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Carly Rae Jepsen

Canadian singer-songwriter and musician
Canadian singer-songwriter and musician

Carly Rae Jepsen gained fame with 'Call Me Maybe' in 2012. She has released several albums and received multiple awards.

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1985-11-21
Carly Rae Jepsen's Birth

Carly Rae Jepsen was born on November 21, 1985, in Mission, British Columbia, Canada.

2007-06-05
Carly Rae Jepsen auditions for Canadian Idol

Carly Rae Jepsen auditioned for the popular CTV show by singing one of her own songs and eventually became one of the 10 finalists. Throughout the competition, she impressed the audience with her performances of various songs and finished the season in third place.

2007-11-18
First Canadian Idol tour kicks off in Charlottetown

Carly Rae Jepsen, along with winner Brian Melo and second-place finisher Jaydee Bixby, started the first Canadian Idol tour in Charlottetown. The tour included performances in 15 cities across Canada, culminating in a final show in Edmonton on 12 December.

2008-09-30
Release of Tug of War album

Carly Rae Jepsen released her album 'Tug of War' through MapleMusic Recordings, featuring singles like 'Bucket' and 'Sour Candy'.

2010
Song of the Year at Canadian Radio Music Awards

Jepsen's song 'Tug of War' was awarded Song of the Year at the 2010 Canadian Radio Music Awards.

2011-09-20
Release of 'Call Me Maybe'

The song 'Call Me Maybe' was released in Canada on September 20, 2011, and started to climb the Canadian singles chart. It gained international attention after Justin Bieber praised it on Twitter in January 2012.

2012-02-14
Release of 'Curiosity' EP

Carly Rae Jepsen signed with Scooter Braun's School Boy Records in early February 2012, and they released an EP titled 'Curiosity' on Valentine's Day, which included six songs.

2012-03-10
Call Me Maybe Tops Billboard Hot 100

On March 10, 2012, Carly Rae Jepsen's hit song 'Call Me Maybe' reached the number 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, staying there for 9 weeks until June 23, 2012.

2012-04-14
Call Me Maybe tops UK pop chart

On April 14, 2012, the song 'Call Me Maybe' entered the UK pop chart at No. 1, becoming a massive hit.

2012-06-21
Certification of 'Call Me Maybe' as Octuple-Platinum

On June 21, 2012, Carly Rae Jepsen's song 'Call Me Maybe' was certified octuple-platinum in Canada, becoming the best-selling domestic Canadian single in history.

2012-06-23
Call Me Maybe tops US Billboard Hot 100

On June 23, 2012, 'Call Me Maybe' began its nine-week reign at No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, setting a record for the longest reign by a Canadian performer.

2012-07-14
Debut of 'Call Me Maybe'

On July 14, 2012, Carly Rae Jepsen's hit song 'Call Me Maybe' made its debut, becoming a worldwide sensation.

2012-09-18
Release of Kiss album

On September 18, 2012, Carly Rae Jepsen released her 12-track dance-pop album titled Kiss, which featured hit songs like 'Call Me Maybe' and 'Good Time.' The album was well-received and showcased Jepsen's songwriting skills and collaborations with various producers.

2012-09-29
Release of 'Beautiful' featuring Justin Bieber

On September 29, 2012, Carly Rae Jepsen collaborated with Justin Bieber for the song 'Beautiful', which received widespread acclaim.

2012-11-25
Performance at the 100th Grey Cup game in Toronto

Carly Rae Jepsen performed at the 100th Grey Cup game in Toronto alongside Justin Bieber, Marianas Trench, and Gordon Lightfoot.

2013-06-12
Release of Kiss: The Remix in Japan

Carly Rae Jepsen released 'Kiss: The Remix' in Japan on 12 June 2013, featuring remixes and instrumentals of singles from her album 'Kiss'.

2014-02-04
Carly Rae Jepsen's Broadway Debut in Cinderella

Carly Rae Jepsen made her Broadway debut at New York City’s Broadway Theatre, starring as the title character in Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Her performance received mixed reviews, with some praising her vocals while others found it 'serviceable'. Her 12-week run was extended due to popular demand.

2014-12-17
Carly Rae Jepsen Born

Carly Rae Jepsen, the singer, songwriter, and guitarist, was born on November 21, 1985, in Mission, BC. She gained fame through her music career and became a global pop sensation with hits like 'Call Me Maybe.'

2015-03-02
Release of 'I Really Like You'

Carly Rae Jepsen released the lead single 'I Really Like You' from her album E•MO•TION. The music video featured Tom Hanks and Justin Bieber, and went viral on YouTube.

2015-03-21
Release of 'I Really Like You'

Carly Rae Jepsen released the song 'I Really Like You' on March 21, 2015, which garnered attention and positive reception.

2015-05-02
Release of 'This Kiss'

Carly Rae Jepsen released the song 'This Kiss' on May 2, 2015, captivating listeners with its catchy melody and lyrics.

2015-06-24
E•MO•TION Album Release in Japan

E•MO•TION album was released in Japan on June 24, 2015. It debuted at No. 8 on the Japanese sales chart and received positive reviews from critics.

