Elle King

About

Elle King, born Tanner Elle Schneider on July 3, 1989, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is the daughter of comedian Rob Schneider and former model London King. Elle King's music encompasses elements of blues, rock, soul, and country. In 2012, she gained recognition with her debut EP, "The Elle King EP," and reached mainstream success with her single "Ex's & Oh's," which topped the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart and got her nominated for two Grammy Awards. She released her debut album, "Love Stuff" in 2015, and followed it up with "Shake the Spirit" in 2018. She also contributed to the Ghostbusters (2016) movie soundtrack with the song "Good Girls".

Associated With

Elle King, the music sensation, is associated with several eminent personalities in the music and acting industry. She is the daughter of Rob Schneider, a famous actor and comedian, and former model London King, which marked her first entry into show business. Elle has collaborated with various artists throughout her career, including Dierks Bentley for the song "Different for Girls," a duet that won her the Country Music Association Award for Vocal Event of the Year. She also teamed up with Miranda Lambert for "Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)" in 2021. Her dating history includes Andrew Ferguson, to whom she was briefly married in 2016. Her engagement with tattoo artist Dan Tooker was announced in 2020. Elle has also made guest appearances in shows like "Love Island" and the film "Love, Weddings, and Other Disasters" directed by her father.

Career Highlights

• - 2012: Elle King made her musical debut, releasing her first album "The Elle King EP" under the RCA Records label.
• - 2014: Her single "Ex's & Oh's" was released, reaching the top of the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
• - 2015: Her debut album "Love Stuff", including the hit song “Ex's & Oh's”, was released in February. The album received widespread critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 26 on the Billboard 200.
• - 2015: She was nominated for two Grammy Awards: Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance for "Ex's & Oh's”.
• - 2016: King won the Billboard Music Award for Top Rock Song for "Ex's & Oh's".
• - 2016: She also won the ASCAP Pop Music Award for Most Performed Songs.
• - 2018: Elle King returned with the single "Shame," which marked her first Top 10 hit on Billboard's all-genre Radio Songs chart.
• - 2018: Her second studio album, “Shake the Spirit”, was released in October and debuted at number 20 on the Billboard 200.
• - 2020: She shared two Grammy nominations with Miranda Lambert for their duet, “Fooled Around And Fell In Love.”
• - 2021: King released her third studio album, "Elle King: In Isolation", which included three tracks recorded in quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Please note that the timeline focuses on her major career milestones and not every event is included.

Notable Awards

• Elle King, an American singer, songwriter, and actress, has won several prestigious awards throughout her career. Here are some of them:
• ASCAP Pop Music Awards: "Most Performed Songs", "Ex's & Oh's" in 2017.
• BMI Pop Awards: "Award Winning Songs", "Ex's & Oh's" in 2017.
• iHeartRadio Music Awards: "Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist of the Year" in 2019.
• In addition to these wins, King had nominations in various other award platforms including Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and Teen Choice Awards.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Elle King Song/Album?

Elle King's most popular song is undoubtedly "Ex's & Oh's," which was a major hit from her debut studio album, "Love Stuff," released in 2015. Her soulful voice and the catchy rhythm helped the song rise to the top of the music charts and earned two Grammy nominations. The song topped the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart for 13 consecutive weeks and also reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, the Adult Top 40, the Mainstream Top 40, and the Hot Dance Club Songs charts. "Love Stuff," with its blend of genres like blues, rock, and country, also received widespread critical acclaim, solidifying Elle King's place in the music scene.

How Did Elle King Get Famous?

Elle King became famous in the music industry following the release of her debut studio album, "Love Stuff" in 2015. The album featured the single "Ex's & Oh's," which became a huge hit, reaching the top of the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. Its success earned her two Grammy nominations for Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance. Prior to that, she gained some exposure when she released "The Elle King EP" in 2012 which gained her a reputation as a popular upcoming artist. Her unique blend of rock, blues, and country, along with her distinctive voice, carved her a niche in the music industry, making her a notable figure.