BET Awards 2023: 5 Things to Know About Givēon
Singer Givēon has swiftly emerged as a standout artist in the music industry, captivating audiences with his deep and soulful vocals. Hailing from Long Beach, California, Givēon’s rich voice effortlessly conveys raw emotion and vulnerability. With influences ranging from gospel to R&B, his music explores themes of love, heartbreak, and self-reflection that resonate with listeners profoundly. Beyond his musical talents, get to know Givēon better with these five interesting facts.
2021 was one of the biggest years for him
In 2021, Givēon earned his first Grammy nomination for his EP Take Time. That same year, he made his debut television appearance performing “Stuck on You” on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Drake was a critical factor in his breakthrough success
Givēon had released a handful of singles before catching the attention of Canadian-born rapper Drake. The “God’s Plan” emcee tapped the rising r&b singer for his 2020 single, “Chicago Freestyle,” introducing him to a broader audience.
He started singing at a young age
Givēon’s mother pushed her son to take singing seriously. She would routinely make him sing at birthday parties as a form of practice.
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Rupert “Sevn” Thomas Jr discovered him
The “Heartbreak Anniversary” singer was discovered by Canadian producer and songwriter
Rupert “Sevn” Thomas Jr, who found Givēon music while scrolling through SoundCloud. Sevn has worked with the likes of Rihanna, Drake, Travis Scott, and many more.
Everything changed when he discovered Frank Sinatra
While talking to Okayplayer, the singer opened up about finding his unique voice. He told the outlet, “I gained a lot of confidence in my voice once I discovered Frank Sinatra because I didn’t know baritone singers were a thing.” He added, “Where I’m from, no one plays that kind of music, so I just thought I sounded weird. Now I’m really grateful for my tone because I stand out.”
The BET Awards 2023 premieres Sunday, June 25 at 8 pm ET/PT on BET and BET Her.
