Date of Birth: December 1, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Vance Joy, whose real name is James Gabriel Keogh, is an Australian singer-songwriter and musician who gained international recognition with his hit single “Riptide.” Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Vance Joy initially pursued a career in law, graduating from Monash University with a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws. However, his passion for music led him to pursue a career in the industry. Vance Joy’s debut EP, “God Loves You When You’re Dancing,” released in 2013, included the breakout track “Riptide,” which became a global hit and established him as a rising star. He followed up with his debut studio album, “Dream Your Life Away,” in 2014, which included other popular tracks like “Mess Is Mine” and “Georgia.” The album was well-received and earned him several awards and nominations. In 2018, Vance Joy released his second studio album, “Nation of Two,” which further cemented his place in the music industry with hits like “Lay It on Me” and “Saturday Sun.” Known for his heartfelt lyrics and melodic tunes, Vance Joy continues to capture the hearts of fans worldwide.
5 Interesting Facts about Vance Joy
1. Vance Joy’s stage name is derived from a character in Peter Carey’s novel “Bliss.”
2. Before pursuing music full-time, he played Australian rules football for the Coburg Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
3. “Riptide” was the longest-charting song in Australian history, spending 107 weeks in the ARIA Top 100.
4. He won the ARIA Award for Best Male Artist in 2015.
5. Vance Joy has toured with renowned artists like Taylor Swift and Pink, opening for them on their world tours.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Vance Joy
1. “Music is a great way to express yourself and to kind of let out what you’re feeling.”
2. “When I write a song, it’s a very personal thing, but when I release it, it becomes something that belongs to everyone.”
3. “I feel like the songs that I write are a way of processing things in my life.”
4. “Touring with Taylor Swift was an amazing experience; it was like going to school every day.”
5. “I always try to be honest in my songwriting, to write things that are true to my experience.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Vance Joy is estimated to be around $30 million.
Children
As of now, Vance Joy does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Vance Joy Official Website](https://www.vancejoy.com/
2. [Vance Joy on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/3apZ0clfFF8aiVCD5DsgbO
3. [Vance Joy on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vancejoy/
4. [Vance Joy’s ARIA Awards Profile](https://www.aria.com.au/awards/past-winners/2015
