Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth, born Charles Otto Puth Jr. on December 2, 1991, in Rumson, New Jersey, is a singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his exceptional musical talent and perfect pitch. He grew up in a musical household and began learning piano at age four. He attended the Manhattan School of Music’s pre-college program as a teenager and later graduated from the Berklee College of Music with a degree in music production and engineering. His formal musical training sets him apart from many of his pop contemporaries.

Puth first gained attention through YouTube, where he posted covers and original songs, amassing millions of views. His big break came in 2015 when he was featured on Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again,” a tribute to Paul Walker from the Furious 7 soundtrack. The song spent 12 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the most-viewed videos on YouTube. His debut album, Nine Track Mind, followed in 2016 and included the hit “One Call Away.” His second album, Voicenotes (2018), was a critical and commercial improvement, featuring the smash hit “Attention.”

Puth experienced a major career resurgence through TikTok and social media in the early 2020s, where his music production videos and demonstrations of his perfect pitch went viral, reaching hundreds of millions of views. This led to renewed interest in his music and helped propel his third album, Charlie (2022), which featured the hit single “Light Switch.” His ability to leverage social media and showcase his musical abilities in an entertaining format made him one of the most followed musicians on TikTok.

With an estimated net worth of $25 million in 2026, Charlie Puth earns from multiple revenue streams including music sales, streaming, songwriting and production for other artists, touring, and his massive social media presence. He has written and produced songs for artists like Maroon 5, Jason Derulo, and Meghan Trainor. His perfect pitch and deep understanding of music theory have made him a respected figure in the music production community, and he continues to release music that resonates with audiences worldwide.