Robin Thicke
Birth Name:
Robin Charles Thicke
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, United States
Profession
Soundtrack, Actor, Music department
Fast Facts
- By the age of 21, he had written and produced music for the likes of Michael Jackson, Pink, and Christina Aguilera on more than 20 gold and platinum albums
- His song "Lost Without U" off the album "The Evolution of Robin Thicke" was a number one hit on four Billboard charts at the same time: R&B/Hip Hop album, Hot R&B/Hip Hop song, Hot R&B/Hip Hop Airplay, and Hot Adult R&B Airplay
- Won the VH1 Soul/Vibe Award for Best Breakthrough Artist in 2007
- Began writing and producing songs for other musicians at the age of 16, including Brandy, Brian McKnight, and Color Me Badd
- Signed with Jimmy Iovine and Interscope Records to produce his debut album, "A Beautiful World," in 2003
- Taught himself how to play the piano at the age of 12
- Best known as a singer and songwriter who sang the hit song "Blurred Lines" with T․I․ and Pharrell
- Has ventured into the world of television and film as a "Superstar" on the first season of the reality singing show "Duets" and as an actor in the indie film "Abby in the Summer․"
- Released the '70s soul and pop inspired album "Something Else" in 2008, which dealt with themes of racism and poverty in its hit songs "Dreamworld" and "Magic․"
Awards
- 1989Young Artist Award - Best Young Actor Guest Starring in a Drama or Comedy Series:Nominated