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MikaBritish pop singer and songwriter
Date of Birth: 18.08.1983
Country:  Great Britain |
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Biography of Mika
Early Life and EducationMika, a British pop singer and poet-songwriter, was born on August 18, 1983, in Beirut, Lebanon. As a child, Mika received vocal training from the Russian opera singer Alla Ardakova. He later attended the Royal College of Music in London, where he honed his musical skills.
Breakthrough and Career
Mika's debut performance took place on BBC2's show hosted by Dermot O'Leary in September 2006. This led to further appearances on Jools Holland's "Later" and the "Friday Night Project" in January 2007. His vocal range, rumored to span five octaves, has been a subject of admiration, although he claims to reach a maximum of three and a half octaves.
In 2006, Mika released his first single, "Relax, Take it Easy," which gained popularity on BBC Radio 1 and was named "Record of the Week" by popular DJ Scott Mills. He followed this success with the release of his second single, "Grace Kelly," on January 8, 2007. The track quickly climbed to the top of the UK Singles Chart by January 21, solidifying Mika's popularity.
Mika's debut album, "Life in Cartoon Motion," was released on February 5, 2007. Produced by renowned producers Greg Wells, Jodi Marr, and John Merchant, the album received warm reception from both fans and critics. His unique style drew comparisons to the likes of Elton John, Prince, Robbie Williams, Freddie Mercury, and David Bowie.
International Success and Recognition
Mika's talent quickly propelled him to international fame. He performed on "The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno on March 26, 2007, and February 14, 2008, as well as on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on March 27, 2007. He also showcased his vocal prowess on the live show "So You Think You Can Dance" on July 26, 2007.
In June 2007, Mika embarked on a concert tour across the United States and Canada. That year, he received three awards at the World Music Awards, becoming the first artist to win so many awards at once. He continued touring in September 2007, covering Europe, and eventually made his way to the United Kingdom in November. In January 2008, he performed in North America before making Los Angeles his home base for the 50th Annual Grammy Awards.
On February 20, 2008, Mika opened the BRIT Awards ceremony with live performances of "Love Today," "Grace Kelly," and a duet with Beth Ditto on "Standing in the Way of Control." He received the award for "Best British Breakthrough Act" at the same ceremony, solidifying his status as a rising star in the music industry.
