Greyson Chance

American musician with viral hit 'Paparazzi'

Greyson Chance - American musician with viral hit 'Paparazzi'
Born

August 16th, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Launched music career at a young age with a viral performance of Lady Gaga's 'Paparazzi' on YouTube, which garnered significant attention. Released debut EP 'Hold On 'Til The Night' in 2011, which featured the successful single 'Waiting Outside the Lines.' Continued to produce music and evolve stylistically, embracing various genres. Achieved recognition for vocal talent and engaging live performances.

Viral YouTube performance of 'Paparazzi'

Released debut EP 'Hold On 'Til The Night'

Single 'Waiting Outside the Lines' charted

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