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Lily Allen Singer
Lily Rose Beatrice Allen, born on 2 May 1985, is an English singer-songwriter and actress. She is the daughter of actor Keith Allen and film producer Alison Owen. Allen’s musical journey commenced in 2005 when she signed with Regal Recordings and began sharing her vocal recordings on the social networking site Myspace. The popularity of her music led to airplay on BBC Radio 1. Her debut commercial single, “Smile,” released in 2006, swiftly climbed to number one on the UK Singles Chart by July of that year and earned double platinum certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). Her first studio album, “Alright, Still” (2006), delved into ska and reggae, receiving acclaim from critics, peaking at number two on the UK Albums Chart, and selling over 2.6 million copies worldwide. The album also garnered a Grammy Award nomination for Best Alternative Music Album and produced hit singles such as “LDN” and “Alfie.”
With her second studio album, “It’s Not Me, It’s You” (2009), Allen transitioned towards electropop. The album debuted at the top of the UK Albums Chart and the Australian ARIA Charts, earning continued critical praise for its musical evolution and maturity. It spawned popular singles including “The Fear,” “Not Fair,” and “Fuck You.” Allen’s success led her to win the Brit Award for British Female Solo Artist at the 2010 Brit Awards. She and Amy Winehouse were acknowledged for kickstarting a movement that led to the media label “year of the women” in 2009, with five female artists nominated for the Mercury Prize, recognized for their experimentalism and fearlessness.
Allen’s subsequent albums, “Sheezus” (2014) and “No Shame” (2018), achieved further success, with “Sheezus” topping the UK Albums Chart once again and “No Shame” reaching number eight.
Beyond music, Allen ventured into various other endeavors, hosting her television talk show, “Lily Allen and Friends,” on BBC Three in 2008, and establishing her record label, In the Name Of, in 2011. In 2018, she released her autobiographical book, “My Thoughts Exactly.” As an actress, Allen starred in the 2019 film “How to Build a Girl” and made her West End debut in the play “2:22 A Ghost Story” in 2021, earning a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress.
Hammersmith, London, England
Name
Date of Birth
Birth Place
Profession
Education
Citizenship
Career
Net worth
Lily Rose Beatrice Allen
2 May 1985
Hammersmith, London, England
Singer , Actress
N/A
England
1998–present
1.1 billion USD (2024)
Musical career
Genres
- Pop
- Popelectropop
Instruments
- Vocals
Parents
- Keith Allen (father)
- Alison Owen (mother)
Spouses
- Sam Cooper(m. 2011; div. 2018)
- David Harbour(m. 2020)
Children
2
Relatives
- Alfie Allen (brother)
- Kevin Allen (uncle)
Website
Music Career
2001–2008
During her family’s vacation in Ibiza, Allen informed her mother that she would be staying with friends, but instead remained in Sant Antoni de Portmany. At the age of 15, she earned money by working at a Plastic Fantastic record store and selling ecstasy. It was in Ibiza where she met her first manager, George Lamb. Her early involvement in music included recording vocals for “On Me Head Not Off Me Head” written by her father for the film Mike Bassett: England Manager in 2001, as well as being featured in the 2002 song “Who Invented Fish and Chips” by her father’s group Fat Les. She began working with music producers and recorded a demo, but faced rejection from several labels due to her drinking habits and being Keith Allen’s daughter.
Eventually, Allen used her father’s connections to secure a deal with London Records in 2002. However, after the executive who signed her left, the label lost interest, leading Allen to leave without releasing the folk songs she had recorded. She briefly pursued horticulture to become a florist but ultimately returned to music. Allen started writing songs and was introduced to production duo Future Cut in 2004. They collaborated in a small studio in the basement of an office building.
In 2005, Allen signed with Regal Recordings, receiving £25,000 to produce an album. However, the label could not provide substantial support due to their focus on other releases. Allen turned to Myspace to share demos, which gained significant attention. Limited edition vinyl singles of “LDN” were quickly sold out, and Allen released two mixtapes to promote her work. The Observer Music Monthly took notice in March 2006, leading to Allen’s mainstream coverage.
