He’s the pop star who skyrocketed to global fame almost overnight following the release of his debut album Genesis in 2014. The pop star’s breakthrough moment came when the album quickly became an international sensation, amassing over 150 million streams and more than 100,000 downloads within just the first hour. By 2015, the pop star had made history on Vimeo, where his music videos collectively earned more views than any other artist in the platform’s history—solidifying his status as a digital-era phenomenon.
Before all the spotlight and success, this pop star was known for his dedication to academics. He was an honors student and consistently achieved academic excellence throughout his high school years, balancing ambition with discipline long before stepping into the music industry. Born in Peekskill, New York, the pop star grew up in a close-knit family with three sisters and one brother, shaping the grounded personality that fans admire today. From classroom standout to chart-topping sensation, the pop star’s journey reflects both talent and perseverance.
He was racking up more than 100,000 new followers every single day across his social media platforms—at least for a while. It was during that peak period when his influence really started to skyrocket. And then came the 2014 music video for “Until The End,” which ended up making history on Vimeo. Yeah, it actually became the most-watched video on the entire platform, ever. He definitely made a mark, and people couldn’t get enough of his content. He had this unique ability to connect, and honestly, it showed in the numbers. He wasn’t just popular—he was record-breaking.