Halsey

Halsey (born Ashley Nicolette Frangipane on September 29, 1994) is an American singer-songwriter known for her genre-blending pop, alternative, and electronic music, deeply personal lyrics, and advocacy for social issues like mental health and racial justice. She rose to fame after gaining traction online, releasing her debut album Badlands (2015), and achieving a major hit with The Chainsmokers' "Closer" (2016). Her career includes successful albums like Manic (2020) and advocacy work, addressing themes of identity, love, and health struggles, including a bipolar disorder diagnosis and chronic illnesses.