When you live and breathe Old Hollywood for at least 80% of the day and you’re most definitely a Vintage Soul at heart, it’s pretty rare that you come across something or someone Modern that you love – shocking, I know. Therefore, when I first listened to Lana Del Rey, which must be around five (!) years ago now, I knew I had found someone special. Like many of her fans, it was hearing the viral Video Games that instantly drew me to her, I wish I had heard her Pre-Fame, but sadly it didn’t happen like that.

Lana Del Rey by Nicole Nodland.

Nevertheless, the moment I heard Lana’s voice, I knew that the love for her and her music was definitely not a fleeting phase and five years on, she is without doubt my favourite Artist. The only downside of loving all things Vintage is that sadly, these years have long passed by and there’s only so many music and films you can watch, before you ultimately run out. Of course, that would take many man years, but the refreshing thing about finding a Modern Interest is just like yourself, they are constantly growing and changing. Plus, if you’re an Artist they’re always releasing new content and there’s usually something to look forward to.

Lana Del Rey by Nicole Nodland.

Today is Lana’s 32nd Birthday and I hope her special day is just as wonderful as she. I love so many things about Lana, she’s so creative and different, she doesn’t try to fit in and conform to the Top 40 standards of Music and I think that’s so important. She is raw and real, with many of her songs being about personal experiences and true emotions, which I think makes her so connected to us fans. I’ve never been fortunate enough to meet Lana or even watch her in Concert, but from what I know about her, she seems such a loving and caring soul, which truly endears me to her even more.

Lana Del Rey by Nicole Bentley.

As you all probably have realized by now, I don’t really listen or follow Modern Music or Artists anymore, yet one of the few Musicians I do is of course, Elizabeth Grant. It feels strange to say Lana’s, “real” name if you will, but for those who don’t know much about her, there it is. The fact that Lana also seems to really appreciate Old Hollywood and the Vintage Look is also a huge bonus for me. It’s so wonderful that someone as famous and talented as Lana can bring an Era that is very important to so many people through to such a large audience.

Lana Del Rey by Neil Krug.

Lana is not only incredibly talented and a beautiful person inside and out, she’s so very inspiring through her own story. Lana has suffered her own share of demons and personal struggles, yet through strength, perseverance and honesty, she has managed to battle her way out of them. She has had many setbacks and never let that defeat her, showing if you work hard and believe in yourself you can achieve your dreams and goals. Plus, through her honesty and openness in her music and interviews, she has helped so many people realize that after the storm comes sunshine.

Lana Del Rey by Joe Pugliese

If I had to pick one song or album of Lana’s, which is an almost impossible task, I think my favourite would have to be, Summertime Sadness, or maybe Ride? I honestly don’t think I could pick an album, they’re all so different and equally important to us fans. Speaking of her Music, I am beyond excited for the upcoming Album, Lust For Life, which should be released on July 21st! All three songs that have been released so far I have absolutely adored, so my hopes are pretty high and I know Lana won’t let us down.

Lana Del Rey by Charlotte Wales.

I can only dream that Lana will ever see this and the reality is that she probably wont. However, I just hope that she knows how loved and appreciated she is by the millions of people who listen to her music and adore her for simply being her beautiful self.

Happy Birthday Lovely Lana!