Paul Young
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
January 17th, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1956, this English musician gained prominence in the 1980s. He released several successful albums and achieved widespread recognition with a string of hit singles. The artist's soulful voice and style contributed to the popularity of the new wave and blue-eyed soul movements. Significant commercial success came with the hit "Everytime You Go Away,” which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The artist also received critical acclaim, showcasing a blend of pop and soul influences throughout his music career.
Released the hit single 'Everytime You Go Away'
Won the Brit Award for Best British Single in 1985
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