There have only been a handful of Canadian artists to leave an impact on generations, and Sarah McLachlan is one of them. One of Canada’s earliest superstars Sarah shot through the ranks in the early 1990s. Her angelic voice, poetic lyricism, and emotional depth has made her into what she is the OG of the singing game. 
Born in Nova Scotia (She now resides in BC) her musical gift journey began in the early 1980s where McLachlan became trained in classical piano and guitar. McLachlan then signed to a record label in the late 1980s, she put out her debut album “Touch”, in 1989. The Album was a good introduction into her music that same soft sound with her angelic voice with great production. Her follow up album in 1991 was where fans really started to take notice of her musical talent. One of the songs on the album “Into the fire”really put the people on notice.
In 1993 is where McLachlan would drop her most popular album “Fumbling Towards Ecstasy”. McLachlan now had become a household name. Songs that really stood out on this album were “possesion”, and “Hold on”. Her success wouldn’t stop there though McLachlan after a 3 year hiatus would go on to drop “Rarites, B-Side & other stuff”.
This album is where her most popular song “I will remember You” comes from. More known as a meme song now, but back then it was a highly emotional song. In 1997 When Surfacing showed up in, McLachlan was already well-known throughout the world. She became one of Canada’s greatest musical exports after winning two Grammy Awards and numerous Juno Awards for that album, which included classic songs like “Building a Mystery,” “Adia,” and “Angel.”
In addition to being a successful performer, McLachlan has inspired others by using her platform. She started the “Lilith Fair tour” in 1997, an all-female music festival that honored women in a field that is frequently dominated by men. The festival, which raised millions for women’s charities and featured artists like Sheryl Crow, Tracy Chapman, and Jewel, became a cultural landmark. She really is a pioneer.
Sarah McLachlan left behind a legacy of kindness and inventiveness through her heartfelt ballads and charitable endeavors. She is still regarded as a genuine Canadian icon, a performer whose work inspired new generations while also defining one.