American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actress known for being a founding member of the new wave band The Go-Go's, and for her hit solo singles like "Rush Hour".
Jane Wiedlin, born May 20, 1958, is an American musician and singer renowned as the co-founder, rhythm guitarist, and backing vocalist of the iconic new wave band The Go-Go's. With hits like "We Got the Beat," "Our Lips Are Sealed," and "Vacation," The Go-Go's became one of the most successful American bands of the 1980s, catapulting new wave music into the mainstream.
Wiedlin was born in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to a family of mixed German, Swiss, and Lebanese ancestry. Her parents, Robert Arthur Wiedlin Sr. and Betty Jane, met while students at Marquette University. Growing up in a Catholic family with four siblings, Wiedlin's early childhood was idyllic, but her adolescence was marked by angst and hope.
In 1978, Wiedlin co-founded The Go-Go's with Belinda Carlisle, forming a band that would go on to define the new wave and pop-rock sound of the 1980s. With Wiedlin's rhythmic guitar riffs and Carlisle's soaring vocals, the band released their debut album Beauty and the Beat in 1981, which topped the Billboard 200 chart. The album spawned two hit singles, "We Got the Beat" and "Our Lips Are Sealed," solidifying The Go-Go's as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
In addition to her work with The Go-Go's, Wiedlin pursued a successful solo career, releasing her debut album Jane Wiedlin in 1985. Her biggest hit as a solo artist came with the song "Rush Hour," which peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. Wiedlin also ventured into acting, appearing in films like Clue (1985) and Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989).
As a member of The Go-Go's, Wiedlin received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021. The band's impact on popular music and culture has been recognized by numerous awards and nominations, cementing their status as one of the most influential bands of the 1980s.
Wiedlin's music and artistic endeavors reflect her commitment to empowerment, self-expression, and individuality. Through her work, she has inspired a generation of young women to pursue their passions and challenge societal norms. Her contributions to the music industry and feminist movement have left an indelible mark on popular culture.
Jane Wiedlin's remarkable career, marked by her innovative spirit, creative versatility, and commitment to empowerment, has left a lasting impact on the music industry and beyond.
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