David Guetta is a French DJ, record producer, and songwriter who is widely credited with bringing EDM to mainstream pop culture. Known for his high-energy beats and collaborations with top artists, Guetta became one of the most successful and influential DJs in the world. His work helped bridge the gap between pop and dance music, producing global hits that have dominated charts and defined the sound of the 2010s. Guetta’s music is recognized for its catchy hooks, powerful drops, and blend of house, electro, and pop.
David Guetta Career Highlights
2002 Releases debut album Just a Little More Love, which establishes him in the French electronic scene, featuring the hit title track.
2009 Breakthrough album One Love is released, featuring global hits like "When Love Takes Over" (with Kelly Rowland), "Sexy Bitch" (with Akon), and "Memories" (with Kid Cudi). The album propels Guetta to international fame.
2011 Releases Nothing but the Beat, which includes collaborations with artists like Nicki Minaj, Usher, Sia, and will.i.am. The album features hits such as "Titanium," "Without You," and "Turn Me On."
2013 Becomes the first DJ to headline the iTunes Festival in London, showcasing EDM’s rising popularity in mainstream music.
2014 Releases Listen, featuring collaborations with Sia, John Legend, and Nicki Minaj. The album includes the hit "Dangerous" and solidifies his status in global pop and dance music.
2018 Releases 7, a double album featuring collaborations with artists like Anne-Marie, Bebe Rexha, and Jason Derulo. The album also includes a second disc with underground house music under the alias Jack Back.
2020 Hosts "United at Home" live-streamed performances during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising millions of dollars for charity while performing DJ sets from iconic locations worldwide.
2021 Wins the title of "World's No. 1 DJ" by DJ Mag, a title he previously held in 2011.
David Guetta Band - Collaborations
Known for extensive collaborations with major pop and hip-hop artists, including Sia, Rihanna, Usher, Nicki Minaj, Akon, and Kelly Rowland.
Frequently works with songwriters and producers like Giorgio Tuinfort and Fred Rister, bringing a polished, radio-friendly sound to EDM.
David Guetta Grammy Awards
2011 Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical for "When Love Takes Over" (Electro Extended Mix)
2011 Nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album for One Love
2012 Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical for "Revolver" (Madonna vs. David Guetta One Love Remix)
3 Most Famous David Guetta Songs
- Titanium (featuring Sia)
- When Love Takes Over (featuring Kelly Rowland)
- Sexy Bitch (featuring Akon)
David Guetta Scandal/Gossip/Trivia
2012 Guetta faces criticism for performing with prerecorded sets, sparking debates on the authenticity of live DJ performances in the EDM community.
2020 His "United at Home" livestreams raise over $1.5 million for COVID-19 relief, with performances from locations like the Burj Al Arab in Dubai and the Louvre in Paris.
2021 David Guetta becomes one of the first DJs to enter the NFT space, selling a unique track as an NFT, exploring the potential of digital music ownership.
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