The success on Myspace convinced her label to grant her more creative control over her debut album. Allen collaborated with producers Greg Kurstin and Mark Ronson, finishing the album in two weeks. “Alright, Still” was released in July 2006, featuring singles like “Smile” and “LDN.” The album received positive reviews and commercial success, leading to its US release in January 2007. Allen’s performance at the Glastonbury Festival in 2007 and her collaboration with Mark Ronson further elevated her profile in the music industry. She also contributed to charity events, including a benefit concert for War Child.
2008–2018: Fearless
After the release of her debut album, Allen’s parent record company, EMI, underwent changes when it was taken over by Terra Firma. Concurrently, she switched her management company from Empire Artist Management to Twenty-First Artists, though her core team remained intact. Initially, at the behest of her record company, Allen attempted to create her next album with various writers and producers, without success. Eventually, she returned to Greg Kurstin, who had contributed to her debut album, “Alright, Still.” The album, titled “It’s Not Me, It’s You,” was produced by Kurstin at Eagle Rock Studios in Los Angeles. Before reuniting with Kurstin, Allen co-wrote the songs for the album with him, marking a departure from her previous approach of writing lyrics for finished tracks. She aimed to create more expansive and ethereal songs, expressing a desire for integrity and continuity throughout the album. Allen released demos of two new songs on her Myspace page and planned a mixtape to showcase her new direction.
During this period, Allen faced various controversies and setbacks. She cancelled a scheduled appearance at the 2008 Isle of Wight Festival due to album delays, and her public image was tarnished by photos of her intoxicated at the Cannes Film Festival and the 2008 Glamour Awards. However, she continued to engage with her music career, delivering an emotional performance at the Glastonbury Festival in 2008 and releasing “It’s Not Me, It’s You” in February 2009. The album debuted at number one in the UK, Canada, and Australia, and number five in the United States. Its lead single, “The Fear,” topped the UK charts for four weeks, while “Not Fair” reached the top ten. Allen embarked on her “It’s Not Me, It’s You World Tour,” which lasted until September 2010. Her collaboration with Kurstin earned her Songwriters of the Year at the 2010 Ivor Novello Awards, among other accolades.
Following the success of “It’s Not Me, It’s You,” Allen explored acting and philanthropy. She announced a hiatus from music in 2009 and made her last performance for two and a half years in 2010. During this period, she featured on Professor Green’s single “Just Be Good to Green” and began writing songs for the musical adaptation of “Bridget Jones’s Diary.” Additionally, her verse from “Who’d Have Known” was used in T-Pain’s single “5 O’Clock,” which achieved commercial success in the United States. In 2012, Allen returned to the studio with Kurstin to work on new music, later changing her professional name to Lily Rose Cooper. However, she reverted to Lily Allen in 2013 and released a cover of Keane’s “Somewhere Only We Know” for charity. She continued to release music and engaged in philanthropic efforts, contributing to the John Lewis Christmas advert and performing at the Glastonbury Festival.
Following her third album, “Sheezus,” Allen faced personal and creative challenges, leading to an “identity crisis.” She returned to the studio to work on her fourth album, “No Shame,” which was released in June 2018. The album, which explores themes of motherhood, marriage breakdown, substance abuse, and social issues, received positive reviews for its mature lyrical content and artistic evolution. Allen embarked on a worldwide tour to promote “No Shame.”
2019–present
In April 2019, Allen announced on Beats 1 radio that her upcoming album would be a “concept album.” Later, in March 2020, she clarified that while the album touches on her past addictions, it primarily reflects her current mental state. She stated, “I’ve been writing for just over a year, but I feel like I’ve moved on mentally so far from that time.”
At the Glastonbury Festival 2022, Allen made a notable appearance during Olivia Rodrigo’s set, performing “Fuck You” as a protest against the 2022 Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights. Described as a “thrilling and furious” moment by The Guardian, Allen’s performance carried a strong message. Reflecting on the event later, Allen expressed uncertainty about performing sober again, as she had been nearly three years sober at the time.
In late 2022, Allen reserved five weeks in a music studio to work on her music, but she found the process “contrived,” and felt the material wasn’t ready for release. As of 2024, she has recorded approximately 50 songs for her next music project, which she continues to develop.
Acting Career
In June 2021, Allen announced her starring role as Jenny in the West End play 2:22 A Ghost Story, set to premiere at the Noël Coward Theatre on August 3, 2021. Directed by Matthew Dunster and written by Danny Robins, the play marked Allen’s debut in the theater world. Annabel Nugent, reviewing for The Independent, praised Allen’s portrayal of Jenny, noting her ability to convey both exhaustion and fear with subtle nuance, adding depth to the character’s perspective.
