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Celebrate Josh Groban’s 41st Birthday With His Top Songs!

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By Kristin Myers on February 27, 2022 at 3:00 PM EST

Singer Josh Groban is turning 41 today!

The American singer-songwriter was born Joshua Winslow Groban in Los Angeles, California, on February 27, 1981. In addition to his vocal talent, he is also an actor, musician, and record producer.

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Josh Groban: Everything You Need To Know

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Josh Groban is well-known for his iconic vocals and has become one of the best-selling artists worldwide with over 25 million records sold internationally as of 2012. His first four solo albums have been certified multi-platinum and he was listed as the number-one best-selling artist in the United States in 2007 after he sold 22.3 million records.

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Although he originally studied acting, he later moved into singing. He attended the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, which is a free public school on the campus of California State University, Los Angeles, where students receive a conservatory-style education. While he was studying there, David Foster asked him to stand in for Andrea Bocelli and rehearse “The Prayer” with Celine Dion for the rehearsal for the 1998 Grammy Awards. Afterward, Rosie O’Donnell immediately invited him to appear on her talk show. A year later, Foster asked him to sing at California Governor Gray Davis’ 1999 inauguration ceremony. He was later cast on “Ally McBeal” by the show’s creator, David E. Kelley, where he performed “You’re Still You” for the season 4 finale in 2001.

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After appearing in two runs of the musical “Chess,” Groban made his Broadway debut in 2016 as Pierre Bezukhov in Natasha, Pierre, & The Great Comet of 1812. His role earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical in 2017. He also earned two Primetime Emmy nominations for his performance at the 72nd Tony Awards. One nomination was for Outstanding Live Variety Special and the other was for Original Music and Lyrics for the song “This One’s For You.”

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Groban has also appeared in several acting roles over the years. He co-starred as Tony Caruso Jr. in the Netflix original series, “The Good Cop” and also appeared in the films “Coffee Town,” “Muppets Most Wanted,” “The Hollars,” and “Crazy Stupid Love.” He also appeared in TV shows like “The Crazy Ones” as Danny Chase and as Walter Bernard Jr. on “The Office.” He also served as the host of “Rising Star.”

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But it’s his legendary singing voice that his fans are celebrating today and fans are celebrating his birthday with all of his hit songs throughout the years. Have a listen!

‘You Raise Me Up’

“My favorite thing about this song is that it means something different to each person who listens to it,” one fan wrote.

“Josh Groban really raises me up with his beautiful voice,” another said. “I could listen to him day in and day out. He is truly exceptional.”

“This song alone has helped me rise out of many episodes of depression,” another commented. “I know Josh has had his own demons to face but I hope he knows that he is helping many with his angelic voice.”

“This song has such a powerful message, listening to it goes straight to the heart,” another wrote.

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‘You Are Loved (Don’t Give Up)’

“You can search the universe for a billion years, but you will never find a voice more beautiful than his....” one fan wrote.

“I would like to thank his parents for bringing such a talented person in this world and raising such a nice and down to earth person,” another commented.

“Such a beautiful song, amazing voice, great music, all accompanied by a beautiful face, he is like an Angel!!” another shared.

“Love josh groban!!” said another. “We need more of these singers who can actually sing in this world!”

‘Angels’

“His voice has always been like a one hug,” one fan wrote.

“Josh, you truly have the voice of an angel,” another commented.

“He has such An Amazing voice,” another shared. “I have been listening to his music for years and it helps me get through the difficult times in my life over the years. Thanks for sharing your music.”

“I have always loved Josh Groban,” another wrote. “No one has a voice that sends goosebumps all through my body like he does.... What an awesome talent.... I am a huge fan.”

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Still Not Enough Josh Groban For You?

It's not enough for us either! Click on the video above to listen to over an hour of Josh Groban's best hit songs!

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