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Born: 20 June 1985 · Age: 41
Caroline Polachek is 41 years old as of October 2026. She was born on 20 June 1985.
New York singer-songwriter, formerly of Chairlift, acclaimed for adventurous solo albums such as Pang and Desire, I Want to Turn into You
Did you know?She co-wrote No Angel for Beyoncé.
Caroline Polachek is one of pop's most inventive vocalists. She first gained attention with Chairlift. Her solo albums blend pop hooks with operatic vocal leaps and electronic textures. Desire, I Want to Turn into You topped many critics' lists. She co-wrote for Beyoncé and has worked with Charli XCX. Her live shows are known for their vocal precision. Her bold, theatrical shows have earned her a devoted following among pop fans and critics alike.
Caroline Elizabeth Polachek (born June 20, 1985) is an American singer, producer, and songwriter. Raised in Connecticut, Polachek cofounded the indie pop band Chairlift while studying at the University of Colorado Boulder.
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American singer-songwriter, born 1985
Caroline Polachek was born in New York City on 20 June 1985.
She was born in New York City.
She co-founded the synth-pop band Chairlift.
Her album Desire, I Want to Turn into You was released in 2023.
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