Ellie Goulding is an English singer, songwriter, and activist known for her ethereal vocals and chart-topping hits. She began writing songs at 15 and rose to fame with her debut album "Lights," which reached number one in the UK in 2010. Over her career she has released five studio albums, including "Halcyon," "Delirium," "Brightest Blue," and "Higher Than Heaven," each earning critical and commercial success. Goulding has achieved multiple UK number-one singles such as "Burn" and "Miracle" and is recognized for major collaborations with artists like Calvin Harris. She has received numerous awards, including two Brit Awards, and holds the record for the most UK number-one albums by a British female artist, tying with Adele. Alongside selling over 27 million albums and 216 million singles worldwide, Goulding is celebrated for her advocacy on environmental issues, making her one of the most successful and influential British artists of her generation.