In 2022, Allen received a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress for her performance in the play and also secured a WhatsOnStage Award for her outstanding portrayal. The following year, she took on a role in The Pillowman at the Duke of York’s Theatre in London, garnering mixed reviews from critics.
Allen’s foray into acting began with an appearance as a lady-in-waiting in the 1998 film Elizabeth, which was co-produced by her mother. She later portrayed Elizabeth Taylor in How to Build a Girl in July 2019, alongside her brother Alfie.
In April 2023, Allen starred alongside Freema Agyeman in Sharon Horgan’s comedy-drama Dreamland for Sky Max. The series, developed from a short featuring Morgana Robinson aired in 2017, showcased Allen’s versatility as an actress.
Personal life
Allen has been candid about her harrowing seven-year ordeal with stalking and its profound impact on her life. The torment began in 2008 when her stalker, Alex Gray, initiated contact through a series of menacing tweets under the handle “@lilyallenisRIP,” claiming authorship of her song “The Fear.” His relentless pursuit escalated with threatening letters sent to various locations connected to Allen, including her residence, boutique, and management office. Gray’s actions culminated in alarming incidents such as intruding into her home while she slept, compelling Allen to relocate for her safety.
Despite Allen’s pleas for assistance, she faced frustration and disbelief from law enforcement, prompting criticism of the Metropolitan Police’s handling of the case. Finally, in April 2016, Gray was convicted of burglary and harassment, leading to an indefinite hospital order and stringent legal restrictions to safeguard Allen’s well-being.
The traumatic experience exacerbated Allen’s emotional struggles, coinciding with her divorce and prompting her to withdraw from public life. Her album No Shame emerged as a cathartic outlet, allowing her to confront and process her trauma through music. In 2017, Allen revealed her diagnosis of bipolar disorder, shedding light on her mental health journey.
Allen’s journey to self-acceptance has also involved grappling with body image issues exacerbated by industry pressures. She candidly discussed her battle with Adderall addiction in 2014 to cope with weight loss demands, ultimately embarking on a path to recovery.
Her commitment to privacy led Allen to take legal action against Associated Newspapers for publishing intrusive photographs of her home in 2010, citing privacy violations and copyright infringement.
On the personal front, Allen’s romantic relationships have been marked by profound challenges and heartbreaks. Following a miscarriage in 2008, she experienced a tumultuous relationship with musician Ed Simons before finding love with Sam Cooper. Tragically, Allen suffered a stillbirth in 2010, further compounded by a viral infection and subsequent post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis. Her marriage to Cooper ultimately dissolved amid personal struggles and infidelity revelations.
In a surprising turn of events, Allen found love again with actor David Harbour, tying the knot in a spontaneous Las Vegas ceremony in 2020. Despite her tumultuous journey, Allen remains steadfast in prioritizing her children and navigating the complexities of life with resilience and grace.
Politics and Activism
Allen identifies as a socialist and has been a vocal supporter of the Labour Party. She once encouraged a parliamentary rebellion against former Prime Minister Gordon Brown by lobbying members of parliament to back an amendment requiring a reward scheme for home production of renewable energy. Despite criticism, she affirmed her support for Labour and Gordon Brown.
In response to the British government’s proposed three-strikes policy for file sharing copyright infringement, Allen advocated for disconnecting repeat offenders. She launched a blog, “It’s Not Alright,” against file sharing, though it later emerged that she had used unattributed text from an interview with 50 Cent. This led to accusations of copyright infringement against Allen for her earlier mix tapes.
Allen was part of a digital musical petition released in October 2009, aimed at pressuring world leaders to act on climate change at the Copenhagen summit. The petition featured a cover of Midnight Oil’s “Beds Are Burning.”
During the 2016 London assembly and mayoral elections, Allen announced she would give “half her vote to the Women’s Equality Party.” She expressed support for Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn in 2016, amid resignations from his cabinet and a leadership challenge.
Following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, Allen criticized mainstream media for downplaying the death toll, suggesting it was closer to 150 than the official figure of 17. The final death toll was 72.
