Nothing compared to her: Sinead O'Connor in five songs

Seen here in the music video for 'Nothing Compares 2 U', Sinead O'Connor was widely known for her provocations but it was her emotive, poignant vocals that propelled her to global acclaim. — Photo: Filepic

Irish singer Sinead O'Connor, who died this week at aged at 56, was widely known for her provocations but it was her emotive, poignant vocals that propelled her to global acclaim.

With a delivery both fierce and breathy, O'Connor sold millions of records following the 1990 album I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, which saw her star skyrocket after she had gained a cult following from her debut The Lion And The Cobra.