayed' Free Download
From December 22 to 28, 2009, Ellie Goulding's song "Wish I Stayed" was available as a free download as Single of the Week on iTunes Store UK.
2009: Debut Single and Record Deal
In 2009, Ellie Goulding released her debut single "Under the Sheets" through Neon Gold Records. Later that year, she signed with Polydor Records and released her debut EP, An Introduction to Ellie Goulding.
2009: Release of "Fighter Plane"
In 2009, Ellie Goulding released the song "Fighter Plane".
March 2010: Touring with Passion Pit
In March 2010, Ellie Goulding toured in support of Lights and supported Passion Pit.
March 2010: Release of Debut Album 'Lights'
In March 2010, Ellie Goulding's debut album, Lights, was released. It reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and No. 6 on the Irish Albums Chart.
May 2010: Supporting John Mayer's British Tour
In May 2010, Ellie Goulding supported John Mayer during his British tour.
August 2010: Release of 'Run into the Light' EP
In August 2010, Ellie Goulding released a second EP, Run into the Light, featuring remixes from her debut album, Lights. It was supported by Nike as a running soundtrack.
November 2010: 'Lights' Re-released as 'Bright Lights'
In November 2010, Ellie Goulding's album Lights was re-released as Bright Lights, with six new tracks added. Her cover of Elton John's "Your Song" was released alongside a John Lewis Christmas advert.
2010: Dating Greg James
In 2010, Ellie Goulding began dating English radio DJ Greg James.
2010: John Lewis Christmas Advert
In 2010, Ellie Goulding contributed her vocals to an advert for the British department store chain John Lewis, performing "Your Song" for the store's 2010 Christmas campaign.
2010: Bupa Great North Run Participation
In 2010, Ellie Goulding participated in the Bupa Great North Run for the British Heart Foundation.
2010: Release of "Starry Eyed"
In 2010, Ellie Goulding released the song "Starry Eyed".
2010: BBC Sound of 2010 and Brit Awards Win
In 2010, Ellie Goulding won the BBC Sound of 2010 poll and the Critics' Choice Award at the 2010 Brit Awards, making her the second artist to win both in the same year. She also co-wrote songs for other artists' albums.
2010: Debut Album Release and Success
In 2010, Ellie Goulding's debut studio album, Lights, was released. It reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and was later reissued as Bright Lights, which featured hit singles such as "Your Song", "Starry Eyed", and "Lights".
January 2011: Release of 'Lights' as a Single from 'Bright Lights'
In January 2011, the title track from Ellie Goulding's album Lights was released as the second single from Bright Lights.
February 2011: Rolling Stone Hot List and Brit Awards Nominations
In February 2011, Ellie Goulding was No. 5 on Rolling Stone's annual hot list. She was also nominated for Best British Female and Best British Breakthrough Act at the Brit Awards.
April 2011: Coachella Performance and American TV Debut
In April 2011, Ellie Goulding performed live at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and made her American television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live! performing "Starry Eyed".
May 2011: Saturday Night Live Appearance and Royal Wedding Performance
In May 2011, Ellie Goulding appeared as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live and performed at the wedding reception of Prince William and Kate Middleton, where she sang approximately 14 songs, including her cover of "Your Song".
August 2011: V Festival Performance
In August 2011, Ellie Goulding performed at the V Festival for her second consecutive year.
September 2011: Opening for Katy Perry's California Dreams Tour
On September 19, 2011, it was announced that Ellie Goulding would open for Katy Perry's California Dreams Tour, replacing Jessie J.
December 2011: Nobel Peace Prize Concert and White House Performance
In December 2011, Ellie Goulding performed at the annual Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway. She also performed at the White House during the National Christmas Tree lighting.
2011: Big Sean, Wiz Khalifa and Chiddy Bang's sample "Fighter Plane"
In 2011, Big Sean, Wiz Khalifa and Chiddy Bang sampled Ellie Goulding's "Fighter Plane" (2009) for their song "High".
