Billie Piper is a British singer, actress, and dancer who stormed into the limelight as a pop sensation in the late 1990s. Born Leian Paul Piper on September 22, 1982, in Swindon, Wiltshire, England, she began her career in the entertainment industry at a young age. Her debut single "Because We Want To" was released in 1998 when Piper was just 15 years old and catapulted to number one on the UK singles chart, making her the youngest female artist ever to enter at the top spot, a title she held for many years.

Piper's initial foray into music saw the release of other hit singles such as "Girlfriend" and "Honey to the Bee," both of which showcased her vibrant pop sensibilities and contributed to her status as a teen idol. Her first album, "Honey to the B," was a platinum-selling success and paved the way for her second album, "Walk of Life," in 2000, which featured an array of catchy pop tunes. After a handful of chart successes, Billie Piper transitioned from her music career to focus on acting, which brought her additional fame, particularly for her role as Rose Tyler on the rejuvenated BBC science fiction series "Doctor Who." Despite her shift to acting, her impact on late '90s pop culture remains significant, and her music continues to be a nostalgic recollection of a vibrant period in British pop history.