Peter Gene Hernandez

born: October 8, 1985


better known by his stage name Bruno Mars

an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Mars is from a family of musicians and began making music at a young age. After performing in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood, he decided to pursue a musical career and moved to Los Angeles after graduating from high school. Mars began producing songs for other artists, joining production team The Smeezingtons.


Sign with Atlantic Records in 2009 :

He became recognized as a solo artist after lending his vocals and co-writing the hooks for the songs:


- Nothing On You by B.O.B
- Billionaire by Travis McCoy


Also co-write the hits :


- Right Round by Florida featuring Kesha
- Wavin' Flag by K'naan
- Fuck You! by Cee-Lo Green


In October 2010 his debut album Doowops and Hooligans were released.

Anchored by the worldwide number one singles:


- Just The Way You Are
- Grenade


The album peaked at number three on the Billboard 200.


He was nominated for seven Grammy's at the 53rd Grammy Awards, winning Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Just the Way You Are".


Mars' music is noted for displaying a wide variety of styles and influences, and contains elements of many different musical genres. He has worked with an assortment of artists from different genres; Mars acknowledges the influences that his collaborations have had on his own music. As a child, he was highly influenced by artists such as:


Elvis Presley

and


Micheal Jackson

and would often impersonate these artists from a young age. Mars also incorporates reggae and Motown inspired sounds into his work. Jon Caramanica of The New York Times referred to Mars as "one of the most versatile and accessible singers in pop."