Christina María Aguilera (/æɡɪˈlɛərə/; Spanish: [aɣiˈleɾa];[1] born December 18, 1980) is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality. Known for her four-octave vocal range and ability to sustain high notes,[2] she has been referred to as the "Voice of a Generation".[3][4] Aguilera rose to stardom with her eponymous debut album, for which she is credited for influencing the revival of teen pop during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Her works, which incorporate feminism, sexuality, and domestic violence, have generated both critical praise and controversy, for which she is often cited as an influence by other artists.
Critics also highlighted the impact of her work in popular culture; while Stripped (2002) was cited as "the blueprint for divas making the transition from teen idol to adult pop star",[337] Aguilera is credited for "paving the way for a generation of pop singers".[327][338] Jeff Benjamin from Billboard stated that the album explored a "process of self-identification and declaration still influencing today's mainstream scene", in addition to "how of today's biggest pop stars have followed a similar path, exploring and incorporating these strategies into their careers".[313] In 2007, her self-titled debut album was added to the definitive list from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, being recognized as one of the "history's most influential and popular albums".[339] Since then, Aguilera and her work have influenced various recording artists including Ariana Grande,[340] Ava Max,[341] Becky G,[342] Camila Cabello,[343] Charli XCX,[344] Demi Lovato,[345] Dua Lipa,[346] Grimes,[347] Halsey,[348] Hayley Williams,[349] Karol G,[350] Kelly Clarkson,[196] Lady Gaga,[351] Miley Cyrus,[352] Nicki Nicole,[353] Olivia Rodrigo,[354] Rina Sawayama,[355] Rosalía,[356] Sabrina Carpenter,[357] Sam Smith,[358] Selena Gomez,[359] and Tinashe,[360] as well some athletes like figure skater Johnny Weir,[361] ice dancers Zachary Donohue and Madison Hubbell,[362] and swimmer Dana Vollmer.
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