2011: She Runs LA Event
In 2011, Ellie Goulding ran the She Runs LA event for charity Students Run LA, which aims to increase access to sport for less privileged children across the Los Angeles Unified School District.
June 2012: Sales Figures for 'Lights' Album
As of June 2012, Ellie Goulding's debut album, Lights, had sold over 850,000 copies in the UK and 1.6 million copies worldwide, demonstrating its success.
July 2012: Release of 'Hanging On' Cover
On July 10, 2012, Ellie Goulding released a cover of Active Child's song "Hanging On", featuring Tinie Tempah, as a free download on her SoundCloud page.
August 2012: 'Lights' Charts in the US
In August 2012, Ellie Goulding's song "Lights" reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, becoming her highest-charting song in the US.
August 2012: Release of 'Anything Could Happen' Lead Single
On August 21, 2012, Ellie Goulding's lead single "Anything Could Happen" from the album Halcyon was released, with a lyric video premiering on August 9, 2012.
October 2012: Release of 'Halcyon' Album
In late July 2012, it was announced that Ellie Goulding's second album, Halcyon, would be released on October 8, 2012.
November 2012: Contribution to Twilight Soundtrack
In November 2012, Ellie Goulding contributed a track titled "Bittersweet", produced by Skrillex, to the soundtrack of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
November 2012: Release of 'Figure 8' Music Video
On November 19, 2012, the music video for Ellie Goulding's second single from Halcyon, titled "Figure 8", was released.
December 2012: Digital Release of 'Figure 8'
On December 12, 2012, Ellie Goulding's single "Figure 8" was released digitally in the UK, charting before its release and reaching No. 33.
2012: Partnership with Pandora Radio
In 2012, Ellie Goulding partnered with Pandora Radio. One dollar for each sale of her mixtape was donated to the Free the Children charity.
2012: Release of Halcyon
In 2012, Ellie Goulding released her second studio album, Halcyon, which was preceded by the lead single "Anything Could Happen".
2012: Release of "Don't Say a Word"
In 2012, Ellie Goulding released the song "Don't Say a Word".
2012: End of relationship with Greg James, Dating Skrillex
In 2012, Ellie Goulding's 18-month relationship with Greg James ended. Later in the same year, Goulding began dating DJ Skrillex after collaborating on "Bittersweet".
February 2013: Supporting Bruno Mars on Tour
On February 12, 2013, it was announced that Ellie Goulding would be supporting Bruno Mars on his Moonshine Jungle World Tour in May 2013 on selected dates.
April 2013: Nike Women Half Marathon
On April 28, 2013, Ellie Goulding ran the inaugural Nike Women Half Marathon in Washington, D.C., finishing with a time of 1:41:35.
May 2013: UK Tour Announcement and 'Tessellate' Cover Release
In May 2013, Ellie Goulding announced a seven-date tour in the UK for October and released her cover of Alt-J's song "Tessellate" via her SoundCloud page.
June 2013: Festival and Concert Performances
In June 2013, Ellie Goulding performed at various festivals and concerts, including RockNess festival, Capital FM Summertime Ball, and Firefly Music Festival.
July 2013: Premiere of 'You My Everything' and 'Halcyon' Re-Release Confirmation
On July 2, 2013, Ellie Goulding premiered a song titled "You My Everything" in an episode of Skins Fire and confirmed that Halcyon would be re-released later that year.
July 2013: Release of Halcyon Days and 'Burn' Single
On July 5, 2013, it was confirmed that Halcyon Days, a repackaged edition of Halcyon, would be released on August 23, 2013. The re-release was preceded by the single "Burn", which was uploaded to Goulding's SoundCloud page.
August 2013: Breakup with Jeremy Irvine
In August 2013, Ellie Goulding and actor Jeremy Irvine ended their relationship.
