Adam Levine facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Adam Levine
Levine in 2016
Born	Adam Noah Levine (1979-03-18) March 18, 1979 (age 46) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Singer musician songwriter television personality
Years active	1994–present
Spouse(s)	Behati Prinsloo ​ (m. 2014)​
Children	3
Relatives	Timothy Noah (uncle) Peter Noah (uncle)
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop rock pop funk rock soft rock
Instruments	Vocals guitar keyboards
Labels	J A&M Octone Interscope 222 Reprise
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Adam Noah Levine (born March 18, 1979) is an American musician. He is best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the pop rock band Maroon 5. He is also the only member who has been with the band since the very beginning.

Adam Levine started his music journey in 1994 with a band called Kara's Flowers. He was the lead singer and lead guitarist. Their first album, The Fourth World, did not sell well. In 2001, the band changed its name to Maroon 5. James Valentine joined as the new lead guitarist.

In 2002, Maroon 5 released their first album, Songs About Jane. It became very popular in the US. Since then, they have released six more albums. These include It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2007) and Jordi (2021). As part of Maroon 5, Adam Levine has won many awards, including three Grammy Awards. He also had success as a solo artist. His song "Stereo Hearts" with Gym Class Heroes was a big hit in 2011.

From 2011 to 2019, Adam Levine was a coach on the TV show The Voice. He is set to return to the show in 2025. Winners from his team include Javier Colon (season 1) and Jordan Smith (season 9). In 2012, he started acting in the TV series American Horror Story. He also appeared in movies like Begin Again (2013). Adam Levine has his own fragrance line and a clothing collection. He also owns a record label, 222 Records, and a production company, 222 Productions.

Adam Levine's Early Life

Adam Noah Levine was born on March 18, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. His father, Fredric Levine, started a retail store chain. His mother, Patsy Levine, worked as an admissions counselor. His parents separated when he was seven years old. Adam spent weekdays with his mother and weekends with his father. He has a younger brother.

Adam Levine's father and grandfather were Jewish. His grandmother was a Protestant. Adam is Jewish. He describes his family as very musical. He says his mother helped him start his music path. He also credits artists like Simon & Garfunkel and The Beatles for shaping his music style.

Adam went to Brentwood School. There, he met Jesse Carmichael and Mickey Madden. They would later become his bandmates. He loved music in high school. He felt music was his main focus.

Kara's Flowers: The First Band

In February 1994, Adam Levine and his friends Jesse Carmichael, Mickey Madden, and Ryan Dusick formed a band called Kara's Flowers. In 1995, they played their first show at the Whisky a Go Go club in West Hollywood. Adam was the singer and guitarist.

An independent producer named Tommy Allen discovered the band. They recorded an 11-song album. They later signed with Reprise Records. In August 1997, the band released their first album, The Fourth World. They also appeared on the TV show Beverly Hills, 90210.

Despite high hopes, the album did not sell well. Reprise Records decided to drop the band. Adam later said that the band tried to become famous too quickly.

Maroon 5: A New Beginning

After Kara's Flowers broke up, Adam Levine and Jesse Carmichael moved to New York for college. Adam said this time helped him discover hip-hop and R&B music. They left college after one semester. They reunited with Mickey Madden and Ryan Dusick to form a new band.

They tried different music styles, like country and folk. They decided to focus on groove-based music. The band made a demo, but many record labels rejected it. Finally, Octone Records showed interest. The label suggested adding a fifth member, James Valentine. The band was then renamed Maroon 5.

Adam Levine was working as a writer's assistant for a TV show called Judging Amy. While working, he wrote songs about his ex-girlfriend. These songs became part of Maroon 5's first album, Songs About Jane, released in June 2002. The album slowly became popular. It sold about 10 million copies and was a top-selling album in 2004.

In 2005, Maroon 5 won their first Grammy Award for Best New Artist. The next year, they won another Grammy for their song "This Love".

Levine performing with Maroon 5 in 2007

In 2006, the band started recording again. In May 2007, Maroon 5 released their second album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long. Adam described it as a much better album. They went on a tour to support the album. The album and its songs received Grammy nominations.

