Shawn Peter Raul Mendes (/ˈmɛndɛz/; born August 8, 1998) is a Canadian singer and songwriter. He gained a following in 2013, posting song covers on the video-sharing application Vine. The following year, he caught the attention of artist manager Andrew Gertler and Island Records A&R Ziggy Chareton, which led to him signing a deal with the record label. He has since released three studio albums, headlined three world tours, and received several awards.

Shawn Mendes
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Mendes at the 2019 American Music Awards
Born
Shawn Peter Raul Mendes
August 8, 1998 (age 21)
Pickering, Ontario, Canada
Occupation
Singer songwriter record producer
Years active
2013–present
Agent
Wilhelmina Models
Awards
Full list
Musical career
Genres
Pop folk-pop pop rock
Instruments
Vocals guitar piano
Labels
Island Republic[1] Universal Music Canada [2]
Associated acts
Teddy Geiger Camila Cabello
Website
shawnmendesofficial.com