August 2013: Release of Halcyon Days
On August 23, 2013, the repackaged edition of Ellie Goulding's album 'Halcyon', titled Halcyon Days, was released.
September 2013: 'How Long Will I Love You' Music Video and Hunger Games Soundtrack
On September 9, 2013, Ellie Goulding released a music video for "How Long Will I Love You" for the film About Time. She also appeared on the soundtrack for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire with the track "Mirror".
October 2013: 'How Long Will I Love You' for Children in Need and 'Silhouette' Release
On October 15, 2013, Ellie Goulding confirmed that "How Long Will I Love You" would be the next single for BBC's Children in Need. On the same day, the Active Child song "Silhouette", featuring Goulding, was also released.
2013: Halcyon Days Re-Release and Chart-Topping Single
In 2013, Ellie Goulding released Halcyon Days, a repackaged edition of her album Halcyon, which featured the single "Burn". This single became her first No. 1 single in the UK.
2013: Marks & Spencer 'Womanism' Campaign
In 2013, Ellie Goulding was announced as one of the models for Marks & Spencer's 'Womanism' campaign, subtitled "Britain's leading ladies."
2013: Release of "Halcyon Days"
In 2013, Ellie Goulding's second album was re-issued as Halcyon Days, featuring ten new songs, marking her return to electropop.
2013: Number-one single with "Burn"
In 2013, Ellie Goulding's single "Burn" reached number one in the United Kingdom.
2013: Official Single for Children in Need
In 2013, Ellie Goulding's track "How Long Will I Love You" was the official single for the 2013 Children in Need campaign.
January 2014: 'Goodness Gracious' Music Video Premiere and 'Divergent' Soundtrack Contribution
In January 2014, Ellie Goulding premiered the music video for her song "Goodness Gracious" and confirmed her contribution of the song "Beating Heart" to the soundtrack for the film Divergent.
February 2014: Release of 'Life Round Here' Cover and Brit Award Win
In February 2014, Ellie Goulding released a cover of the James Blake song "Life Round Here" featuring Angel Haze and won Best British Female Solo Artist at the 2014 Brit Awards.
October 2014: Collaboration with Calvin Harris on 'Outside'
On October 20, 2014, Ellie Goulding announced that she would appear on the new Calvin Harris album, Motion, with a new song called "Outside". The song was released on the same day.
November 2014: Focusing on a third studio album
In November 2014, Ellie Goulding announced that she was focusing on her third studio album, marking a new chapter in her career.
November 2014: Feature on Iggy Azalea's 'Heavy Crown'
On November 21, 2014, Ellie Goulding featured in Iggy Azalea's song "Heavy Crown", which was released on Azalea's Reclassified, a reissue of her debut album The New Classic.
2014: Performance at Streets of London Charity Event
From 2014, Ellie Goulding has performed in the annual charity concerts for the "Streets of London" charity event at the Royal Albert Hall from years 2014.
2014: Relationship with Dougie Poynter
In 2014, Ellie Goulding began a relationship with Dougie Poynter of McFly.
2014: Number-one single with "Love Me Like You Do"
In 2014, Ellie Goulding's single "Love Me Like You Do" reached number one in the United Kingdom.
April 2015: Preview of "Powerful" released
On April 23, 2015, a preview of the single "Powerful" by Major Lazer featuring Ellie Goulding and Tarrus Riley was revealed, creating anticipation for its official release.
May 2015: Appearance in Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood" music video
In May 2015, Ellie Goulding appeared in the music video for Taylor Swift's song "Bad Blood", showcasing her presence and involvement in the broader music industry.
June 2015: Release of "Powerful" on Major Lazer's Album
On June 1, 2015, Ellie Goulding's track "Powerful", a collaboration with Major Lazer and Tarrus Riley, was released as part of Major Lazer's album Peace Is the Mission.
July 2015: Completion of new material recording
On July 27, 2015, Ellie Goulding finished recording new material, as indicated by her tweet linking to an Instagram post from Abbey Road Studios captioned "That's a wrap!", hinting at upcoming releases.
