Vanessa Carlton Trivias

Writes her own songs, and plays both the piano and guitar.

Was accepted into the School of American Ballet at age 14. Her two main loves in life are music and ballet.

Miss Carlton's debut album, 'Be not Nobody', was released on April 30, 2002. The first two videos from the album, "A Thousand Miles" and "Ordinary Day" have been big hits on MTV.

Her parents are Ed (a pilot) and Heidi (a pianist and teacher) Carlton, she has a younger sister, Gwen and a younger brother, Edmond.

Attending Columbia University [2005]

Her album "Be Not Nobody" went platinum.

Received 3 Grammy nominations (2003)

The third hit single and video from 'Be not Nobody' is "Pretty Baby."

Was nominated for Song of the Year and Record of the Year awards at the 45th annual Grammy Awards, held February 23, 2003. Both awards ultimately went to fellow newcomer Norah Jones.

Enjoys running and Yoga.

Is often mistaken for Michelle Branch and vice versa. Fans of one typically admire the other as well.

Boyfriend Stephan Jenkins is the lead singer of the band Third Eye Blind

Shares her birthday with Madonna.