Johnny Orlando

Canadian singer and songwriter

Johnny Orlando - Canadian singer and songwriter
Born

January 24th, 2003
22 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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Born in 2003, a Canadian singer and songwriter gained attention through social media platforms, particularly YouTube, where early music covers showcased vocal talent. Released debut EP 'It's Never Really Over' in 2020, which featured original songs that resonated with a young audience. Collaborated with various artists in the pop genre, and songs such as 'What If' and 'Phobias' contributed to growing popularity. Known for engaging live performances, toured in North America and Europe, further establishing presence in the music industry.

Released debut EP 'It's Never Really Over'

Popular songs include 'What If' and 'Phobias'

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