Greyson Chance, 1997
Musicians · August 16, 1997
Greyson Chance
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Greyson Chance is 28 years old, born August 16, 1997 in Wichita Falls · Leo.
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The basics
- ★ BORN IN
- Wichita Falls
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About
Greyson Chance turned a viral YouTube cover into a chart career before pivoting to indie synth-pop. Born August 16, 1997, the American singer-songwriter gained national attention in 2010 when his rendition of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi" amassed over 72 million views. He signed with Ellen DeGeneres' eleveneleven label and released his debut single "Waiting Outside the Lines" that October, followed by the album Hold On 'til the Night, which peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200. As a Leo, Chance has spent years refining his craft across pop, R&B, and electronic production.
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Biography
Greyson Michael Chance rose from a 2010 viral moment to become a chart-tracking singer-songwriter. Born August 16, 1997, in the United States, Chance posted a cover of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi" to YouTube that resonated widely, accumulating over 72 million views and launching his career as a child performer. His original compositions "Stars" and "Broken Hearts" followed, each generating millions of streams and establishing him as a songwriter alongside his vocalist profile.
In October 2010, Chance signed a joint-venture deal with eleveneleven—Ellen DeGeneres' imprint under Maverick, Streamline, and Geffen Records—and released his commercial debut single "Waiting Outside the Lines". His first studio album, Hold On 'til the Night, arrived in 2011 and charted at number 29 on the Billboard 200, marking his only major-label chart entry. After a quiet period, he returned with the extended play Somewhere Over My Head in May 2016, preceded by the single "Afterlife" and followed by "Hit & Run" and "Back on the Wall".
Chance later shifted toward independent release and genre experimentation. His second studio album, Portraits, dropped in 2019 and leaned into synth-pop aesthetics, preceded by singles "Shut Up" and "Timekeeper". Composers and singers typically balance performance and songwriting careers across live venues, studios, and digital platforms, and Chance has navigated that landscape from childhood stardom to self-directed releases.
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Trivia
- His 2010 "Paparazzi" cover exceeded 72 million YouTube views, making it the launchpad for his record deal and national profile.
- Signed to Ellen DeGeneres' eleveneleven imprint—a joint venture across three major labels—to release "Waiting Outside the Lines" as his debut commercial single.
- Hold On 'til the Night remains his only charting studio album, peaking at number 29 on the Billboard 200.
- Independently released Portraits in 2019, marking a creative shift toward synth-pop production and away from his earlier radio-pop sound.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Greyson Chance reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Greyson Chance?
- Greyson Chance is 28 years old (born August 16, 1997).
- When is Greyson Chance's birthday?
- Greyson Chance was born on August 16, 1997.
- What is Greyson Chance's zodiac sign?
- Greyson Chance is a Leo, born August 16, 1997.
- What is Greyson Chance's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Greyson Chance was born in 1997, the year of the Fire Ox.
- Where is Greyson Chance from?
- Greyson Chance is from United States.
- What does Greyson Chance do?
- Greyson Chance is a musician.
- Where was Greyson Chance born?
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