Ellie Goulding's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 29, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Ellie Goulding.

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."

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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.

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.

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: 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.

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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.

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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.

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.

2018: Named UN Environment Programme Global Ambassador

In 2018, Ellie Goulding joined the United Nations Foundation as a Global Ambassador.

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: '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.

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: 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.

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.

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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: 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.

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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.

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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.