August 2015: Unveiling of new single "On My Mind"
On August 5, 2015, at the iHeartRadio Music Summit, Interscope unveiled the title of Ellie Goulding's new single, "On My Mind", marking a significant step in the promotion of her upcoming album.
September 2015: Announcement and debut of "On My Mind"
In September 2015, on September 7, Ellie Goulding was announced as a performer at the 2015 AFL Grand Final. On September 17, she debuted her single, "On My Mind", on BBC Radio 1's Breakfast Show and announced the release of her album Delirium on November 6. She later performed "On My Mind" at the Apple Music Festival.
September 2015: Preview and release date confirmation for "On My Mind"
On September 15, 2015, a preview of Ellie Goulding's new track "On My Mind" was released online via her Facebook page, with the confirmed single release date set for September 17, 2015. The following day, another video teaser revealed the title and cover art for her third studio album, Delirium.
October 2015: Appearance on the Australian X Factor
On October 6, 2015, Ellie Goulding performed "On My Mind" on the Australian X Factor. On October 15, it was announced that "Army" would be the second single from the album; the song's music video was later released on January 14, 2016.
December 2015: Volunteering at the Marylebone Project
On December 24, 2015, Ellie Goulding volunteered in central London at the Marylebone Project to help end homelessness and challenge stereotypes associated with homeless individuals.
December 2015: Grammy Nomination for "Love Me Like You Do"
On December 7, 2015, Ellie Goulding's "Love Me Like You Do" received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Solo Performance, recognizing the song's widespread success and Goulding's vocal performance.
2015: MAC Cosmetics Collaboration Announcement
In 2015, Ellie Goulding and MAC cosmetics announced their first collaboration, launching a make-up set inspired by Goulding's "light and dichotomy".
2015: First artist to replace herself on Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart
In 2015, Ellie Goulding became the first artist to replace herself at the top of the Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart, with "Love Me Like You Do" succeeding "Outside." "Love Me Like You Do" also broke the record for the most-streamed track in a week on Spotify, surpassing "Uptown Funk".
2015: Release of "Delirium"
In 2015, Ellie Goulding released her third studio album Delirium, a pivotal moment in her career as it presented a change in her musical direction, reaching for a more maximalist pop oriented sound.
2015: Delirium Release and Grammy Nomination
In 2015, Ellie Goulding released her third studio album, Delirium, along with its lead single "On My Mind". She also received a Grammy Award nomination for "Love Me Like You Do", recorded for the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack.
January 2016: Make-Up Set Available
In January 2016, Ellie Goulding's make-up set with MAC Cosmetics was released, with each cosmetic named after a song from her discography.
January 2016: Brit Awards Nomination for "Love Me Like You Do"
In January 2016, specifically on January 14, Ellie Goulding's song "Love Me Like You Do" was nominated for British Single of the Year and Best British Video at the 2016 Brit Awards, further cementing the song's popularity and impact.
January 2016: Release of "Army" music video
On January 14, 2016, the music video for Ellie Goulding's song "Army" was released. Additionally, on January 19, "Something in the Way You Move" was released as a single.
February 2016: Music Video Release for "Something in the Way You Move"
On February 23, 2016, the original music video for Ellie Goulding's "Something in the Way You Move" was released, contributing to the promotion of the song.
March 2016: Pantene Pro-V Endorsement
Since March 21, 2016, Ellie Goulding has been endorsing the Swiss shampoo Pantene Pro-V on television and online, under the tagline "Strong Is Beautiful".
June 2016: Pride Flag Protest in North Carolina
In June 2016, during her Delirium World Tour performance in North Carolina, Ellie Goulding displayed a pride flag as a protest against the state's 'bathroom bill' (HB2), which restricted the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.