In the 2019 UK general election campaign, Allen praised the Labour Party manifesto and declared “Tories OUT.” Her political views and activism have often sparked controversies, including disputes with other musicians and a 2007 arrest for allegedly assaulting a photographer. Despite these controversies, Allen remains outspoken about her political beliefs and social causes.
Lily Allen Discography
| Category | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Studio albums | 4 |
| Music videos | 21 |
| EPs | 2 |
| Singles | 23 |
| Promotional singles | 2 |
Studio Albums
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | AUS | BEL (FL) | ||
| Alright, Still | Released: 13 July 2006 | 2 | 7 | 24 |
| Label: Regal | ||||
| Formats: CD, LP, digital download | ||||
| It’s Not Me, It’s You | Released: 4 February 2009 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Label: Regal, Parlophone | ||||
| Formats: CD, LP, digital download | ||||
| Sheezus | Released: 2 May 2014 | 1 | 4 | 31 |
| Label: Regal, Parlophone | ||||
| Formats: CD, LP, digital download | ||||
| No Shame | Released: 8 June 2018 | 8 | 8 | 41 |
| Label: Parlophone | ||||
| Formats: CD, LP, digital download |
Extended plays
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| F.U.E.P. | Released: 31 March 2009 |
| Label: Capitol | |
| Format: Digital download | |
| Paris Live Session | Released: 24 November 2009 |
| Label: Regal | |
| Format: Digital download | |
| Spotify Sessions | Released: 28 April 2014 |
| Label: Regal | |
| Format: Digital download | |
| Spotify Singles | Released: 26 September 2018 |
| Label: Regal | |
| Format: Digital download |
As Lead Artist
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | AUS | BEL | ||
| “Smile” | 2006 | 1 | 14 | 27 |
| BPI: 2× Platinum | RIAA: Gold | Alright, Still | ||
| “LDN” | 6 | 39 | — | — |
| BPI: Gold | ||||
| “Littlest Things” | 21 | — | — | — |
| “Alfie” | 2007 | 15[D] | — | — |
| BPI: Silver | ||||
| “Shame for You” | — | — | — | — |
| “The Fear” | 2008 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| BPI: Platinum | ARIA: Platinum | It’s Not Me, It’s You | ||
| MC: Gold | ||||
| “Not Fair” | 2009 | 5 | 3 | 12 |
| BPI: Platinum | ARIA: Platinum | |||
| IFPI SWI: Gold | ||||
| “Fuck You” | 104 | 23 | 1 | 14 |
| BPI: Platinum | ARIA: Gold | |||
| BEA: Gold | IFPI SWI: Gold | |||
| SNEP: Gold | ||||
| “22” | 14 | 12 | 34 | 23 |
| BPI: Silver | ARIA: Gold | |||
| “Who’d Have Known” | 39 | 54 | — | — |
| “Somewhere Only We Know” | 2013 | 1 | — | — |
| BPI: 2× Platinum | Sheezus | |||
| “Hard out Here” | 9 | 14 | 24 | 78 |
| BPI: Silver | ARIA: Platinum | |||
| BVMI: Gold | ||||
| “Air Balloon” | 2014 | 7 | 15 | — |
| ARIA: Gold | ||||
| “Our Time” | 43 | 60 | — | — |
| “URL Badman” | 93 | — | — | — |
| “As Long as I Got You” | — | 45 | — | — |
| “Trigger Bang” | 2017 | — | — | — |
| “Lost My Mind”[42] | 2018 | — | — | — |
| “What You Waiting For?” | 2019 | — | — | — |
As featured artist
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | AUS | BEL | ||
| “Who Invented Fish & Chips?” | 2002 | 86 | — | — |
| “Oh My God” (Mark Ronson featuring Lily Allen) | 2007 | 8 | 72 | 19 |
| “Drivin’ Me Wild” (Common featuring Lily Allen) | — | 56 | — | — |
| “Beds Are Burning” (with various artists) | 2009 | — | — | — |
| “Just Be Good to Green” (Professor Green featuring Lily Allen) | 2010 | 5 | 49 | — |
| “5 O’Clock” (T-Pain featuring Wiz Khalifa and Lily Allen) | 2011 | 6 | 29 | 5 |
| “True Love” (Pink featuring Lily Allen) | 2013 | 16 | 5 | 3 |
| “Cigarettes & Cush” (Stormzy featuring Kehlani and Lily Allen) | 2017 | 30 | — | — |
| “Heaven’s Gate” (Burna Boy featuring Lily Allen) | 2018 | — | — | — |
| “Roll the Dice” (Shy FX featuring Stamina MC and Lily Allen) | — | — | — | — |
| “1%” (Oscar Scheller featuring Lily Allen) | 2019 | — | — | — |
