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Carly Rae Jepsen
Carly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian pop singer and songwriter, born on November 21, 1985. She gained widespread attention after participating in the third season of the Canadian Idol singing competition, and has since released multiple albums. Her hit single 'Call Me Maybe' became a global phenomenon. Jepsen is known for her sweet voice and pop music style. more

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