August 2016: Release of "Still Falling for You"
On August 19, 2016, Ellie Goulding released the song "Still Falling for You" for the soundtrack of the film Bridget Jones's Baby, with its music video premiering on August 25, 2016.
2016: End of Relationship with Dougie Poynter
In 2016, Ellie Goulding and Dougie Poynter ended their relationship.
2016: Champions Environmental Causes
In 2016, Ellie Goulding championed environmental causes, working with organizations like the World Wildlife Fund. She also urged people to share #MakeClimateMatter during Earth Hour.
2016: Speaks about Panic Attacks and Therapy
In 2016, Ellie Goulding spoke to Flare about suffering panic attacks caused by the studio environment and going to cognitive behavioral therapy sessions for the first time.
2016: Hiatus from Music
In 2016, Ellie Goulding took a hiatus from her music career to address anxiety and deal with media scrutiny.
2016: Vic Mensa & Skrillex sample "Explosions"
In 2016, Vic Mensa & Skrillex sampled Ellie Goulding's "Explosions" (2012) for their song "No Chill".
April 2017: Release of "First Time" with Kygo
On April 28, 2017, Ellie Goulding's collaboration with Kygo, titled "First Time", was released, following its premiere at the Mawazine Festival. This marks her first stand-alone release.
May 2017: MAC Collaboration Ranking
As of May 2017, Ellie Goulding's collection with MAC was included among the best-selling MAC collaborations of all time, placing at number sixteen.
June 2017: Release of another music video for "Something in the Way You Move"
On June 21, 2017, another music video, directed by Emil Nava, was released for Ellie Goulding's song "Something in the Way You Move", offering a different visual interpretation of the song.
2017: Discusses Confidence Issues and Anxiety
In 2017, Ellie Goulding discussed her ongoing confidence issues and severe anxiety in an interview with Well+Good.
2017: Performance at Mawazine Festival
In 2017, Ellie Goulding performed at the opening of the 16th edition of the Mawazine Festival in Rabat, Morocco, from May 12 to 20.
2017: 'Global Leadership Award' for environmental and social justice activism
In 2017, Ellie Goulding received the 'Global Leadership Award' for her environmental and social justice activism from the United Nations Foundation.
June 2018: Collaboration with Sean Paul on "Bad Love"
On June 29, 2018, Ellie Goulding collaborated with Sean Paul on his Mad Love the Prequel EP, featuring on the track "Bad Love".
August 2018: Engagement Announcement
In August 2018, Ellie Goulding and Caspar Jopling announced their engagement.
October 2018: Release of "Close to Me"
On October 24, 2018, Ellie Goulding collaborated with Diplo and Swae Lee on the single "Close to Me", marking another significant release in her career.
2018: Performance at Streets of London Charity Event
From 2018, Ellie Goulding has performed in the annual charity concerts for the "Streets of London" charity event at the Royal Albert Hall from years 2018.
2018: Named UN Environment Programme Global Ambassador
In 2018, Ellie Goulding joined the United Nations Foundation as a Global Ambassador.
January 2019: Announcement of fourth album
On January 1, 2019, The Guardian reported that Ellie Goulding was working on her fourth album, set to be released in the same year. The album would be mostly written by her.
April 2019: Creation of Song for Our Planet
In April 2019, Ellie Goulding and Steven Price created the song "In This Together" for David Attenborough's environmental documentary series Our Planet.
April 2019: Release of "Sixteen"
On April 12, 2019, Ellie Goulding released the single "Sixteen", a song that she said was close to her heart and reminiscent of her teenage years.
June 2019: Release of "Hate Me" with Juice Wrld
On June 26, 2019, Ellie Goulding released "Hate Me" with Juice Wrld, which premiered on Beats 1 as Zane Lowe's 'World Record'.
August 2019: Marriage at York Minster
In August 2019, Ellie Goulding and Caspar Jopling were married at York Minster.
October 2019: Speaks at One Young World Global Forum
In October 2019, Ellie Goulding was one of the 2,000 activists who spoke at the One Young World global forum, addressing urgent global issues like climate change.
