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Lola Young's Recovery Journey: From Collapse to Grammy Win

3/13/2026

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Summary

Lola Young's Comeback

Lola Young, the British singer, collapsed during a September 2025 performance at All Things Go Music Festival in New York.
Young said the collapse prompted her to seek help for cocaine addiction.
She canceled all upcoming shows to focus on recovery, including attending a holistic recovery center and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
Young returned to the stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards and won Best Pop Solo Performance for 'Messy'.

History

Historical Context

The Cocaine Control Act of 1970 emerged amid rising addiction concerns, with over 1 million users reported in the late 1960s. This legislation followed a history of cocaine regulation dating back to the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act of 1914, which began federal oversight. Today, the act's legacy informs ongoing discussions about addiction recovery, particularly in the music industry, as exemplified by Lola Young's recent struggles.

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Lola Young's Comeback

Lola Young, the British singer, collapsed during a September 2025 performance at All Things Go Music Festival in New York.
Young said the collapse prompted her to seek help for cocaine addiction.
She canceled all upcoming shows to focus on recovery, including attending a holistic recovery center and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
Young returned to the stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards and won Best Pop Solo Performance for 'Messy'.

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