Hozier is an Irish singer-songwriter and musician known for his soulful voice and bluesy sound. His debut single,Take me to church” became a global hit and had a significant impact on the music industry.
His unique voice and thought-provoking lyrics have earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.
Born on March 17, 1990, in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, Hozier has worked his way up from humble beginnings to become a household name in the music industry.
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- Full name: Andrew Hozier-Byrne
- Date of Birth: March 17, 1990
- Age: 34
- Sex: Male
- Birthplace: Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
- Nationality: Irish
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter, musician
- Height: 6 feet 5 inches
- Parents: John and Raine Hozier-Byrne
- Siblings: Jon Hozier-Byrne
- Spouse: No
- Children: None
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $40 million
Early life and education
Hozier, 34, was born on March 17, 1990 in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland. He grew up in a musical family and was exposed to blues and soul music since childhood.
Hozier’s parents, John and Raine Hozier-Byrne, encouraged his love of music and he began playing guitar and singing at the age of 15. He attended St Gerard’s School in Bray and studied music at Trinity College Dublin.
While studying at Trinity College, Hozier was influenced by the works of Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf and Nina Simone, which later formed his unique sound.
Hozier’s early love of music continued throughout his life, and he spent much of his teenage years performing in local bars and clubs.
After dropping out of university, Hozier focused on his music career, performing at open mic nights and gigs in Dublin.
In 2013, he released his first EPTake me to church”, which caught the attention of record labels and led to his signing with Columbia Records.
personal life
Hozier is very private about his personal life, but he has been linked to multiple celebrities, including Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. He has not publicly confirmed any relationships, instead focusing on his music career.
In his spare time, Hozier enjoys reading and listening to music. He is also an advocate for social justice and has participated in several charitable causes, includingHotel Love Manchester“Charity concert.
Profession
Hozier began his music career in 2012, performing at open mic nights and gigs in Dublin. In 2013, he released his debut EP, “Take me to church,” This caught the attention of record companies and led to his signing with Columbia Records.
His debut albumHozier” was released in 2014 and became a global success, reaching number one in many countries. The album included hit singles such as “Take me to church” and “Jackie and Wilson” This further solidified Hozier’s position in the music industry.
In 2019, Hozier released his second album,Badlands, baby!》debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.
This album includes “Nina shouted “Power” and “Shrike” shows Hozier’s growth as a musician and songwriter.
His third albumUnreal excavation” was released in 2023, which topped the Irish Albums Chart and became his first No. 1 album in the UK.
Awards
- Grammy Award nomination for Song of the Year (2015)
- Billboard Music Award for Best Rock Song (2015)
- MTV Europe Music Awards Best New Artist (2014)
net worth
Hozier’s net worth is estimated to be around $40 million, accumulated through his successful music career and touring.
His debut albumHozier” was certified 6x platinum in the United States, and his single “Take me to church” and “Jackie and Wilson” Certified multi-platinum in several countries.
dispute
Hozier has not been involved in any major controversies or scandals. However, he has faced criticism for his lyrics and music videos, which some consider offensive or inappropriate.
In 2014, Hozier’s music video “Take me to church,” Some interpreted it as promoting homosexuality and criticizing the Catholic Church.
Hozier clarified that the video was intended to promote equality, challenge social norms and was not offensive to any particular group.
In 2019, Hozier received theShrike” Some have argued that the song promotes violence against women. Hozier clarified that the song is meant to be a metaphor for the fight for equality and justice, not to promote violence.
Despite these controversies, Hozier still has a loyal fan base and remains a respected figure in the music industry.
social media
- Instagram: @hozier
- Twitter: @Hozier
Discography
- Hozier
- Badlands, baby!
- Unreal excavation