| “Sweet Like Chocolate” (DJ Spoony featuring Lily Allen) | — | — | — | — |
| “Plain” (Benee featuring Lily Allen and Flo Milli) | 2020 | — | — | — |
Promotional Singles
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | |||
| “The Fear (The People vs. Lily Allen)” | 2010 | — | It’s Not Me, It’s You |
| “Back to the Start” | — | ||
| “Sheezus” | 2014 | 113 | Sheezus |
| “Higher” | 2018 | — | No Shame |
| “Three” | — | ||
| “Family Man / Mad World” | — | Non-album single |
Other Charted Songs
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | BEL (FL) Tip | ||
| “Cheryl Tweedy” | 2006 | 153 | — |
| “Absolutely Nothing” | 136 | — | |
| “Everyone’s at It” | 2009 | 117 | — |
| “Dream a Little Dream” | 2013 | 144 | 16 |
| “L8 CMMR” | 2014 | — | 4 |
Guest Appearances
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| “Lights Go Down” | 2006 | Crazy Itch Radio |
| “Bongo Bong and Je Ne T’Aime Plus” | Rudebox | |
| “Wanna Be” | 2007 | Maths + English |
| “Rawhide” | “Sheila” single | |
| “Everybody’s Changing” | The Saturday Sessions: The Dermot O’Leary Show | |
| “Don’t Get Me Wrong” | Radio 1 Established 1967 | |
| “Never Miss a Beat” | 2008 | Off with Their Heads |
| “Always Happens Like That” | ||
| “Straight to Hell” (with Mick Jones) | 2009 | War Child Presents Heroes |
| “Mr C” (backing vocals for Nina Nesbitt) | 2014 | Peroxide |
| “Shelter You” | Tarka & Friends: Life | |
| “King Many Layers” (with Fryars) | The Boy in the Hood | |
| “Something’s Not Right” | 2015 | Pan: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| “Little Soldier” | ||
| “Something Better” (with S-X) | 2018 | Reasons |
Music Videos
Music Videos by Lily Allen
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| “LDN” (version 1) | 2006 | Ben Jones |
| “Smile” | Sophie Muller | |
| “LDN” (version 2) | Nima Nourizadeh | |
| “Littlest Things” | ||
| “Alfie” | 2007 | Sarah Chatfield |
| “The Fear” | 2008 | Nez |
| “Not Fair” | 2009 | Melina Matsoukas |
| “Fuck You” | Arnaud Boutin, Camille Dauteuille and Clement Dozier | |
| “22” | Jake Scott | |
| “Who’d Have Known” | James Caddick | |
| “The Fear (The People vs. Lily Allen)” | 2010 | Unknown |
| “Hard out Here” | 2013 | Christopher Sweeney |
| “Somewhere Only We Know” | Unknown | |
| “Air Balloon” | 2014 | That Go |
| “Our Time” | Christopher Sweeney | |
| “Sheezus” | Ruffmercy | |
| “URL Badman” | The Sacred Egg | |
| “As Long as I Got You” | Christopher Sweeney | |
| “Going to a Town” | 2017 | Bafic |
| “Trigger Bang” | 2018 | Myles Whittingham |
| “Lost My Mind” |
Music Videos as Featured Artist
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| “Who Invented Fish & Chips? (Who Invented Poo?)” | 2002 | Unknown |
| “Oh My God” | 2007 | Nima Nourizadeh |
| “Drivin’ Me Wild” | Chris Robinson | |
| “Just Be Good to Green” | 2010 | Henry Scholfield |
| “5 O’Clock” | 2011 | Erik White |
| “True Love” | 2013 | Sophie Muller |
| “Cigarettes and Cush” | 2017 | Daps |
| “Heaven’s Gate/Sekkle Down” | 2018 | Dan Emmerson |
| “Roll the Dice” | Louis Browne |
Other Appearances
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| “Vindaloo” | 1998 | Unknown |
Tours
Headlining:
- Still, Alright? (2007–08)
- It’s Not Me, It’s You World Tour (2009–10)
- Sheezus Tour (2014–15)
- No Shame Tour (2018–19)
As a solo supporting act:
- Miley Cyrus’ Bangerz Tour (North America, 2014)
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Dreamland | Mel | 6 episodes |
| 2019 | How to Build a Girl | Elizabeth Taylor | |
| 2011 | Lily Allen: From Riches to Rags | Herself | TV series documentary |
| 2009 | Neighbours | Herself | Guest starring, soap opera (1 episode) |
| 2008 | Lily Allen and Friends | Host (Herself) | Talk show |
| 2007 | Saturday Night Live | Musical Guest (Herself) | “Drew Barrymore/Lily Allen” (Season 32; Episode 12) |
| 2007 | The Big Fat Quiz of the Year | Herself | |
