Nathan Sykes rose to fame as a member of the British pop group The Wanted, which was formed in 2010. However, prior to joining the group, Sykes had already gained recognition through his participation in various singing competitions. In 2008, he appeared on the fifth series of the ITV talent show "The X Factor," where he made it to the live shows as part of a duo called "Times Red." Although the group did not win, their performances attracted attention and helped Sykes establish a fan base.
2. Success with The Wanted
The Wanted quickly gained popularity after their formation in 2010. The group's debut single, "All Time Low," reached number one on the UK Singles Chart, and their self-titled debut album was certified double platinum in the UK. They released several more successful singles, including "Glad You Came," "Lightning," and "Walks Like Rihanna," which further increased their fame.
3. Solo career
In 2013, Sykes announced his departure from The Wanted to pursue a solo career. He released his debut solo single, "Kiss Me Quick," in June 2013, and it peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart. Sykes then collaborated with pop singer Ariana Grande on the song "Almost Is Never Enough," which was included on Grande's album "My Everything." The success of these releases helped solidify Sykes's status as a solo artist.
4. Collaborations and songwriting
In addition to his own solo work, Sykes has also collaborated with other artists and has written songs for various projects. He co-wrote the song "More Than Words" for Little Mix, which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum. Sykes has also worked with artists such as Demi Lovato, G.R.L., and Sabrina Carpenter, among others. These collaborations and songwriting credits further expanded his reach and established his skills as both a performer and a songwriter.