After a world tour, the band started recording their third album in 2009. They worked with producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange. Adam said Lange made him work very hard. In 2010, Maroon 5 released Hands All Over. The album did not do as well as expected at first.

Then, the band released "Moves like Jagger" with Christina Aguilera. Adam called it a "risk." The song became a huge worldwide hit. It was one of the best-selling digital songs of 2011. Adam later said the song "totally revived the band."

Levine performing at the opening night of the Honda Civic Tour 2013

Because "Moves Like Jagger" was a success, Maroon 5 worked with other writers for their next album, Overexposed. Adam said it was their most dance-focused album. The album and its first song "Payphone" received Grammy nominations. The band toured from 2012 to 2014 to support Overexposed.

In 2014, Maroon 5 released their fifth album, V (pronounced "five"). They continued working with the same songwriters. Adam said they found songs they loved and made them their own. Five songs were released from this album. The band started their Maroon V Tour in 2015.

In 2007, Adam had thought Maroon 5 might stop making music after one more album. But in 2010, he said the band had no plans to break up. He also said he would never have a solo career. On February 10, 2017, Adam Levine received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This honored his contributions to music.

Other Activities and Projects

Musical Collaborations

Levine (right) with bandmate Jesse Carmichael in 2007

Adam Levine has worked with many other musicians. In 2005, he was featured on a song called "Live Again" by Ying Yang Twins. The same year, he appeared on Kanye West's album Late Registration for the song "Heard 'Em Say". He also sang on Alicia Keys' album Alicia Keys: MTV Unplugged.

In 2009, he recorded "Gotten" for Slash's first solo album. In 2010, he was one of many musicians who sang on the charity song "We Are the World 25 for Haiti". In 2011, he was featured on the Gym Class Heroes song "Stereo Hearts". Adam also worked with 50 Cent on his song "My Life" in 2012.

In 2015, Adam Levine was featured on "Painkiller" by Rozzi Crane and "Locked Away" by R. City. In 2016, he worked with The Lonely Island on "I'm So Humble" for the movie Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. In 2019, he was part of the charity song "Earth" to raise awareness about climate change. He also collaborated with actor and musician Joe Pesci on two songs.

In 2020, Adam Levine was featured on "Trust Nobody" with Lil Wayne and "Same Guy" by Jack Harlow. He also sang for Maroon 5's song "She Will Be Loved" in the game Band Hero. Adam has contributed songs to movie soundtracks, including "Lost Stars" for Begin Again and "Go Now" for Sing Street.

Television, Film, and Media Appearances

Adam Levine has made several funny appearances on TV. In 2007, he was on Saturday Night Live in a short video. He sang a humorous song for Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. In 2008, he performed on "Night of Too Many Stars" for Comedy Central. He also supported Barack Obama in the 2008 election.

In 2013, he hosted Saturday Night Live. He appeared with Kendrick Lamar in a digital short called "YOLO". He also played Freddie Mercury on SNL in 2014.

From 2011 to 2019, Adam Levine was a coach on The Voice. His team members who won were Javier Colon (season 1), Tessanne Chin (season 5), and Jordan Smith (season 9). The Voice helped Maroon 5's career and made Adam more popular. He is returning to The Voice for its 27th season in 2025.

In 2012, Adam appeared in American Horror Story: Asylum. He played Leo Morrison, a photographer visiting an old asylum. He said he wanted to do it because it sounded "fun" and "dark."

In June 2012, Adam Levine was cast in the movie Begin Again. He played Dave Kohl, a songwriter. The film was well-received by critics.

222 Productions: Creating Shows

In 2013, Adam Levine started his own production company, 222 Productions. Their first project was Sugar (2018). This web series was inspired by the Maroon 5 song "Sugar". It shows music artists surprising fans at events.

The company also produced a reality competition show called Songland. It premiered on NBC in May 2019. Adam Levine was an executive producer for the show.

