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Lola Young Triumphs After Overcoming Addiction and Health Struggles

3/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Lola Young, a British singer, collapsed on stage at All Things Go festival in New York in September 2025, prompting a hiatus to address addiction and mental health.
In a Rolling Stone interview, she described cocaine dependency and schizoaffective disorder as a breaking point.
Young expressed gratitude, saying it aided her recovery.
She has since returned to the spotlight and won the Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance for 'Messy'.

History

Historical Context

The Cocaine Control Act of 1970 marked a pivotal change in U.S. drug policy, criminalizing cocaine possession and distribution amid rising concerns over its use. By the late 1980s, arrests related to cocaine surged by 300%, reflecting its growing prevalence. This legislation laid the groundwork for ongoing debates about addiction treatment, as exemplified by Lola Young's recent struggles with cocaine dependency in the music industry.

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Story summary

Lola Young, a British singer, collapsed on stage at All Things Go festival in New York in September 2025, prompting a hiatus to address addiction and mental health.
In a Rolling Stone interview, she described cocaine dependency and schizoaffective disorder as a breaking point.
Young expressed gratitude, saying it aided her recovery.
She has since returned to the spotlight and won the Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance for 'Messy'.

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