History of Carly Rae Jepsen in Timeline

Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian singer and songwriter who gained recognition after finishing third in the fifth season of Canadian Idol in 2007. Prior to this, she focused on musical theatre throughout her education. Her debut album, "Tug of War," with a folk influence, was released in Canada in 2008 and internationally in 2011.

November 21, 1985: Carly Rae Jepsen is Born

Carly Rae Jepsen was born on November 21, 1985.

2004: Canadian College of Performing Arts

Jepsen was admitted into the Canadian College of Performing Arts in 2004.

2007: Canadian Idol and Record Deal

In 2007, Jepsen participated in Canadian Idol and signed a record deal.

June 2008: "Sunshine on My Shoulders" Release

Jepsen released her debut single, a cover of "Sunshine on My Shoulders", in June 2008.

September 2008: Tug of War Canadian Release

Jepsen's debut studio album, Tug of War, was released in Canada in September 2008.

2008: Release of Tug of War

Carly Rae Jepsen released her debut studio album, Tug of War, in 2008, drawing inspiration from folk music artists.

2008: Tug of War Release

Jepsen released her debut album, Tug of War, in Canada in 2008.

2009: Touring Western Canada

Jepsen toured western Canada with Marianas Trench and Shiloh in 2009.

September 2011: "Call Me Maybe" Release

Jepsen released the single "Call Me Maybe" in September 2011.

2011: International Release of Tug of War

Jepsen's debut album, Tug of War, was released internationally in 2011.

February 2012: Curiosity EP Release

Jepsen released the Curiosity EP in Canada in February 2012.

June 2012: "Good Time" Release

Jepsen released the duet "Good Time" with Owl City in June 2012.

September 2012: Kiss Album Release and Endorsements

Jepsen's second studio album, Kiss, was released in September 2012. She also became a spokesperson for Wet Seal and appeared on 90210.

2012: Release of Curiosity and Kiss

Carly Rae Jepsen released her EP Curiosity and second studio album, Kiss, in 2012, influenced by pop and dance music.

2012: "Call Me Maybe" and Kiss

Jepsen's breakthrough single "Call Me Maybe" was released and became a global hit in 2012. Her second album, Kiss, was also released this year.

January 2013: Candie's Spokesperson

Jepsen became a spokesperson for Candie's in January 2013.

March 2013: Boy Scouts Jamboree Withdrawal

In March 2013, Carly Rae Jepsen withdrew from performing at the Boy Scouts of America Jamboree due to their policy on homosexuality.

June 2013: Kiss: The Remix Release and Tour Start

Kiss: The Remix was released in Japan, and Jepsen began The Summer Kiss Tour in June 2013.

July 2013: New Candie's Ads

Jepsen released new ads for Candie's in July 2013.

October 2013: The Summer Kiss Tour Ends

Jepsen concluded The Summer Kiss Tour in October 2013.

June 2014: International Achievement Award

Jepsen won the International Achievement Award at the SOCAN Awards in June 2014.

2014: Broadway Debut

Jepsen made her Broadway debut in Cinderella in 2014.

March 2015: "I Really Like You" Release

Jepsen released the single "I Really Like You" in March 2015.

June 2015: Emotion Album Release

Jepsen's third studio album, Emotion, was released in June 2015.

July 2015: "Run Away with Me" Release

Jepsen released the single "Run Away with Me" in July 2015.

November 2015: Gimmie Love Tour Begins

Jepsen embarked on the Gimmie Love Tour in November 2015.

December 2015: Fuller House Theme Song and "Last Christmas" Cover

Jepsen recorded the theme song for Fuller House and released a cover of "Last Christmas" in December 2015.

2015: Release of Emotion

Carly Rae Jepsen released her third studio album, Emotion, in 2015, inspired by 1980s pop artists.

January 2016: Grease Live!

In January 2016, Carly Rae Jepsen played Frenchy in Fox's live television presentation of the musical Grease. She also performed a new song, "All I Need Is an Angel."

March 2016: Appearance on The Knocks' Album

Carly Rae Jepsen appeared on The Knocks' debut studio album, 55, in March 2016.

August 2016: Release of Emotion: Side B

In August 2016, Carly Rae Jepsen released Emotion: Side B, an EP featuring eight previously unreleased tracks from the Emotion recording sessions.

2016: Television and Film Appearances

Jepsen appeared in Grease: Live and voiced a character in the animated film Ballerina in 2016.

May 2017: Release of "Cut to the Feeling"

Carly Rae Jepsen released the single "Cut to the Feeling" in May 2017. The song was initially intended for her album Emotion but was also included in the animated film Ballerina.

November 2018: Release of "Party for One"

In November 2018, Carly Rae Jepsen released "Party for One," the lead single from her fourth studio album.

February 2019: Release of "Now That I Found You" and "No Drug Like Me"

Carly Rae Jepsen released two more singles, "Now That I Found You" and "No Drug Like Me," in February 2019.

May 17, 2019: Release of Dedicated

Carly Rae Jepsen's fourth studio album, Dedicated, was released on May 17, 2019, with a supporting tour starting in June.

November 2019: NPR Tiny Desk Concert

Carly Rae Jepsen performed an NPR Tiny Desk Concert in November 2019.

2019: Dedicated Release and "OMG" Single

Jepsen released her fourth studio album, Dedicated, and the single "OMG" with Gryffin in 2019.

May 21, 2020: Release of Dedicated Side B

On May 21, 2020, Carly Rae Jepsen released Dedicated Side B, a companion album to Dedicated, featuring twelve additional tracks.

October 2020: Release of "It's Not Christmas Till Somebody Cries"

Carly Rae Jepsen released the Christmas single "It's Not Christmas Till Somebody Cries" in October 2020.

May 6, 2022: Release of "Western Wind"

Carly Rae Jepsen released "Western Wind," the lead single from her sixth studio album, on May 6, 2022. This was also announced at her Coachella performance in May 2022.