Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer, word songwriter and one of the most distinctive voices in soul music. Her unique vocal style, blending elements of jazz, soul, blues and R&B, made a major impact on her short career. She gained international recognition particularly with her 2006 album Back to Black, which achieved world success.

Amy Winehouse was born into a Jewish family in the Southgate district of London. She was introduced to music at an early age; her grandmother was a jazz singer and her family frequently listened to jazz. At age ten she formed the rap group "Sweet 'n' Sour". After completing Art education, she entered the music industry at a young age.

Her debut album Frank was released in 2003. The album featured a jazz-influenced sound and received highly positive reviews from critics. Winehouse’s songwriting, marked by its sincere, sometimes satirical tone and powerful voice, attracted attention.

She achieved her breakthrough with her second studio album Back to Black, released in 2006. The album became a major commercial success, selling over 16 million copies worldwide. Tracks such as "Rehab", "You Know I'm No Good", "Back to Black", and "Love Is a Losing Game" from the album became iconic in music history.

Amy Winehouse became an icon not only through her voice but also through her distinctive style: retro fashion, high beehive hairstyle, thick eyeliner and dramatic stage posture. Her musical style was shaped by Motown, 1960s girl groups and jazz influences. She cited Aretha Franklin, Dinah Washington and Sarah Vaughan among her key inspirations.

Throughout her career, Winehouse struggled with alcohol and substance addiction. Her private life and turbulent relationships were intensely followed by the media. In particular, her marriage to Blake Fielder-Civil attracted as much public interest as her music.

Amy Winehouse died at her home in London on 23 July 2011 at the age of 27. The cause of death was determined to be alcohol poisoning. Her passing cemented her status as a member of the "27 Club" — a group of influential musicians including Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison and Wolf Cobain who died at age 27.

The 2015 documentary "Amy", which offered a profound exploration of Winehouse’s life and struggles, won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

• Frank (2003)
• Back to Black (2006)
• Lioness: Hidden Treasures (2011, released posthumously)

• Five Grammy Awards (2008)
• BRIT Award for Best British Female Solo Artist (2007)
• Ivor Novello Awards (multiple times)