Zee Might Lose Her Balloons: My Bruno Mars

When Bruno Mars, also known by his real name, Peter Hernandez, was younger, he had a clear musical talent. He learned from the greatest musicians in a unique way; he WAS them. Starting at age 4, Bruno Mars joined his uncle's band as a young Elvis impersonator. Throughout high school, he continued to impersonate famous stars until his uncle finally convinced him to move to L.A. upon graduation.

Like most, Bruno Mars struggled to find work when he first arrived. He eventually met a songwriter named Phillip Lawrence, and the two called themselves The Smeezingtons. Lawrence convinced Mars to try writing for other artists, and together they wrote the song "Long Distance" for Brandy. That put them on the map, and they began writing for other top artists, soon hitting #1 with Flo Rida's "Right Round." Following that, Mars decided to do more than just write.

In 2010, Bruno Mars teamed up with B.o.B. for the song "Nothing on You" -- which they performed for Ellen. It hit #1 and was certified 2x platinum. At the beginning of October, he released his debut album, "Doo-Wops & Hooligans." His first single, "Just the Way You Are," hit #1 and has sold over a million digital downloads. He stopped by to perform it just for Ellen.

this is a lil bit more about him :) He was born on October 8,1985.,He was born and raised in the Waikiki neighborhood of HONOLULU,Hawaii.,His dad's name is Pete and his mama's name is Bernadette "Bernie" Hernandez, He's Puerto Rican and Filipino descent.How cool is that.,huh huh., :) At the age of two he was nicknamed 'Bruno' by his father, because he was a chubby baby and because there was a famous chubby wrestler at the time called Bruno Sammartino. Hernandez was one of six children and came from a musical family giving him a diverse mix of reggae, rock, hip hop, and R&B.From a young age, he was impersonating and performing songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Elvis Prestley,The Isley Brother, and The temptations.,

His Awards and Nominations

BET Awards
- 2010 Best Collaboration: "Nothin' on You" (with B.o.B) (Nominated)
- 2010 Video of the Year: "Nothin' on You" (with B.o.B) (Nominated)

BET Hip Hop Awards
- 2010 Best Hip Hop Video: "Nothin' on You" (with B.o.B) (Nominated)
- 2010 Reese's Perfect Combo Award: "Nothin' on You" (with B.o.B) (Nominated)
- 2010 Verizon People's Champ Award: "Nothin' on You" (with B.o.B) (Nominated)