November 2019: Salvation Army Halftime Show Controversy
In November 2019, Ellie Goulding was set to perform at the Dallas Cowboys’ halftime show, launching the Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign. Concerns arose over the organization's anti-LGBTQ+ policies, leading Goulding to threaten withdrawal unless the Salvation Army made a commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. After the Salvation Army reaffirmed their commitment to serving all individuals, Goulding proceeded with the performance.
2019: Most song entries by a British female artist in the US
In 2019, Ellie Goulding achieved the record for the most song entries by a British female artist in the US, with "Hate Me" becoming her fourteenth entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
2019: Variety Hitmakers Decade Award and honorary Doctor of Arts degree
In 2019, Ellie Goulding received the Variety Hitmakers Decade Award, acknowledging her decade of success. Additionally, she was awarded an honorary Doctor of Arts degree from the University of Kent for her contributions to music.
2019: Raises Awareness on Imposter Syndrome
In 2019, Ellie Goulding used her Instagram account to bring awareness to imposter syndrome, sharing her own experiences and the consequences on her life and career. She also revealed that her grandfather committed suicide "a few years ago".
2019: 'Celebrity Ally' by British LGBT Awards
In 2019, Ellie Goulding was awarded 'Celebrity Ally' by the British LGBT Awards, in recognition of her support for the LGBTQ+ community.
March 2020: Release of "Worry About Me"
On March 13, 2020, Ellie Goulding released the single "Worry About Me" in collaboration with Blackbear, marking her return from a hiatus.
June 2020: Delay of Brightest Blue album release
In June 2020, specifically on June 5 (original scheduled date), the release of Ellie Goulding's album, Brightest Blue, was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
July 2020: Release of Brightest Blue album
On July 17, 2020, Ellie Goulding released her fourth studio album, Brightest Blue, which debuted at the top of the UK Album Chart and reached top positions in several other countries.
2020: Release of "Brightest Blue"
In 2020, Ellie Goulding released her fourth studio album Brightest Blue, which is divided into two sides and experiments with genres such as R&B, soul and electropop.
2020: Brightest Blue Album Release
In 2020, Ellie Goulding released her fourth studio album, Brightest Blue, which topped the UK Albums Chart. It included the hit singles "Close to Me", "Hate Me", and "Sixteen".
2020: French Montana samples "Starry Eyed"
In 2020, French Montana sampled Ellie Goulding's "Starry Eyed" (2010) for his song "I Know".
January 2021: Release of "New Love" with Silk City
On January 21, 2021, Ellie Goulding released a collaboration with electronic duo Silk City, titled "New Love".
February 2021: Pregnancy Announcement
In February 2021, Ellie Goulding announced that she and Caspar Jopling were expecting their first child.
April 2021: Birth of First Child
In April 2021, Ellie Goulding gave birth to her first child, a son.
June 2021: Stake in SERVED Hard Seltzer
In June 2021, Ellie Goulding acquired a significant stake in the British hard seltzer brand SERVED, attracted by its local roots and eco-friendly ethos.
July 2021: Description of forthcoming album
Back in July 2021, during an interview with Joe Wicks, Ellie Goulding described the forthcoming album as "a dance record. It's electronic pop, a dance thing from outer space".
November 2021: Attends Opening of Homeless Women's Center
In November 2021, Ellie Goulding, as a patron of the Marylebone Project, attended the opening of a 24-hour drop-in center for homeless women in London.
2021: Post-Natal Depression
In December 2023, while guest editing the Today programme, Ellie Goulding revealed she had suffered from post-natal depression following the birth of her son in 2021.
June 2022: Performance at Rock in Rio and New Music Announcement
On June 19, 2022, Ellie Goulding performed at Rock in Rio in Lisbon, Portugal, and announced the release of new music in July. The following day, she blacked out her social media profiles.