Business Ventures and Endorsements

Levine playing the First Act 222 Guitar, which he helped design

In October 2008, Adam Levine worked with First Act to create the First Act 222 Guitar. It was sold in Target stores. Two years later, he launched his own fashion line called "222." It includes jeans, T-shirts, and leather jackets. He worked with his father and cousin on this project.

In June 2011, Adam Levine joined a campaign to raise awareness about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The project was called "Own It." Adam was diagnosed with ADHD as a teenager. He wrote an article about his experience in ADDitude Magazine.

Adam Levine started his own record label, 222 Records, in February 2012. He wanted to sign new artists. The first singer he signed was Rozzi Crane. Other artists include Matthew Morrison and Tony Lucca.

In September 2012, Adam worked with the clothing company Bench in the Philippines. They launched a menswear collection. In January 2013, he partnered with Sears Holdings to create a lifestyle brand. This included clothing and accessories sold at Kmart stores and online. Adam said he liked having creative control over the designs. He also became a spokesperson for Proactiv, a skincare brand.

In February 2013, Adam Levine launched his own fragrance line. The perfumes for men and women are sold in microphone-shaped bottles. In January 2020, he became an ambassador for Shure wireless earphones and headphones.

In July 2020, Adam Levine and his wife, Behati Prinsloo, worked with Ferrari and Save the Children. They raised money to support education programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, they started their own tequila company called Calirosa.

Adam Levine's Musical Style

Adam Levine's interest in music began around age ten when he started playing guitar. He found music to be a way to express his feelings. He played his first professional show at The Troubadour when he was twelve. He was so nervous that he played with his back to the audience.

Growing up, he was influenced by many artists. These included The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Nirvana. In high school, he listened to Bob Marley and Stevie Wonder. He has also used elements from The Police and Prince in his music. Adam loves all kinds of music, from pop to jazz.

Listening to "Are You That Somebody?" by Aaliyah inspired him to explore a more soulful sound. Moving to New York introduced him to hip-hop, R&B, and gospel. He changed his music style, often trying to sound like Stevie Wonder. Maroon 5's first album, Songs About Jane, was described as "bluesy funk."

Adam does not like to put his music into one specific genre. He says there is too much variety in music to stick to one style. He writes songs about common themes like love and relationships. He tries to be direct with his lyrics.

Levine performing in Sydney, Australia in February 2019

Adam Levine has a wide vocal range. He is known for his falsetto singing. Critics have praised his voice, calling it "R&B-slick" and "soulful." Reviewers also note his energetic stage presence.

Adam's popularity has made him a "stand-alone star." Some say this has put other Maroon 5 members in the background. However, others believe his fame has helped the band. Their guitarist, James Valentine, said Adam's vocals are central to their music. Adam says the band decided he should be the frontman to help them succeed.

Adam Levine's Personal Life

In early 2010, Adam Levine met model Anne Vyalitsyna. They dated for a while but ended their relationship in April 2012.

In May 2012, Adam began dating Behati Prinsloo, a model from Namibia. They got married on July 19, 2014. Jonah Hill, a childhood friend of Adam's, officiated the wedding. Adam and Behati have two daughters, Dusty Rose (born September 21, 2016) and Gio Grace (born February 15, 2018). They also welcomed their third child, a son, on January 28, 2023.

Adam Levine and Jonah Hill have been friends since they were young. Adam has also been friends with actress Kate Hudson since they were teenagers.

Adam Levine supports gay rights. In 2011, he made a video for the It Gets Better Project. This project supports young people who are struggling. In 2012, Maroon 5 changed a show location because the original venue supported a law against gay marriage. Adam has a gay brother.

In July 2020, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo worked with Ferrari and Save the Children. They raised money for education programs in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, they started a tequila company called Calirosa.

Discography

Singles as an Artist

Guest Appearances

Songwriting Credits

Videography

As Lead Artist

As Featured Artist

Cameo Appearances

Filmography

Film Roles

Television Roles

Web Series

Other Works

Music Videos

Producer Roles

Miscellaneous Crew

Video Games

Awards and Nominations

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  Levine in 2016

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