| 2006 | Never Mind the Buzzcocks | Guest panelist (herself) | Series 19, Episode 6 |
| 1998 | Elizabeth | Lady in Waiting | |
| 1988 | The Comic Strip Presents… | Child in Promo | “The Yob” (Season 4; Episode 4) |
Awards & Nominations
| Year | Nominee / Work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Lily Allen | British Breakthrough Act | Nominated |
| British Female Solo Artist | Nominated | ||
| Alright, Still | British Album of the Year | Nominated | |
| “Smile” | British Single of the Year | Eliminated | |
| 2010 | Lily Allen | British Female Solo Artist | Won |
| It’s Not Me, It’s You | British Album of the Year | Nominated | |
| “The Fear” | British Single of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2015 | Lily Allen | British Female Solo Artist | Nominated |
| 2019 | Lily Allen | British Female Solo Artist | Nominated |
| 2008 | Alright, Still | Best Alternative Music Album | Nominated |
| 2022 | 2:22 A Ghost Story | Best Actress | Nominated |
| 2008 | “Smile” | BMI Pop Song | Won |
| 2010 | “The Fear” | Won | |
| 2012 | “5 O’Clock” (with T-Pain & Wiz Khalifa) | Won | |
| 2015 | “True Love” (with Pink) | Won | |
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Best Pop Artist | Won |
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Top Hot Dance Club Play Track | Nominated |
| 2014 | Lily Allen | Best Comeback | Nominated |
| 2019 | Herself | Artist of the Year | Pending |
| No Shame | Album of the Year | Pending | |
| “Lost My Mind” | Single of the Year | Pending | |
| My Thoughts Exactly | Book of the Year | Pending | |
| 2018 | Lily Allen | Best Singer | Nominated |
| 2009 | It’s Not Me, It’s You | Best Album | Won |
| “Not Fair” | Best Single | Nominated | |
| Best Music Video | Nominated | ||
| Lily Allen | Best Female Act | Nominated | |
| “Fuck You” | Anthem of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Lily Allen | UK Recording Artist Female | Won |
| 2010 | It’s Not Me, It’s You | Fonogram Award for Best International Modern Pop/Rock Album | Nominated |
| 2006 | Herself | Best Foreign Female Act | Nominated |
| 2019 | Lily Allen | Best International Solo Artist | Nominated |
| 2008 | Lily Allen | Editor’s Special Award | Won |
| Best UK Solo Artist | Won | ||
| Best Track | Won | ||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | The Artist Campaign Award | Won |
| Album Title Q1 Alright Still | Won | ||
| Album Title Q4 Its Not Me Its You | Won | ||
| Lily Allen | Best Video Clip – Fuck You | Won | |
| Songwriters of the Year with Greg Kurstin | Won | ||
| “The Fear” | Best Song Musically and Lyrically with Greg Kurstin | Won | |
| PRS for Music Most Performed Work | Won | ||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Best International New Artist | Nominated |
| 2018 | No Shame | Mercury Prize | Nominated |
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Best International Female | Won |
| Nominated | |||
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Indie/Rock/Pop Award | Nominated |
| 2010 | “Just Be Good to Green” | The RCD Award (Radio / Charts / Downloads) | Nominated |
| 2007 | “Smile” | Spankin’ New Artist | Nominated |
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Best UK & Ireland Act | Nominated |
| Artist Choice | Nominated | ||
| Best New Artist | Nominated | ||
| “Smile” | Best New Artist Video | Nominated | |
| Best Reggae Video | Nominated | ||
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Best Pop Video | Nominated |
| 2007 | Lily Allen | International Artist | Nominated |
| Nominated | |||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Woodie of the Year | Nominated |
| “Smile” | Viral Woodie | Nominated | |
| Music Video Production Awards | |||
| Best Director of a New Artist | Won | ||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | UK Marketing Campaign of the Year | Won |
| NME Awards | |||
