Adam Levine

About

Adam Levine is a highly celebrated American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the lead vocalist of the Grammy-winning pop rock band, Maroon 5. Born on March 18, 1979, in Los Angeles, California, Levine pursued an interest in music from a young age and formed the band - initially called Kara's Flowers - with his high school friends. This band later reformed as Maroon 5, and achieved international recognition with their debut album, 'Songs About Jane', featuring the hit singles 'This Love' and 'She Will Be Loved'. Alongside his achievements with Maroon 5, Levine is also recognised for his role as a coach on NBC's reality talent show 'The Voice'.

Associated With

Adam Levine is a well-known figure in the entertainment industry with several notable associations. Renowned for being the lead vocalist of the pop-rock band Maroon 5, Levine has collaborated with artists such as Kanye West, Rihanna and Alicia Keys, and was a coach on NBC's "The Voice," alongside Blake Shelton, Christina Aguilera, and Pharrell Williams among others. In terms of acting, his appearances include "American Horror Story" and the film "Begin Again" with Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo. In his personal life, he dated model Anne Vyalitsyna before marrying another model, Behati Prinsloo, with whom he has two children. His multifaceted career showcases an array of connections throughout the entertainment industry.

Career Highlights

• - 1994: Adam Levine co-founded the band "Kara's Flowers" while he was still in high school. The band didn't achieve much commercial success.
• - 2001: The band was reformed with a different line-up as "Maroon 5". Levine serves as the lead vocalist and guitarist.
• - 2002: Released their debut album "Songs About Jane" that went multi-platinum in the US. The album brought fame for the band and Levine.
• - 2004: Levine won his first Grammy award for "Best New Artist" with Maroon 5.
• - 2005: Maroon 5 and Levine won their second Grammy for "Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals" for the album "Songs About Jane".
• - 2007: The band’s second album 'It Won’t Be Soon Before Long' released. The album featured hits like 'Makes Me Wonder,' which won a Grammy for 'Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals' in 2008.
• - 2010: Levine and his band released their third studio album, "Hands All Over". The album was a major hit and included the Grammy-winning single 'Moves Like Jagger'.
• - 2011: Levine became a judge/coach on the reality talent show "The Voice". His appearance significantly increased his visibility and popularity.
• - 2013: He debuted as an actor on the second season of the television show American Horror Story, and also released Maroon 5's fourth album, "Overexposed".
• - 2014: He won the "Teen Choice Decade Award".
• - 2015: Levine's songs 'Sugar' and 'Feelings' from Maroon 5’s fifth studio album, 'V' were chart-topping numbers.
• - 2016: Levine received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
• - 2017: Released the band’s sixth album, ”Red Pill Blues”.
• - 2019: He left the show "The Voice" after 16 seasons, and continues to make music with Maroon 5.

Notable Awards

• Adam Levine, as a member of Maroon 5 and as an individual artist, has won and been nominated for several notable awards. Here are some key awards he has won:
• Grammy Awards: Maroon 5 won the Best New Artist in 2005. They also won Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for "This Love" in the same year. In 2007, they won the same category for "Makes Me Wonder".
• American Music Awards: Maroon 5 has won several AMAs including Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group in 2004 and 2007, and Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist in 2012, 2013, and 2018.
• Billboard Music Awards: In 2007, Maroon 5 received the Billboard Music Award for Top Hot 100 Artist - Duo/Group. In 2013, they won the award for Top Duo/Group.
• MTV Video Music Awards: Maroon 5's "Sugar" won the Best Pop Video in 2015.
• Teen Choice Awards: Maroon 5 has won several Teen Choice Awards including Choice Music Group in 2017.
• Levine also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017.
• World Music Awards: Maroon 5 won the World's Best Selling American Artist Award in 2004.
• People's Choice Awards: Maroon 5 won the Favorite Band award in 2013 and 2015.
• Kids Choice Awards: Maroon 5 won the Favorite Music Group award in 2013.
• As a coach on "The Voice," Levine has also won three times (Season 1 with Javier Colon, Season 5 with Tessanne Chin, and Season 9 with Jordan Smith). Note that these wins are more of a reflection on his coaching rather than an individual accolade for him.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Adam Levine Song/Album?

Adam Levine, lead vocalist for the pop rock band Maroon 5, has had a number of popular songs and albums, however, "Songs About Jane," Maroon 5's debut album, and the single "Moves Like Jagger" stand out in his career. Released in 2002, "Songs About Jane" was a sleeper hit and eventually reached multi-platinum status in the U.S. Its singles "Harder to Breathe," "This Love," and "She Will Be Loved" are some of Levine’s most well-known tracks. "Moves Like Jagger," a single from their later album "Hands All Over," featuring Christina Aguilera, topped charts worldwide and is one of the best-selling singles of all time. These projects underscore Levine's pop-rock prowess and his knack for catchy, rhythmic music.

How Did Adam Levine Get Famous?

Adam Levine, the lead singer of the band Maroon 5, gained significant fame through a combination of his musical talent and unique performances. The band's debut album "Songs About Jane," released in 2002, achieved major success with multiple hit singles including "Harder to Breathe," "This Love," and "She Will Be Loved," which charted globally. Moreover, Levine's exposure boosted significantly when he appeared as a coach on the popular TV show "The Voice", where he continued to showcase his musical insight and dynamic personality to a wider audience.