Chris Martin
Chris Martin, Coldplay's frontman, captivates with his soulful voice and poetic lyrics, earning accolades like 7 Grammys and an Oscar.
Rock Singer
March 2, 1977
Pisces
48
London, England
Chris Martin, born on March 2, 1977, in Exeter, Devon, England, is an English singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band Coldplay. Displaying a passion for music from an early age, Martin learned to play the piano at the age of four. He attended the prestigious Sherborne School, where he met future Coldplay bandmates Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion.
In 1996, Martin and Buckland formed the band Pectoralz, which later became Coldplay. The band’s debut album, “Parachutes,” released in 2000, propelled them to international fame with hits like “Yellow” and “Trouble.” Since then, Coldplay has released nine studio albums, including “A Rush of Blood to the Head” (2002), “X&Y” (2005), “Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends” (2008), and “Mylo Xyloto” (2011). The band has won numerous accolades, including seven Grammy Awards, nine Brit Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award.
In 2019, Coldplay released their eighth studio album, “Everyday Life,” which featured the singles “Orphans” and “Arabesque.” The band embarked on a world tour in support of the album, performing in various countries across the globe. In 2021, Coldplay collaborated with South Korean boy band BTS on the single “My Universe,” which became a global hit. The band is currently working on their ninth studio album, expected to be released in 2023.
Chris Martin married actress Gwyneth Paltrow in 2003, and they have two children together, Apple and Moses. The couple announced their separation in 2014 and finalized their divorce in 2016. In 2017, Martin began dating actress Dakota Johnson.
As a multi-instrumentalist, Martin is proficient in playing guitar, piano, keyboards, harmonica, and accordion. He is also a skilled songwriter, having written or co-written all of Coldplay’s songs. Martin is known for his philanthropic efforts, supporting various charities and causes, including Oxfam and the Global Poverty Project. He is also an advocate for environmental sustainability and has spoken out about the importance of reducing carbon emissions.
With his exceptional musical talent and meaningful contributions to the music industry, Chris Martin continues to captivate audiences worldwide. As the lead singer of Coldplay, he is known for his soulful voice and poetic lyrics, earning numerous awards such as seven Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
