Adele was born and raised in Tottenham, London. She began singing at a young age, and her talent was recognized when she was offered a recording contract at the age of 18. Her debut album, *19*, was released in 2008 and was a critical and commercial success. It won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist and was certified eight-times platinum in the United Kingdom.
Adele's second album, *21*, was released in 2011 and was even more successful than her debut. It became the best-selling album of the decade in the United States and won six Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year and Song of the Year. *21* is the fourth best-selling album in UK chart history.
Adele's third album, *25*, was released in 2015 and was also a commercial success. It broke the record for the highest first-week sales of any album in the United States and won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. *25* is the biggest selling album of the 21st century.
Adele is known for her powerful and soulful voice, as well as her honest and personal songwriting. She is considered one of the most influential singers of her generation.
In addition to her successful music career, Adele has also been involved in philanthropy. She has donated money to various charities, including those supporting homelessness and disadvantaged children. She was awarded an MBE in 2013 for her services to music.
Adele is currently on hiatus from her music career, but she is expected to return in the near future.