Lauren Daigle Biography
Lauren Ashley Daigle, born September 9, 1991, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a prominent American singer-songwriter in contemporary Christian music. Raised in Lafayette, Louisiana, she was surrounded by the vibrant sounds of zydeco, blues, and Cajun music, which influenced her musical style. While Lauren always possessed a love for singing, it wasn't until a challenging battle with contagious cytomegalovirus at the age of 15 forced her out of high school for two years that music truly took center stage. During this time, voice lessons became a creative outlet and ignited a passion that would define her future.
Daigle's debut album, "How Can It Be," released in 2015, became a critical and commercial success. It topped the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart and spawned hit singles like "First," "Trust in You," and "O'Lord," solidifying her position as a rising star in the Christian music scene. Her achievements were further recognized with her winning New Artist of the Year at the 2015 GMA Dove Awards. The album, "How Can It Be," was also nominated for a 2016 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.
Her sophomore album, "Look Up Child," released in 2018, further cemented her success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. The song "You Say" transcended genre lines, becoming a major crossover hit and reaching No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This song's impact garnered her two Grammy Awards in 2019: Best Contemporary Christian Music Album for "Look Up Child" and Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for "You Say."
Lauren continues to reign as a talented and influential artist. Her recent project, the self-titled "Lauren Daigle," is a two-part album released in 2023. The first volume arrived in May, followed by the second in September. The project's lead single, "Thank God I Do," reached the top spot on the Billboard Christian Songs chart. This accomplishment showcases Lauren Daigle's unwavering talent and enduring influence within the world of contemporary Christian music. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.