Amy Jade Winehouse ( 14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011 ) was an English singer and songwriter . She was known for her deep , expressive contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres , including soul ( sometimes labelled as blue-eyed soul and neo soul ) , rhythm and blues , and jazz . Winehouse 's debut album , '' Frank '' ( 2003 ) , was a critical success in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize . Her follow-up album , '' Back to Black '' ( 2006 ) , led to five 2008 Grammy Awards , tying the then record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night , and made her the first British woman to win five Grammys , including three of the General Field " Big Four " Grammy Awards : Best New Artist , Record of the Year and Song of the Year
2008 Grammy Awards
50th Annual Grammy Awards
Amy Winehouse