2015-08-21
E•MO•TION Album Release Worldwide

E•MO•TION album was released worldwide on August 21, 2015. It debuted at No. 16 in the US and received critical acclaim, being ranked among the best albums of the year by various media outlets.

2016-01-31
Carly Rae Jepsen in Grease Live

Carly Rae Jepsen portrayed the character Frenchy in Fox's live television presentation of the musical Grease, which received critical acclaim. She also performed a new song titled “All I Need Is An Angel” specifically written for her role.

2016-03-09
Carly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian singer and songwriter. She gained international fame with her hit single 'Call Me Maybe'.

2017-05
Release of Carly Rae Jepsen's single 'Cut to the Feeling'

In May 2017, Carly Rae Jepsen released the single 'Cut to the Feeling', which appeared on a Japanese deluxe version of the Side B EP.

2018-11
Release of 'Party for One'

In November 2018, Carly Rae Jepsen released 'Party for One', the lead single from her fourth studio album. She also served as the opening act for Katy Perry's Witness: The Tour earlier in the year.

2019-05-17
Release of Dedicated

On May 17, 2019, Carly Rae Jepsen released her fourth studio album 'Dedicated', followed by a tour starting on June 27. The album marked another milestone in her music career.

2020-05-21
Release of Dedicated Side B

On May 21, 2020, Carly Rae Jepsen released 'Dedicated Side B', an album containing twelve additional tracks from 'Dedicated'. The companion album provided fans with more of her music.

2022-03-25
Carly Rae Jepsen's Sugar Indulgence Confession on Instagram

Carly Rae Jepsen shared on her Instagram Story on March 25 that she may have cheated on her 'no sugar' diet and expressed her love for sugar. She also mentioned her appreciation for Cole, describing him as patient, loving, and kind.

2022-05-06
Release of lead single from 'Western Wind'

Carly Rae Jepsen announced the lead single from her sixth studio album, 'Western Wind', at her Coachella performance and it was released on May 6, 2022.

2022-10-08
Release of title track single featuring Rufus Wainwright

The title track featuring Rufus Wainwright was the fourth and final single released for Carly Rae Jepsen's album 'The Loneliest Time' on October 8, 2022.

2022-10-21
Release of 'The Loneliest Time' album

Carly Rae Jepsen announced the release of her sixth studio album, 'The Loneliest Time', on August 3, 2022, and it was released on October 21, 2022.

2023-06-23
Release of disco-inspired single 'Shy Boy'

Less than a year after 'The Loneliest Time', Carly Rae Jepsen released a new disco-inspired single 'Shy Boy' on June 23, 2023, produced by James Ford.

2023-07-18
Carly Rae Jepsen Reveals ‘The Loveliest Time’ Album Release Date

Carly Rae Jepsen announced the release date of her album 'The Loveliest Time'.

2023-07-28
Release of 'The Loveliest Time' album

Carly Rae Jepsen announced her seventh studio album, 'The Loveliest Time', on July 6, 2023, and described it as a 'companion album' to 'The Loneliest Time'. It was released on July 28, 2023.

2023-08-02
Carly Rae Jepsen Opens Up About Living in a ‘Loud, Fearless Way’ on New Album ‘The Loveliest Time’

Carly Rae Jepsen discusses her new album 'The Loveliest Time' and how it reflects living boldly and fearlessly. She shares insights into her creative process and the themes explored in her music.

2023-08-13
Carly Rae Jepsen / Harvey Sutherland

Carly Rae Jepsen and Harvey Sutherland performed at Bellwether in Los Angeles, California, United States on August 13, 2023.

2023-10-01
All Things Go Festival (Day 2 of 2)

The All Things Go Festival on the second day featured performances by various artists including Carly Rae Jepsen, Lana Del Rey, Tegan and Sara, and more in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

2023-12-03
Carly Rae Jepsen Concert in São Paulo

Carly Rae Jepsen performed at a concert on December 3, 2023 in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil alongside The Cure, Beck, and Just Mustard.

2024-05-17
Carly Rae Jepsen Announces New Album 'Dedicated'

Carly Rae Jepsen revealed that her new album titled 'Dedicated' will be released on May 17, 2024.

2024-07-04
The Maybe Man Tour

AJR and Carly Rae Jepsen will be performing at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, Henry Maier Festival Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States as part of The Maybe Man Tour.

2024-07-06
Festival d'été de Québec

Carly Rae Jepsen is set to perform at the Festival d'été de Québec in Downtown Quebec City, Québec, Canada. The festival will feature other artists like Jonas Brothers and Killswitch Engage.

2024-07-12
Day in Day Out Festival

Carly Rae Jepsen will be part of the Day in Day Out Festival lineup at Seattle Center, Seattle, Washington, United States. The festival will also include performances by Peach Pit, Beach Fossils, and Mannequin Pussy.

2024-07-20
Pitchfork Music Festival 2024

Carly Rae Jepsen is scheduled to perform at the Pitchfork Music Festival 2024 in Union Park, Chicago, Illinois, United States. The festival will feature other artists like Jamie xx, Jessie Ware, and De La Soul.

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