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David Gray is a British singer-songwriter and musician who has been active in the music industry since the early 1990s. He was born on June 13, 1968, in Sale, Greater Manchester, England. Gray grew up in Wales and attended the University of Liverpool, where he studied English literature. Gray began his music career in the early 1990s, performing in small venues and clubs in the UK. He released his debut album, "A Century Ends," in 1993, which received critical acclaim but failed to achieve commercial success. Gray's second album, "Flesh," was released in 1994 and also received positive reviews but did not sell well. It was not until Gray's third album, "White Ladder," was released in 1998 that he achieved mainstream success. The album was a commercial and critical success, reaching number one on the UK album charts and selling over 7 million copies worldwide. The album's lead single, "Babylon," became a hit and remains one of Gray's most popular songs. Gray's success continued with the release of his fourth album, "A New Day at Midnight," in 2002. The album debuted at number one on the UK album charts and was certified platinum. Gray's fifth album, "Life in Slow Motion," was released in 2005 and also debuted at number one on the UK album charts. Gray has continued to release music throughout the 2010s, with his most recent album, "Gold in a Brass Age," released in 2019. He has also collaborated with other artists, including Annie Lennox, Elbow, and Orbital. In addition to his success as a recording artist, Gray has also received critical acclaim for his live performances. He has performed at major music festivals, including Glastonbury and Coachella, and has toured extensively throughout the UK, Europe, and North America. Gray has been nominated for numerous awards throughout his career, including several Brit Awards and Grammy Awards. He won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically for "Babylon" in 2001. Gray's music is often described as a blend of folk, rock, and electronic music, with introspective lyrics and a distinctive vocal style. He has been compared to artists such as Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, and Jeff Buckley. Despite his success, Gray has remained grounded and focused on his music. He has spoken openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety, and has used his music as a way to cope with these issues. In conclusion, David Gray is a talented and successful musician who has achieved commercial and critical success throughout his career. His music has resonated with audiences around the world, and he has become one of the most respected and influential artists in the UK music scene. Gray's legacy as a songwriter and performer is sure to endure for many years to come.

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