Shawn Peter Raul Mendes is a talented Canadian singer-songwriter who rose to fame through his covers on Vine in 2013. His journey to success started when artist manager Andrew Gertler and Island Records A&R Ziggy Chareton recognized his potential and signed him to a record deal. Mendes’ music career took off with the release of his self-titled debut EP in 2014, followed by the chart-topping debut studio album ‘Handwritten’ in 2015, making him one of the youngest artists to achieve such success. The single ‘Stitches’ further solidified his presence by reaching the top of the charts in the UK and making waves globally.
Continuing his streak of success, Mendes’ second album ‘Illuminate’ debuted at number one in the US in 2016, with hit singles like ‘Treat You Better’ and ‘There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back’ garnering international acclaim. His third studio album, released in 2018, was highlighted by the powerful lead single ‘In My Blood’, further cementing his place in the music industry. Mendes’ impressive achievements include multiple award wins, such as SOCAN awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, Juno Awards, and iHeartRadio MMVAs, along with nominations for prestigious awards like the Grammy and Brit Awards. He was recognized by Time as one of the most influential people globally in 2018, solidifying his impact on the music scene.