LISTENING ACTIVITY- Amy Whitehouse

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Amy Jade Winehouse . an English singer and songwriter. She .

known for her marvelous voice and controversial private life. She
in 2003 at the age of 20 with the album Frank. It her on the road to
fame. Music lovers everywhere . excited about her talents and how her
career would progress. She one of musics hottest stars but constantly
. against drugs and alcohol.

She in a family that jazz. Her musical talents

clear to see from a very young age. Aged ten, she . a
rap group called Sweet 'n' Sour with a childhood friend. She .. her
first guitar when she 13 and she writing music. She
.. to a major record label after they her distinctive
voice.

Winehouses second album Back To Black .. her an acclaimed

international star, including five at the 2008 Grammys. Some of the biggest
names in rock .. waiting to collaborate with her. George Michael
.. : "Amy is the best female vocalist I have ever heard in my
entire career, as well as one of the best writers."

Winehouse .. constantly the focus of media attention. She could not

escape the reporters who . her every move. She has given them
good reason to write about her. Her battles with drug and alcohol abuse and
her self-destructive behaviour often tabloid news. The world has lost
an amazing talent who . so much more incredible music to offer. She
. in July, 2011, aged 27. Copyright www.FamousPeopleLessons.com