July 2022: ASA Bans SERVED Facebook Posts
In July 2022, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) banned a series of Facebook posts from Ellie Goulding promoting SERVED hard seltzer, citing that claims about low calories and no sugar were not permitted for alcohol products.
July 2022: Release of "Easy Lover" featuring Big Sean
On July 4, 2022, Ellie Goulding announced the release of "Easy Lover" featuring Big Sean, which was subsequently released on July 15.
2022: Criticizes Liz Truss on Climate Crisis Stance
In 2022, Ellie Goulding called out then-Prime Minister Liz Truss on Twitter, urging her to take a serious stance on the climate crisis.
2022: 'Ally Award' by the Attitude Awards
In 2022, Ellie Goulding was honored with the 'Ally Award' by the Attitude Awards for her support of the LGBTQ+ community and also received a nomination for 'Celebrity Ally' award by British LGBT Awards.
2022: 'Humanitarian of the Year' and 'Impact Award'
In 2022, Ellie Goulding was named 'Humanitarian of the Year' by the United Nations Foundation for raising awareness of fossil fuel-funded conflicts and supporting refugees. She was also honored at the TIME 100 Impact Awards with the 'Impact Award'.
2022: BMI President's Award
In 2022, Ellie Goulding was presented with the BMI President's Award at the BMI London Awards ceremony, recognizing her achievements as a songwriter.
2022: Lil Baby samples "Don't Say a Word" and Fivio Foreign samples "Lights"
In 2022, Lil Baby sampled Ellie Goulding's "Don't Say a Word" (2012) for his song "In a Minute," and Fivio Foreign sampled "Lights" (2011) for "World Watching."
2022: Ally Award Acceptance and Call to Action
In 2022, while accepting the Ally Award at the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards, Ellie Goulding urged fellow allies to support and protect the LGBTQ community, emphasizing transgender individuals in light of rising attacks and hostility.
January 2023: SERVED Partnership with Morrisons
In January 2023, SERVED announced a partnership with Morrisons as part of the supermarket's ‘Growing British Brands’ accelerator program, making SERVED products available in 498 Morrisons stores and online.
February 2023: Initial release date announcement for Higher Than Heaven
On October 19, Ellie Goulding announced that her fifth studio album, Higher Than Heaven, would be released on February 3, 2023, before multiple delays.
March 2023: Release of "By the End of the Night" and BRIT Billion Award
In March 2023, specifically on March 10, Ellie Goulding released the single "By the End of the Night". Also, on May 3, she was presented with the BRIT Billion Award by the British Phonographic Industry.
April 2023: Release of Higher Than Heaven
After multiple delays, Ellie Goulding's fifth studio album, Higher Than Heaven, was finally released on April 7, 2023.
September 2023: Heineken UK Acquires Stake in SERVED
In September 2023, it was announced that Heineken UK had acquired a significant minority stake in SERVED, the hard seltzer brand in which Ellie Goulding owns a stake.
December 2023: Reveals Post-Natal Depression
In December 2023, Ellie Goulding revealed that she had suffered from post-natal depression following the birth of her son in 2021.
2023: Eco-Friendly Album Packaging
In 2023, Ellie Goulding decided that her next album would feature eco-friendly packaging. Her fifth studio album, Higher Than Heaven, saw multiple delays due to difficulties sourcing sustainable materials for the album's physical formats.
2023: The Praeses Elit Award from Trinity College Dublin
In 2023, Ellie Goulding received 'The Praeses Elit Award' from Trinity College Dublin, given to individuals who have made a significant impact in their respective fields.
2023: Release of "Higher Than Heaven"
In 2023, Ellie Goulding released her fifth studio album Higher Than Heaven, mainly a dance-pop and nu-disco record, also incorporating tracks with synthpop, R&B and EDM influences.
