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Israel Cruz
Musical artist From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Israel Cruz is an Australian singer-songwriter and record producer.[1] Cruz was born in Quezon City, Philippines and at the age of 3 moved to Melbourne, Australia with his family. He lives in Sydney, Australia with friends and has written and performed with Australian singer Stan Walker.[2]
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Career
His single, "Party Up", was released as a digital download and an extended play.[3][4] It peaked at number 33 on the Australian Singles Chart, becoming Cruz's highest-charting single since 2004's "Old Skool Luv".[5] "Party Up" was certified Gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) for shipping 35,000 copies.[6] Regarding the song's reception, Cruz stated in an interview with Dominic Di Francesco of Rhyme and Reason: "I feel like it’s been good. For me, it’s not about having a No.1 record. I focus on making good music that the people like. I’ve seen so many artists have so much more than me [with regards to] the deals that they get. But I haven’t needed a job since about 2004. I’ve learnt how to make money off music. I just love putting out records and I love the response "Party Up" has been getting. I feel like I'm always going to be the guy who makes these street anthems. One day, if it crosses over, thank God. But my thing is making music I like, putting it out and if the people love it – great!"[7]
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Discography
Albums
Singles
Featured singles
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Songwriting credits
- Elen Levon
- Jessica Mauboy
- "Been Waiting" (co-wrote, produced)[17]
- "What Happened to Us" (co-wrote, co-produced)[18]
- Ricki-Lee Coulter
- Stan Walker
- Scarlett Belle
- "Lover Boy" (also produced)[21]
- Tinchy Stryder
Awards and nominations
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References
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