Bruno Mars
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Bruno Mars performing in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 19, 2010 |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Peter Gene Hernandez |
Born | October 8, 1985 [1] Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S. |
Genres | Reggae fusion, pop, soul, R&B |
Occupations | Singer-songwriter, record producer, model, dancer |
Instruments | Vocals, drums, guitar, keyboard, bass, piano, harmonica |
Years active | 2005–present |
Labels | Atlantic, Elektra |
Associated acts | The Smeezingtons |
Website | www.brunomars.com |
Mars had an unsuccessful stint with Motown Records, but then signed with Atlantic Records in 2009. He became recognized as a solo artist after lending his vocals and co-writing the hooks for the songs "Nothin' on You" by B.o.B, and "Billionaire" by Travie McCoy. He also co-wrote the hits "Right Round" by Flo Rida featuring Ke$ha, and "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan. In October 2010, he released his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans. Anchored by the worldwide number-one singles "Just the Way You Are" and "Grenade", the album peaked at number three on the Billboard 200.[2] Mars was nominated for seven Grammys at the 53rd Grammy Awards, winning Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Just the Way You Are".
Mars' music is noted for displaying a wide variety of styles and influences, and contains elements of many musical genres. He has worked with an assortment of artists from various genres. As a child, he was highly influenced by artists such as Little Richard,[3] Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson and would often impersonate these artists from a young age. Mars also incorporates reggae and Motown inspired sounds into his work. Worldwide, Mars became the best-selling digital artist in 2011. He had three singles in the top ten, including first place with "Just The Way You Are," which sold 12.5 million copies.[4] Mars won Best International Male Solo Artist at the BRIT Awards in 2012.[5] Bruno Mars has sold 6 million albums and 40 million singles worldwide, with a total of 46 copies.[6] He is also the only artist to have two digital singles which has sold more than 10 million copies, with 'Just the Way You Are' and 'Grenade'.
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