On December 22, 1993, Meghan Trainor was born to Gary and Kelli Trainor in Nantucket, Massachusetts. She began singing at her local church at just 6 years old. Her big break came in 2014 with her debut single, “All About That Bass,” which soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. This success launched her music career, and she followed up with other hits like “Like I’m Gonna Lose You,” “NO,” and “Lips Are Movin.”
December 22 is also a special day for other artists. In 1989, Jordin Sparks was born in Phoenix, Arizona. She gained fame with hits like “No Air” featuring Chris Brown and won American Idol at 17, becoming the youngest winner in the show’s history.
Latto was born in 1998 in Columbus, Ohio. She gained recognition after winning The Rap Game and had a hit with “Big Energy,” which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. Her collaboration with Jung Kook from BTS, “Seven,” also topped the charts.
In 2000, Madonna married Guy Ritchie in Scotland. They had two sons but divorced in 2008 after a lengthy custody battle.
Dave Dudley, known for hits like “Six Days on the Road,” passed away in 2003. In 2006, Mashonda Tifrere and Swizz Beatz welcomed their son, Kasseem Dean Jr. They divorced in 2010.
Finally, in 2014, Joe Cocker died from lung cancer at 70. He had a remarkable career with hits like “You Are So Beautiful” and “Up Where We Belong.”
December 22 is a memorable date for music lovers. Check back tomorrow for more music news!
