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Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes is a Canadian singer and songwriter who gained international fame after getting his start on YouTube and Vine.

Born: 8 August 1998
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Age: 21

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FAQ

What Are Shawn Mendes's Most Famous Songs?

Shawn Mendes's top 10 Billboard hits are as follows:

"Señorita" feat. Camila Cabello
"If I Can't Have You"
"Stitches"
"Treat You Better"
"There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back"
"In My Blood"
"Mercy"
"I Know What You Did Last Summer" feat. Camila Cabello
"Life of the Party"
"Lost in Japan" feat. Zedd

Where Is Shawn Mendes From?

Shawn Mendes was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario.

Does Shawn Mendes Have Tattoos?

Shawn Mendes has several tattoos, including a butterfly on his left bicep, a guitar on his right forearm, an elephant on his finger, a light bulb on the back of his right arm, and a sparrow on his hand.

What Awards Has Shawn Mendes Won?

Shawn Mendes has an impressive award collection. He has won two American Music Awards, one Billboard Live Music Award, two People's Choice Awards, eight iHeartRadio Much Music Awards, four Kids' Choice Awards, nine Teen Choice Awards, and two MTV Video Music Awards and has been nominated for two Grammy Awards.

How Did Shawn Mendes Get His Start in Music?

Shawn Mendes posted a cover of Justin Bieber's "As Long as You Love Me" on the video streaming app Vine in 2013 that went viral. After gaining popularity through Vine and YouTube, he was signed to Island Records, with whom he released his debut album, Handwritten, in 2015.