Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe” remains a decade after its release, setting records on the internet along the way.

Carly Rae Jepson, singer songwriter

With almost 1.5 billion views on YouTube and over 800 million streams on Spotify, this song has essentially propelled Jepsen to stardom, all with just one hit.

About Carly Rae Jepsen

Born in 1985 in British Columbia, Canada, Carly Rae Jepsen grew up in a family of five. Her parents encouraged her from a young age to prioritize education, nurture her talents, and chase her dreams, which, as she revealed in various interviews, were deeply rooted in theatre and music.

“You could say my entire childhood revolved around the musical theatre, and I even travelled to New York to visit clubs that played jazz. Yes, I was that nerdy kid doing jazz covers,” the singer fondly recounted in a 2020 interview with The Forty-Five.

“Call Me Maybe” went viral.

Carly Rae didn’t win the competition; she finished third. Nevertheless, the program introduced her to the entire country and attracted the attention of a record label. In 2008, the artist released her first album, “Tug of War,” which received a warm reception from Canadians and a particular star: Justin Bieber.

In 2012, when Jepsen released “Call Me Maybe,” Bieber was the first to promote her. “Call Me Maybe is probably the catchiest song I’ve ever heard in my life,” he tweeted. In less than a week, a miracle occurred in the singer-songwriter’s life. “Call Me Maybe” sold 20 million copies in record time and remained on the Billboard chart for 36 weeks. In other words, Jepsen created the most viral song of 2012, surpassing even Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.

The success of “Call Me Maybe” was undeniably a massive breakthrough for Carly Rae Jepsen. You’re in time to live your significant milestone at the MiMc Music Awards 2023, deadline October 31, 2023.

Carly Rae Jepsen’s musical journey is a testament to her resilience, creativity, and dedication to her craft. While “Call Me Maybe” will forever remain a defining moment in her career, she has unequivocally proven that she is more than a one-hit wonder. With her unique musical style, commitment to quality, and willingness to explore new artistic endeavours, Carly Rae Jepsen is an artist who continues to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the music world.

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