Is k.d. lang A-List?
No — k.d. lang is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Early Country Music Beginnings
Begins her career in the Canadian country music scene, gaining local recognition.
*Ingénue* Album Release
Releases the album *Ingénue* and the hit single "Constant Craving," achieving international success.
Grammy Award Winner
Wins a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, solidifying her status as a major artist.
Vocal Performance in Film
Performs "Surrender" for the *James Bond* film *Tomorrow Never Dies*.
*Hymns of the 49th Parallel*
Releases *Hymns of the 49th Parallel*, an album of Canadian songwriters to great acclaim.
Juno Award for Adult Album
Wins a Juno Award for Adult Contemporary Album of the Year, recognizing her continued success.
Continues Music Career, Advocacy
k.d. lang continues to record and perform, while remaining an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
Last updated: February 23, 2026