Ani DiFranco is a multi-talented singer-songwriter, poet, author and entrepreneur. She started her musical career as a folk-punk singer in the late 1980s and has since released more than twenty studio albums. Her lyrics are typically personal and often focus on social and political issues, making her a powerful voice for progressive causes. She is a self-taught guitarist, playing by ear and adapting her approach on the instrument to accommodate her constantly changing musical ideas. Ani has won several awards, including a Grammy Award, and has been strongly praised for her independent approach to the music industry. She is also the founder of her own independent record label, Righteous Babe Records. Ani DiFranco remains an influential and beloved figure in the music world today.