Date of Birth: August 8, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Shawn Peter Raul Mendes is a Canadian singer-songwriter who gained fame through social media. Born on August 8, 1998, in Pickering, Ontario, Mendes began posting song covers on the now-defunct video-sharing application Vine in 2013. His talent quickly caught the attention of artist managers and record labels. In 2014, he signed with Island Records and released his debut single “Life of the Party,” which made him the youngest artist to debut in the top 25 of the Billboard Hot 100 at the age of 15. Mendes’ debut album, “Handwritten” (2015), debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, and his single “Stitches” reached the top 10 in the U.S. and Canada. He continued to produce successful albums, including “Illuminate” (2016), which featured hits like “Treat You Better” and “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back,” and “Shawn Mendes” (2018), which included the hit “In My Blood.” His fourth studio album, “Wonder,” was released in 2020. Known for his soulful voice, boy-next-door charm, and guitar-driven pop sound, Shawn Mendes has become a global pop icon. He has received numerous awards, including multiple MTV Europe Music Awards and American Music Awards.
5 Interesting Facts about Shawn Mendes
1. Shawn Mendes was discovered on Vine, where he gained millions of followers by posting 6-second cover videos.
2. He taught himself to play guitar by watching YouTube tutorial videos at the age of 13.
3. Mendes has been open about his struggles with anxiety and has used his platform to raise awareness about mental health.
4. He is fluent in both English and Portuguese, as his father is Portuguese.
5. Shawn Mendes became the first artist to have four number-one singles on the Adult Pop Songs chart before the age of 20.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Shawn Mendes
1. “I was one of those kids who would stand in the middle of the street singing at the top of their lungs.”
2. “I think when you’re young, you’re hoping that this person means something to you and that you’ll mean something to them.”
3. “I’m not expecting to become the next Michael Jackson or Madonna. I just want to be an artist that stays around for a while.”
4. “Music is the only way I know how to communicate.”
5. “Sometimes it takes a little bit of time for people to understand who I am. I always get there.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of 2023, Shawn Mendes’ highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $40 million.
Children
As of now, Shawn Mendes does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Shawn Mendes Official Website](https://www.shawnmendesofficial.com/
2. [Shawn Mendes on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/shawnmendes/
3. [Shawn Mendes on Twitter](https://twitter.com/ShawnMendes
4. [Shawn Mendes’ YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/qzMendShawn
5. [Shawn Mendes on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/7n2wHs1TKAczGzO7Dd2rGr
