Charlie Green (singer)
| Charlie Green | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Charlie Green |
| Born | 16 February 1997 |
| Origin | Droitwich, Worcestershire, England |
| Genres | Jazz, pop, swing, adult contemporary |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actor |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano, trumpet, cornet, bass guitar |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels |
Star (2008-2010) Viva (Philippines, 2010–present) Universal (Rest of Asia, 2010–present) 19 Music (2010-12) |
| Associated acts | Sarah Geronimo, Billy Crawford, Mark Bautista, Faryl Smith, Andrew Johnston, Christian Bautista, Rachelle Ann Go |
| Website | Official Website |
Charlie Green (born 16 February 1997) is an English-Filipino singer from Droitwich, Worcestershire, England. Green is best known for appearing on the second series of Britain's Got Talent in 2008. After the show, Green signed a record deal with Star Records and released his debut album, Charlie Green. He has since toured the U.S. and embarked on promotional tours in Asia. In February 2010, Green signed a two-year recording contract and agency with Viva Records. Green will be touring various countries to promote the album.
Green was born on 16 February 1997 in Droitwich, Worcestershire to Roger Green who is English and Cecilia Sumargo who is Filipino Spanish. He first performed in front of an audience at the age of 2 on a cruise ship. He asked for the microphone, got on stage and sang New York, New York and when he was 5, he performed at the Royal Opera House. When Green was 8, he was invited, by the ‘Not Forgotten’ Association for ex-servicemen, to perform at their annual concert at St James’ Palace. The highlight of his day was being presented to HRH The Princess Royal. In fall 2007, Cedric Whitehouse produced the song "Hands Around the World" for Green which was used to raise money and increase awareness of muscular dystrophy. The song topped the chart of iTunes during the Christmas holidays, and is also featured on his debut album.
In his audition, which was televised on 19 April 2008, Green sang Frank Sinatra's "Summer Wind," and received a standing ovation from the audience. Amanda Holden predicted he could win the show. Simon Cowell gave highly positive comments, dubbing Green 'a little star'. Piers Morgan said Green "has it all". He received three yes votes from the judges. Eventually, he was put through to the live shows.
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