Calum Scott is an English singer‑songwriter from Kingston upon Hull, born on 12 October 1988, who first became widely known after appearing on Britain’s Got Talent in 2015. He is best known for his emotional vocal style and hit ballads such as his cover of “Dancing on My Own” and the original song “You Are the Reason,” which significantly boosted his international profile.
Who he is
Calum Scott built his career after a breakout Golden Buzzer audition on Britain’s Got Talent, where his performance turned into a viral success and led to a recording contract. Before that, he had won a local talent contest in Hull and performed in projects including a Maroon 5 tribute band and an electronic duo called The Experiment.
Music and albums
His debut album, Only Human (2018), features “You Are the Reason” and showcases a mix of pop ballads and mid‑tempo tracks focused on love and vulnerability. He followed it with Bridges (2022) and later with his third album Avenoir (2025), which he has described publicly as his most confident work to date.
Notable songs and collaborations
Key songs associated with him include:
- “Dancing on My Own” – his stripped‑back cover became a UK hit and the country’s best‑selling single of summer 2016.
- “You Are the Reason” – a global ballad hit, later re‑released as a duet with Leona Lewis.
- A re‑imagined duet of “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” using Whitney Houston’s original vocals, released around the Avenoir era.
Tours and TV roles
Scott has headlined multiple tours, including the Only Human Tour (2018), the Bridges World Tour (2022), and The Avenoir Tour (scheduled across 2025–2026). He has also appeared as a coach on The Voice of Germany , expanding his presence on European television beyond his original talent‑show roots.
Quick comparison snapshot
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Nationality| English singer‑songwriter from Kingston upon Hull.13
Breakthrough| 2015 Britain’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer audition.14
Biggest hits| “Dancing on My Own”, “You Are the Reason”.123
Albums| Only Human (2018), Bridges (2022), Avenoir (2025).15
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