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Anderson Paak is an acclaimed American singer, rapper and record producer whose 2017 release 'Malibu' earned him Grammy nominations.
Anderson Paak is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. His blend of soul, hip-hop, and R&B have earned him international acclaim. He has earned two Grammys and is widely known for his work with artists such as Dr. Dre and Kendrick Lamar, as well as his own career as a solo artist.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Anderson Paak is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On February 8, 1986, Anderson Paak was born in Oxnard, California.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases 1st Mixtape</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his first mixtape titled O.B.E: Volume 1.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Changes Stage Name</div><div class='timeline-text'>Changes his stage name from Breezy Lovejoy to Anderson .Paak.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs with Steel Wool Records</div><div class='timeline-text'>Signs a record deal with producer/label Steel Wool Records.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases 2nd Studio Album </div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his second studio album Malibu, which receives critical acclaim and earns him two Grammy Award nominations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Best Rap Performance at the Grammys</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wins Best Rap Performance for his single “Bubblin” at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Artist to Win a Grammy for Rap and R&B Album in the Same Year</h3><p class='facts-text'>Anderson Paak became the first artist to win a Grammy for both rap and R&B album in the same year when he won Best Rap Performance and Best Urban Contemporary Album in 2021.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Musician to Receive an Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music</h3><p class='facts-text'>Anderson Paak was the first musician ever to receive an honorary doctorate from the prestigious Berklee College of Music.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>He is a Drummer, Producer and Multi-Instrumentalist</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to being a singer and songwriter, Anderson Paak is also a drummer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. He plays drums, piano, guitar, bass, and keyboards.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Has Collaborated with Some of the Biggest Artists in Music</h3><p class='facts-text'>Anderson Paak has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Chance the Rapper, The Game, and many more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Singing After His Wife Encouraged Him to Follow His Dreams</h3><p class='facts-text'>After having two children and struggling to make ends meet, Anderson Paak's wife encouraged him to pursue singing as a profession. He took her advice, and his career quickly took off.</p></div></div>
Anderson Paak, an American R&B singer and rapper, was born on February 8, 1986 and is currently 37 years old. He is best known for his soulful sound and notable collaborations with major artists such as Dr. Dre and Kendrick Lamar.
