Jill Sobule
Jill Sobule was an influential singer-songwriter known for her iconic '90s hits, particularly 'I Kissed a Girl' and 'Supermodel.' Born in Denver, Colorado, Sobule was a trailblazer in the music industry, becoming the first openly LGBTQ-themed artist to chart in the Billboard Top 20. Her career spanned over three decades, during which she released 12 albums addressing various social issues including LGBTQ+ rights, disordered eating, and the death penalty. Sobule's music resonated with many, and she was celebrated for her storytelling and engaging performances. Tragically, she passed away at the age of 66 in a house fire, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire artists and fans alike.
Born on Sep 16, 1957 (67 years old)
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Estonia:
Jill Sobule was a singer from Colorado who gained fame primarily for her 1995 song 'I Kissed a Girl'.
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Canada:
Jill Sobule, the award-winning singer-songwriter whose witty and poignant writing first attracted widespread attention with the gay-themed song I Kissed a Girl, died in a house fire Thursday.
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Portugal:
Jill Sobule was a singer-songwriter known for her hit song I Kissed a Girl, which became the first openly queer song to enter the Billboard Top 20.
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Ghana:
Jill Sobule was a groundbreaking US songwriter whose hit I Kissed a Girl is widely considered the first song with openly-gay themes to crack the Billboard Top 20.
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Czech Republic:
Jill Sobule died in a house fire.
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United Kingdom:
Jill Sobule was a singer-songwriter whose hits included the satirical anthem Supermodel and the groundbreaking single I Kissed a Girl.
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United States:
Jill Sobule was a singer and songwriter known for her hit songs and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.
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United Kingdom:
Jill Sobule was a ground-breaking American songwriter whose hit I Kissed a Girl is widely considered the first song with openly-gay themes to crack the Billboard Top 20.
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United States:
Jill Sobule, singer of 1995 hit tracks 'I Kissed a Girl' and 'Supermodel,' has died at the age of 66.
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