Lara Fabian
Lara Fabian, born Lara Sophie Katy Crokaert on January 9, 1970, in Etterbeek, Belgium, is a renowned Belgian-Italian and Canadian singer and songwriter. Recognized for her multilingual singing abilities and a three-octave vocal range, Fabian has sold over 12 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling Belgian artists of all time. Her music spans genres such as French pop, pop rock, acoustic, and dance-pop.
Fabian grew up in a multicultural environment, speaking Italian as her first language, and was educated at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels from the age of eight. Her early career was marked by success in European competitions and the release of her first single in 1986. In 1988, she represented Luxembourg at the Eurovision Song Contest, placing fourth with the song "Croire."
In 1990, Fabian moved to Montreal, Canada, where she co-founded Productions Clandestines with Rick Allison. Her self-titled debut album in 1991 was a success in Canada, followed by her breakthrough album "Carpe Diem" in 1994. Her subsequent album "Pure" in 1997 sold over two million copies in France, featuring hits like "La Difference."
Fabian's international career expanded with her English-language debut in 2000, which topped charts in the U.S. and France. She continued to release successful albums in both French and English, including "Nue" (2001), "A Wonderful Life" (2004), and "Camouflage" (2017). Her work often addresses themes of love, identity, and social issues, such as her support for marriage equality with the song "Deux Ils, Deux Elles."
Throughout her career, Fabian has collaborated with various artists and producers, continually evolving her sound. She has lived in both Europe and North America, holding dual citizenship in Belgium and Canada. Fabian's personal life includes her marriage to Gabriel Di Giorgio in 2013.