Shawn Mendes is a Canadian singer-songwriter born on August 8, 1998, in Pickering, Ontario. He gained fame in 2013 by posting song covers on the social media platform Vine. His debut album, Handwritten, released in 2015, included the hit single "Stitches," which helped establish him as a prominent figure in pop music. Mendes is known for his heartfelt lyrics and acoustic sound, often playing the guitar during performances. He has received several awards, including American Music Awards and MTV Video Music Awards, and has collaborated with artists like Camila Cabello and Tori Kelly.