Jp Saxe

Jonathan Percy Starker Saxe, professionally known as JP Saxe, was born on March 23, 1993, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He embarked on his musical journey as a singer, musician, and songwriter, ultimately signing with Arista Records. His career gained significant momentum with the 2019 release of “If the World Was Ending,” a collaboration with American singer Julia Michaels, which became a global success. This song not only achieved 4x Platinum status but also garnered a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year in 2021, and earned Saxe the Breakthrough Artist of the Year JUNO award.

Between 2017 and 2018, Saxe released singles such as “Changed,” “Anybody Else,” and “The Few Things.” His debut EP, “Both Can Be True: Part 1,” followed in November 2018. The period from 2019 to 2021 saw the release of his second EP, “Hold It Together,” in February 2020, which charted at number 53 on the Canadian Albums Chart. During the COVID-19 pandemic, a re-release of “If the World Was Ending” featured several prominent artists including Sam Smith, H.E.R., and Niall Horan, with all proceeds benefiting Doctors Without Borders. His debut studio album, “Dangerous Levels of Introspection,” was released on June 25, 2021, reaching number 61 on the Canadian Albums Chart and achieving Gold certification from Music Canada.

Saxe continued his career progression with the release of his sophomore studio album, “A Grey Area,” on September 22, 2023, through Arista Records. This album included collaborations with artists like Camilo, Lizzy McAlpine, and Tiny Habits. In 2023, he also co-wrote “I Don’t Miss You” with John Mayer. Recent releases include the live albums “A Grey Area (Live Sessions)” in February 2024 and “Live on Stage” in June 2024, demonstrating his continued dedication to his craft and audience. His work has amassed over 3 billion streams, and he has toured globally, further solidifying his presence in the international music scene.