Mike Posner
Singer-songwriter and producer
Born
February 12th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Started his career releasing mixtapes and gained significant attention with the single 'Cooler Than Me' in 2010. The debut album '31 Minutes to Takeoff' featured hits like 'Please Don't Go' and showcased a mix of pop and electronic influences. Later, produced tracks for prominent artists and expanded work into production and songwriting. Achieved recognition for the song 'I Took a Pill in Ibiza', which received widespread acclaim and commercial success, leading to a remix by a notable DJ. Has also undertaken projects involving personal reflection and poetry.
Released the hit single 'Cooler Than Me'
Produced 'I Took a Pill in Ibiza', which gained wide acclaim
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