The life and secrets of the legendary Lenny Kravitz

Possibly the best exponent of funk rock

We all know Lenny Kravitz. The American singer, actor, photographer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer whose style incorporates elements of blues, rock, soul, funk, reggae, folk, and ballad, was born in Manhattan to a Bahamian mother and German father. Let’s dive into some highlights of his life and career.

His marriage to Lisa Bonet in 1987

From this marriage, which ended in 1993, his daughter, actress Zoe Kravitz, was born. He also had significant relationships with actress Nicole Kidman, supermodels Adriana Lima, Claudia Schiffer, Cindy Crawford, and French singer Vanessa Paradis.

Debuts with 'Let Love Rule' (1989)

In this album, which fuses rock, funk, and soul, he establishes his distinctive style from the start and captivates audiences with sincere lyrics and catchy melodies.

His debut album sells millions of copies

This secures him a place in rock history that has endured for 35 years, establishing him as one of the most influential artists of his generation, with a talent for writing songs that resonate with audiences worldwide.

'Are You Gonna Go My Way' (1993)

This album marks a turning point in his career, catapulting him to stardom with the powerful rock of the title track and its iconic music video, which became a generational anthem.

With his album '5,' he rises to the stratosphere

You probably remember anthems like 'Fly Away,' 'I Belong to You,' or 'American Woman,' which became instant classics and earned him the Grammy for Best Rock Artist in 1999. Fun fact: he played all the instruments during the production of this album.

Releases his first greatest hits compilation in 2000

The original song 'Again,' released as a single, became an international hit, also solidifying him as a force in contemporary pop music.

Founder of the record label Roxie Records

Named after his late mother, Roxie Roker, this label is distributed through Warner Bros. He released the album 'Strut' under this label while remaining signed with Virgin Records.

'It Is Time for a Love Revolution' (2008)

In this album, he advocates for love and unity in turbulent times, reflecting his ongoing commitment to social activism through music, using his platform to promote positive change.

Ventures into film with 'Precious' (2009)

In this acclaimed production, he received praise for his moving performance. He went on to have notable roles in the 'The Hunger Games' saga (2012) and 'The Butler' (2013).

Releases 'Strut' (2014)

An album that showcases his vigor and musical evolution, featuring the hit 'The Chamber.' In this tenth studio album, Lenny Kravitz is the voice, guitar, drums, and bass, with only Craig Ross accompanying him on guitar.

Participates in the 2016 tribute to Prince

After the surprising death of the musical icon, Lenny was one of the standout artists honoring the memory of his mentor and friend.

Fashion icon and advocate for a healthy lifestyle

Known for his eclectic style that combines tribal elements with sensuality and luxury, he frequently shares his workout sessions and healthy habits on social media, astonishing everyone with his youthful appearance at 60.