Janis Joplin American Singer (1943–1970)
Janis Joplin · singer and singer-songwriter · American
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Biography
American singer Janis Joplin was born on 19 January 1943 in Port Arthur. She passed away on 4 October 1970 at the age of 27. She was known for Woodstock (1970).
In all, 19 albums and 3 singles are listed under her name between 1967 and 2012. From Down on Me (1967) to The Pearl Sessions (2012), the list follows her releases year by year. Her recordings are classed as psychedelic rock and blues rock. The records note acoustic guitar as her instrument. Her recordings came out on Columbia Records.
Work listed as notable includes Me and Bobby McGee and Mercedes Benz.
She collected 3 awards. The list of wins starts with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. Her latest listed award is star on Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013.
Discography
22 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Blow All My Blues Away | Album |
| 2012 | The Pearl Sessions | Album |
| 2011 | Move Over! | Album |
| 2008 | The Lost Tapes | Album |
| 2001 | Love, Janis | Album |
| 1999 | Live at Woodstock: August 19, 1969 | Album |
| 1999 | Rare Pearls | Album |
| 1995 | 18 Essential Songs | Album |
| 1995 | This is Janis Joplin | Album |
| 1993 | Janis | Album |
| 1982 | Farewell Song | Album |
| 1976 | Wicked Woman | Album |
| 1975 | Janis | Album |
| 1975 | Live in Honolulu | Album |
| 1974 | Live in Amsterdam | Album |
Show all 22 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Janis Joplin's Greatest Hits | Album |
| 1971 | Pearl | Album |
| 1970 | Mercedes Benz | Single |
| 1970 | Try (Just a Little Bit Harder) | Single |
| 1969 | I Got Dem Ol' Kozmic Blues Again Mama! | Album |
| 1967 | Down on Me | Single |
| In Concert | Album |
Awards and nominations
3 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | Won | |
| 2005 | Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award | Won | |
| 1995 | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame | Won |
Filmography
3 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Janis: Little Girl Blue | Film | |
| 2003 | Festival Express | Film | |
| 1970 | Woodstock | Film |
Personal life
She studied at Lamar University, University of Texas at Austin and Thomas Jefferson High School.
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Frequently asked questions
How old was Janis Joplin at the time of death?
Janis Joplin died on 4 October 1970 at the age of 27. She was born on 19 January 1943.
What is Janis Joplin known for?
Janis Joplin was known for Woodstock (1970).
What is Janis Joplin’s nationality?
Janis Joplin was American, born in Port Arthur.
Has Janis Joplin won any awards?
Yes. 3 awards are on record, including star on Hollywood Walk of Fame (2013).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q1514), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Grossman Glotzer Management Corporation · Public domain
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