History of Lola Young (singer) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 18, 2025

Lola Young is an English singer, achieving prominence with her 2024 chart-topping hit "Messy" in the UK. To date, she has released three albums, with notable titles including This Wasn't Meant for You Anyway (2024) and I'm Only F**king Myself (2025). Young's work has garnered significant attention in the music industry, solidifying her position as a recognized artist.

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March 2020: Signing with Capitol Records and Single Release

In March 2020, Lola Young signed with Capitol Records and released the single "Pick Me Up", marking a significant step in her music career.

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March 2021: Signing with Island Records and single release

In March 2021, Lola Young signed with Island Records and released her single "Ruin My Make Up", continuing to advance her music career.

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2021: Brit Award Nomination

In 2021, Lola Young was nominated for the Brit Award for Rising Star, recognizing her emerging talent.

January 2022: "So Sorry" Release and Performance

In January 2022, Lola Young released the single "So Sorry" and performed it on The Graham Norton Show.

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May 2023: Release of Debut Album "My Mind Wanders and Sometimes Leaves Completely"

In May 2023, Lola Young released her debut album, "My Mind Wanders and Sometimes Leaves Completely", which referenced her schizoaffective disorder.

May 2024: Release of "Messy"

In May 2024, Lola Young released the single "Messy", which would later become a hit.

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November 2024: Drug Rehabilitation and Viral Success of "Messy"

Starting in November 2024, Lola Young spent five weeks in drug rehabilitation to address a cocaine addiction. Around this time, her song "Messy" went viral on TikTok.

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2024: Sleeper hit "Messy" and Album Release

In 2024, Lola Young experienced a breakthrough with her sleeper hit song "Messy," which topped the UK Singles Chart. She also released her album "This Wasn't Meant for You Anyway" in 2024.

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May 2025: Release of "One Thing"

In May 2025, Lola Young released the single "One Thing", which made the UK Top 20. The music video for the song was nominated for Best Pop Video at the 2025 UK Music Video Awards.

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August 2025: Call to Block Drilling at Rosebank Oil and Gas Field

In August 2025, Lola Young, along with several other acts, called on Keir Starmer to block drilling at the Rosebank oil and gas field.

September 2025: Concert Collapse and Cancellation of Further Concerts

In September 2025, Lola Young collapsed during a performance of "Conceited" at All Things Go's New York festival and cancelled all further concerts to focus on her well-being.

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