2023: Record for most song entries by a British female solo artist in the UK Singles Chart
In 2023, Ellie Goulding surpassed Dame Shirley Bassey to hold the record for most song entries by a British female solo artist in the UK Singles Chart, with 36 song entries. Also, her single "Miracle" reached number one in the United Kingdom.
2023: Success with 'Miracle' and 'Higher Than Heaven' Album
In 2023, Ellie Goulding's single "Miracle" with Calvin Harris topped the UK Singles Chart for eight weeks. Her fifth studio album, Higher Than Heaven, also debuted at No. 1 in the UK, tying her with Adele for the most chart-topping albums by a British female artist in UK history.
2023: Future and Metro Boomin sample "Hanging On"
In 2023, Future and Metro Boomin sampled Ellie Goulding's "Hanging On" (2012) for their song "Mile High Memories".
February 2024: Separation Announcement
In February 2024, Ellie Goulding and Caspar Jopling announced their separation.
May 2024: Teasing of New Single with Four Tet
On May 8, 2024, Four Tet teased a new single with Ellie Goulding on his social media, titled "In My Dreams".
July 2024: SERVED's Biggest Campaign Yet
In July 2024, it was reported that SERVED was being promoted with its biggest campaign yet, a four-week campaign under the slogan "Summer's Too Short for Bad Cocktails". The adverts were expected to be seen by over 4.5 million adults.
July 26, 2024: "Miracle" Certified Two-Time Platinum
As of July 26, 2024, Ellie Goulding's single "Miracle" is certified two-time platinum by the BPI, signifying its commercial success and impact.
September 2024: Release of "In My Dreams" with Four Tet
On September 9, 2024, Ellie Goulding's single "In My Dreams" with Four Tet was released.
2024: Steps Down from UN Environment Programme Role
After seven years, in 2024, Ellie Goulding stepped down from her role as a Global Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme.
2024: Condemns False Narratives and Stalker Intrusion
In 2024, Ellie Goulding released a statement on her Instagram stories condemning false narratives about the end of her marriage, criticizing tabloids for violating her privacy and damaging her mental health. She also revealed being stalked by an older man and dealing with intrusive paparazzi.
2024: Starred and performed "What the World Needs Now" on People's Postcode Lottery advert
In 2024, Ellie Goulding starred in and performed "What the World Needs Now" for a People's Postcode Lottery advert, thanking players for their contributions to UK charities.
2024: 'The Conservationist of the Year' title by The Perfect World Foundation Award
In 2024, Ellie Goulding was presented with 'The Conservationist of the Year' title by The Perfect World Foundation Award, becoming the first musician to receive this recognition by the environmental organization. She also received the 'Impact Award' by the Playing For Change Foundation.
January 2025: Debut of "Hypnotized" with Anyma
On December 29, 2024, Ellie Goulding joined Anyma as a surprise guest to debut an unreleased song, titled "Hypnotized", during his Sphere residency in Las Vegas. The song was released on January 10, 2025, to widespread critical acclaim.
April 2025: Supreme Court ruling on the definition of woman
In May 2025, Ellie Goulding was among the musicians who signed an open letter pledging "solidarity with the trans, non-binary and intersex communities" and condemning the April 2025 Supreme Court ruling on the definition of woman in the Equality Act and subsequent EHRC guidance.
May 2025: Solidarity with the Trans, Non-Binary and Intersex Communities
In May 2025, Ellie Goulding was among the musicians who signed an open letter pledging "solidarity with the trans, non-binary and intersex communities" and condemning the April 2025 Supreme Court ruling on the definition of woman in the Equality Act and subsequent EHRC guidance.
2025: Launch of Everystate Wellness Company
In 2025, Ellie Goulding partnered with Gemma Feare and Jonathan Relph to launch Everystate, a wellness company developing mushroom supplements for relaxation, mental clarity, and better skin.
2025: Fuerza Regida samples "Don't Say a Word"
In 2025, Fuerza Regida sampled Ellie Goulding's "Don't Say a Word" (2012) for their song "Tu Sancho".
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