| NME Awards USA | |||
| 2008 | Lily Allen | Best New International/Indie Alternative Solo Artist | Nominated |
| Shockwaves NME Awards | |||
| Best Solo Artist | Nominated | ||
| Sexiest Woman | Nominated | ||
| Worst Dressed | Won | ||
| Alright, Still | Nominated | ||
| 2008 | Lily Allen | Best Band Blog | Nominated |
| 2010 | Giving It Back Fan Award | Won | |
| 2011 | Lily Allen | Best Band Blog | Nominated |
| 2014 | Lily Allen | Best Solo Artist | Won |
| Hard Out Here | Nominated | ||
| Best Track | Nominated | ||
| Best Video | Nominated | ||
| 2018 | “Trigger Bang” (with Giggs) | Best Collaboration | Nominated |
| NRJ Music Awards | |||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | International Revelation of the Year | Nominated |
| 2010 | International Female Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| International Song of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Popjustice £20 Music Prize | |||
| 2006 | “Smile” | Nominated | |
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Nominated | |
| Premios Oye! | |||
| 2007 | Alright, Still | English Breakthrough of the Year | Won |
| Q Awards | |||
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Best New Act | Nominated |
| 2007 | “Alfie” | Best Video | Nominated |
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Best Track | Won |
| Rober Awards Music Poll | |||
| 2009 | Lily Allen | Guilty Pleasure | Nominated |
| Teen Choice Awards | |||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Choice Music: Breakout Artist – Female | Nominated |
| The Sun’s Bizarre Awards | |||
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Best New Act | Won |
| The Record of the Year Awards | |||
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Smile – 9th | Nominated |
| 2009 | The Fear – 5th | Nominated | |
| TMF Awards | |||
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Best International New Artist | Nominated |
| UK Festival Awards | |||
| 2006 | Lily Allen | Festival Pop Act | Nominated |
| Festival Breakthrough Act | Nominated | ||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Festival Pop Act | Nominated |
| 2009 | Lily Allen | Festival Fitty of the Year – Girls | Won |
| UK Music Video Awards | |||
| 2008 | “Oh My God” (with Mark Ronson) | Best Visual Effects in a Video | Nominated |
| 2009 | “The Fear” | Best Art Direction in a Video | Nominated |
| “22” | Nominated | ||
| Best Telecine in a Video | Nominated | ||
| “Fuck You” | Nominated | ||
| Best Visual Effects in a Video | Nominated | ||
| Urban Music Awards UK | |||
| 2006 | Alright, Still | Best Album | Won |
| Lily Allen | Best Crossover Chart Act | ||
| Virgin Media Music Awards | |||
| 2009 | It’s Not Me, It’s You | Best Album | Nominated |
| “The Fear” | Best Track | ||
| Lily Allen | Hottest Female | ||
| Twit of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Vodafone Live Music Awards | |||
| 2007 | Lily Allen | Best Female Live | Nominated |
| World Music Awards | |||
| 2014 | Herself | World’s Best Female Artist | Nominated |
| World’s Best Live Act | Nominated | ||
| “True Love” (ft. Pink) | World’s Best Song | ||
| “Somewhere Only We Know” | Nominated | ||
| “Hard Out Here” | Nominated | ||
| World’s Best Video | Nominated | ||
| Žebřík Music Awards | |||
| 2006 | Herself | Best International Discovery | Nominated |
| Best International Female | Nominated | ||
| 2009 | Lily Allen | Best International Female | Nominated |
| Theatre awards | |||
| 2022 | 2:22 A Ghost Story | Best Actress in a Play | Won |
| Other | |||
| 2018 | My Thoughts Exactly | Book of the Year | Nominated |
| GQ Men of the Year Awards | |||
| 2009 | Lily Allen | Woman of the Year | Won |
| Highstreet Fashion Awards | |||
| 2008 | Lily Allen | Best Dressed Celebrity | Nominated |
| Morgan Awards | |||
| 2009 | Lily Allen | Best Insult | Won |
