Remember that feeling the first time you heard a voice that cracked something open in you? That’s what Amy Winehouse did. Today, we honor her life and the legacy she left behind. ❤️
⭐️ In her 27 years, Amy won 6 GRAMMYs and received 8 nominations
⭐️ She was in London performing via satellite when she earned 5 awards at the 50th
#GRAMMYs in 2008, including Record and Song Of The Year for "Rehab" and Best New Artist
⭐️ Those wins tied the then-record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night. She also became the first British woman to win five GRAMMYs
⭐️ The posthumous Amy Winehouse Foundation partnered with housing provider Centra Care and Support in 2016 to open Amy's Place in East London, a shelter for women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction
🎤 Amy was renowned for her rich contralto voice, which she wove together with her distinctive 1960s aesthetic — inspired by the Ronettes —to create a blend of soul and R&B. Her artistic impact resonates through generations...