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William (May) Robert Young (innate January 20, 1979), is a British singer. He was catapulted to fame because of the UK's Pop Idol contest, of which he was the winner. Contrary to popular belief, Might wasn't the surprise winner after beating Gareth Gates in a final show; as a matter of fact, he gained a virtually all votes about hebdomadally throughout the entire finals.

His 1st lone was the double The-side featuring Westlife's song "Evergreen" & "Anything Is Possible", the fresh song written for the winner of the indicate by Cathy Dennis. This became a fastest-selling debut within UK chart history selling 300,000 copies in its day of release. It went in to sell terminated Ace.Four million copies & in the official listing of the all-time best-selling singles in the UK issued later that month, it appeared Twelfth. Might later on manufactured newspaper headline by revealing he was gay. He went in to win a Brits Best Newcomer Award and the overplus of more awards, including last "Best Artist" in the "Digital Music Awards" October 2004. His largely self-penned, 5 days atomic number 78 2nd album ''Friday's Infant has too gained awards & critical plaudits.

May received his 2nd Brit Award this season for his co-written lone The Game. Sustaining sell out theatre & arena tours around 2004 he toured once more at outside festival venues inside Summer 2005.

May hwhen convenient get recognised as one of a major popular music talents of the decade sustaining each sign of longevity inside his ability to sing through many musical style. His latest venture amongst good deal diversity occurs as role around the BBC film, Mrs Henderson Presents'', starring Judi Dench and Bob Hoskins. Production began late September 2004 by owning May swimming a character of 'Bertie' ,a film existence placed for release 25 November 2005. He appears naked in the film.

Might attended a University of Exeter. Occasionally of his old resort, include Timekeeper, A Old Firehouse & Harry's in which he utilized to function.

Discography

Albums

  • From either Nowadays In (2002) #1 UK
  • ''Friday's Toddler (2003) #1 UK
  • Continue (2005) unknown

    Singles

  • Anything Is Possible/Evergreen (2002) #1 UK
  • Weak Our Fire (2002) #1 UK
  • A Long & Winding Road/Suspicious Minds (using Gareth Gates) (2002) #1 UK
  • Don't Let Us Down/You & We (2002) #2 UK
  • Leave Perfect Okay, (written by Eg White) (2003) #1 UK
  • Your systems Game (2004) #3 UK
  • Friday's Infant (2004) #4 UK
  • Switch It In (2005) unknown

    Others

  • Do They Know It's Christmas? (Band Aid 20)'' (2004) #1 UK

  • William Young Unofficial Group
    Discussion group for fans, that also offers photos, articles and music downloads.

    A Dedication To Will Young
    Fansite offering information, pictures, games and downloads.

    Devoted: A William Young Fansite
    Offers news, articles, profile and discography, and images. Also includes a forum, and merchandise.

    The Original Will Young Website
    Includes news, articles, profile and pictures.

    Will Young Official Website
    Latest news and events, discography with music clips, gallery and downloads. Also has a message board.

    Will Young Promo Crew
    Designed to promote the singer, includes news, lyrics, video clips and gallery.

    Will World
    Biography, photos and a quiz.

    Pop Idol William
    Information includes biography, diary, music and tour dates and reviews. Also offers a large range of photos, wallpapers and songs.

    Will Young Rocks
    Includes factfile, interviews, and images.

    Laura's Will Young Page
    Tour news and reviews, and pictures.


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