Pantelis Pantelidis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pantelis Pantelidis Παντελής Παντελίδης
Pantelis Pantelidis on stage
Background information
Born	(1983-11-23)23 November 1983 Athens, Greece
Origin	Nea Ionia, Greece
Died	18 February 2016(2016-02-18) (aged 32) Elliniko, Greece
Genres	Laiko
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter, lyricist
Years active	2012–2016
Associated acts	Eleni Chatzidou Amaryllis Yannis Ploutarchos Paola

Pantelis Pantelidis (Greek: Παντελής Παντελίδης; born November 23, 1983 – died February 18, 2016) was a very popular Greek singer, songwriter, and lyricist. He became famous for his unique voice and songs, which he often shared on YouTube. Sadly, he passed away in a car accident in 2016.

Life and Music Career

Pantelis Pantelidis was born on November 23, 1983, in Athens, Greece. He grew up in a suburb called Nea Ionia. Before becoming a music star, Pantelis worked in the Hellenic Navy. He was a non-commissioned officer, but he decided to leave that career to follow his dream of making music.

Pantelis taught himself how to play music. He became well-known by sharing his music videos on YouTube. People loved his songs, and he quickly became famous. After his YouTube success, Pantelis signed a contract with a record company. He released four albums that were very popular.

He also worked with many other Greek artists. Pantelis won several awards at the MAD Video Music Awards in Greece. He was named "best new artist" in 2013. In 2015, he won "best Greek male singer." He won this award again in 2016, after he had passed away. His family and friends accepted the award for him.

YouTube Success Story

Pantelis Pantelidis started writing his own songs when he was young. He would film himself singing and playing his acoustic guitar. He sent these videos to his friends and family. They then posted them on YouTube.

In 2012, Pantelis released a video of his song, Den Tairiazete Sou Lew. This video quickly became very popular. It reached over one million views in a short time. This huge success led to him getting a contract with a big Greek record company. His first album, released in 2012, sold so well that it went double-platinum.

His Passing

On February 18, 2016, Pantelis Pantelidis died in a car accident in Athens. He was 32 years old. The accident happened on Vouliagmenis Avenue. Two women were also in the car with him. Both of them survived the accident, but they had serious injuries. His death was a big shock to his fans and the music world.

After his death, two of his songs, "Ta Shinia Sou" and "Pino Apo 'Ki Psila Gia Sena," reached the number one spot on the Billboard "Greece Digital Songs" chart. Many of his pre-recorded songs were released after he passed away. These songs also became very popular, with millions of views on YouTube. For example, the song Thimamai has been viewed over 30 million times.

Music Albums

Pantelis Pantelidis released several albums and singles during his career and after his death.

Studio Albums

• Alkoolikes oi Nyxtes (2012)
• Ouranio toxo pou tou Lypane dyo Xromata (2013)
• Panselinos kai kati A' Meros Eis-Pnoi (2014)
• Panselinos kai kati B' Meros Ek-Pnoi (2015)

CD Singles

• I agapi einai thyella -with Vasilis Karras Paola Foka-(2012)
• Gia Ton Idio Anthropo Milame -with Vasilis Karras-(2012)
• Tis Kardias mou to grammeno (2015)
• Thimamai (2016)
• Alli Mia Efkeria (2016)
• Karavia Ston Vytho + Alli mia efkeria (2017)
• Kako skyli (Valentino Remix) (2017)
• Na 'sai kala (2017)

Compilations

• 2 Nea Tragoudia Ginetai+Alkoolikes oi nyxtes (2013)
• Panselinos kai kati Eis-pnoi + Ek-pnoi (2015)
• Gia panta (Best of) (2016)

Songs Released After His Death

Many of Pantelis Pantelidis's songs were released after he passed away. These songs continued to be very popular with his fans.

• On June 26, 2016, Thimamai (I remember) was released. It has over 33 million views on YouTube.
• On December 14, 2016, Alli mia eykeria (One more chance) was released. A music video with old footage of Pantelis was made for this song. It has over 26 million views.
• On February 18, 2017, one year after his death, Karavia Sto Vitho was released. It quickly reached 16 million views.
• On October 27, 2017, Tha zo (I'll live) was released. Pantelis wrote this song, and Amaryllis sang it.
• On December 1, 2017, Na se kala (Be well) was released. This video quickly gained millions of views.
• On May 25, 2018, the song Pali Pali (Again again) was released. It received millions of views within days.
• On December 20, 2018, two more songs were released: Kane ta panta apopse (Do everything tonight) and Ax kai na'ksera pou na'sai (Oh if I just knew where you are).

Awards and Recognition

Pantelis Pantelidis received many awards for his music.

Songs Written for Other Artists

Pantelis Pantelidis was a talented songwriter. He wrote songs for other artists too.

• Xeirotera by Eleni Xatzidou
• Tora sernese by Paola
• Diatages by Amarillis
• O kainourios erotas sou by Eirini Papadopoulou
• Narkopedio I zoi moy by Giannis ploutarxos