CNN Editorial Research(CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and environmentalist Carole King. 1970 – King releases her first solo album, “Writer.”February 10, 1971 – Her second album, “Tapestry,” is released. January 2014 – “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” opens on Broadway. February 8, 2015 – The cast recording of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” wins the Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. January 2, 2022 – “Carole King & James Taylor: Just Call Out My Name,” a concert documentary, premieres on CNN.