Pharrell Williams, who is occasionally recognized simply as Pharrell, is a multi-talented American artist involved in various creative fields. He excels as a record producer, rapper, singer, songwriter, and even extends his influence as a fashion designer.
Bio/Wiki
Age-50years
Height- 1.75 m
Weight-68kg
Born- 5 April 1973
Birthplace- Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Full name- Pharrell Lanscilo Williams
Profession- American record producer, rapper, singer, songwriter, and fashion designer.
Spouse- Helen Lasichanh (m. 2013)
Siblings: Pharoah Williams III, Cato Williams, Psolomon Williams, Carrie Parks, Hope Williams, Unitra Laville, David Williams
Nationality-American
Family
Born on April 5, 1973, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Pharrell Lanscilo Williams holds the distinction of being the eldest among three sons of his parents, Carolyn, a teacher, and Pharoah Williams, a handyman. His family’s roots run deep in Virginia and North Carolina, with an interesting historical connection dating back many generations. Remarkably, one of Pharrell’s ancestors made a significant journey to West Africa in 1831, which inspired other relatives to emigrate from the United States to Liberia in 1832.
Wife
Since 2013, Pharrell, the accomplished music producer and singer, has been happily married to Helen Lasichanh. Their love story began in the early 2000s when they first met and developed a close friendship that lasted for two years before they eventually started dating.
Children
In a whirlwind of parenthood, Pharrell Williams found himself becoming a father of four in rapid succession when three of his children entered the world simultaneously. It all began with the birth of his first son, Rocket Williams, born in 2008, with his now-wife Helen Lasichanh. Then, an eventful nine years later, in 2017, the Grammy winner and Louis Vuitton men’s creative director joyfully embraced the arrival of triplets, completing their beautiful family of four children.
Career
In 1999, Pharrell Williams took on the role of lead vocalist in the band N.E.R.D., a group he co-founded with Hugo and drummer Shay Haley. Throughout his illustrious career, he has garnered widespread recognition as one of the most influential and successful music producers of the 21st century, leaving a profound impact on the landscape of modern popular music.
Pharrell’s solo journey began with the release of his debut album, “In My Mind,” in 2006. He continued to make waves in the music industry, producing and being featured in hit songs like “Blurred Lines” alongside T.I. for Robin Thicke, and “Happy,” which became the lead single for the soundtrack of the animated film “Despicable Me 2.” Both tracks soared to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved tremendous success worldwide. In the same year, he collaborated with Daft Punk on their smash hit “Get Lucky,” which earned him Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards. Pharrell’s second album, “Girl,” was released in 2014, adding to his ever-growing musical repertoire.
Recognized for his outstanding contributions to the music industry, Pharrell has been the recipient of numerous accolades and nominations. He has an impressive collection of 13 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical (one as a member of the Neptunes). Moreover, he has earned two Academy Award nominations, one in 2014 for Best Original Song for “Happy” (from “Despicable Me 2”), and another in 2017 for Best Picture as a producer of the film “Hidden Figures.” His remarkable talent and creativity continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Discography
Pharrell Williams’ songs, along with the corresponding albums and soundtracks they were featured in:
- “Happy” – G I R L · 2014
- “Just a Cloud Away” – Despicable Me 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack · 2013
- “Beautiful” – Paid tha Cost to Be da Boss · 2002
- “Down in Atlanta” – Down In Atlanta · 2022
- “Cash In Cash Out” – Cash In Cash Out · 2022
- “Freedom”
- “Hug Me” – Despicable Me 3 · 2017
- “It’s On Again” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “Frontin'” – The Neptunes Present… Clones · 2003
- “Cold War” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “4EVA” – KAYTRAMINÉ · 2023
- “Stay With Me” – Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2 · 2022
- “I Say A Little Prayer” – Sing 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack · 2021
- “You’re That Spider Guy” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “Lemon” – No One Ever Really Dies · 2017
- “I’m Spider-Man” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “1000” – No One Ever Really Dies · 2017
- “Yellow Light” – Despicable Me 3 · 2017
- “My Enemy” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “Come Get It Bae” – G I R L · 2014
- “From tha Chuuuch to da Palace” – Paid tha Cost to Be da Boss · 2002
- “Fun, Fun, Fun” – Despicable Me: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack · 2010
- “Despicable Me” – Despicable Me: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack · 2010
- “She Wants to Move” – Fly or Die · 2004
- “Number One” – In My Mind · 2006
- “Squeeze Me” – Music from The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water · 2015
- “Marilyn Monroe” – G I R L · 2014
- “Gust of Wind” – G I R L · 2014
- “The Electro Suite” – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 · 2014
- “Frontin’” – The Best of in the Lab Volume 1 · 2003
- “LORD FORGIVE ME” – moMINTs · 2022
- “Lapdance” – Swordfish · 2001
Achievement /Awards
- Grammy Award for Album of the Year (2014) – Random Access Memories
- Grammy Award for Best Music Video (2015) – Happy
- Grammy Award for Best Rap Song (2016, 2007) – Alright [Explicit], Money Maker
- Grammy Award for Record of the Year (2014) – Get Lucky
- Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (2014) – Get Lucky
- Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album (2004) – Justified
- Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance (2015) – Happy (Live)
- BET Award for Best Collaboration (2003) – Beautiful
- BET Award for Video of the Year (2014, 2002) – Happy, Pass the Courvoisier, Part II
- Grammy Award for Best Progressive R&B Album (2015) – G I R L
- Grammy Award for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical (2019, 2014)
- Billboard Music Award for Top Hot 100 Song (2014) – Blurred Lines
- Danish Music Award for International Album of the Year (2014) – G I R L
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Male Video (2014) – Sing
- Soul Train Music Award for Best Song of the Year (2014, 2013) – Happy, Blurred Lines
- CFDA Fashion Icon Award (2015)
- BET Hip Hop Award for Best Song of the Year (2018) – APESHIT
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Duo or Group (2014) – Blurred Lines
- Soul Train Music Award for Best Collaboration (2013) – Blurred Lines
- BET Award for Best Male R&B/Pop Artist (2014)
- Billboard Music Award for Top R&B Album (2015) – G I R L
- Brit Award for International Male Solo Artist (2015)
- Billboard Music Award for Top R&B Song (2015, 2014) – Happy, Blurred Lines
- BET Hip Hop Award for Best Producer of the Year (2018)
- Danish Music Award for International Hit of the Year (2014) – Happy
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Male Artist (2016, 2015)
- BET Hip Hop Award for Best Club Banger (2014) – Move That Dope
- iHeartRadio Music Innovator Award (2014)
- Billboard Music Award for Top Radio Song (2014) – Blurred Lines
- Soul Train Music Award for Video of the Year (2014) – Happy
- Billboard Music Award for Top Digital Song (2014) – Blurred Lines
- Porin Award for Best International Song (2014) – Get Lucky
- NRJ Music Award for International Male Artist of the Year (2014)
- People’s Choice Award for Favorite R&B Artist (2015)
- YouTube Music Award (2015)
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Song – Traditional (2017) – I See a Victory
- MTV Australia Award for Best Hip-Hop Video (2006) – Drop It Like It’s Hot
- MTV Africa Music Award for Best International Act (2014)
- Billboard Music Award for Top R&B Artist (2015)
Net Worth 2023
In 2023, Pharrell Williams’ impressive net worth of $250 million stands as a testament to his extraordinary talent, unwavering work ethic, and remarkable versatility.
