Phillip LaDon Phillips Jr., born on September 20, 1990, is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter who gained widespread recognition after clinching victory in the eleventh season of American Idol in 2012. His coronation song, "Home," not only captured the hearts of millions but also became the best-selling coronation song in the history of the show.
Following his triumph, Phillip released his debut album, The World from the Side of the Moon, on November 19, 2012. The album enjoyed remarkable success, remaining on the Billboard Top 200 album chart for sixty-one weeks and earning Platinum certification from the RIAA. It featured hit singles such as "Home" and "Gone, Gone, Gone," solidifying his place in the music industry.
In 2014, he released his sophomore album, Behind the Light, which included popular tracks like "Raging Fire" and "Unpack Your Heart." His third studio album, Collateral, debuted in 2018, showcasing the song "Miles." Most recently, in June 2023, he unveiled his fourth album, Drift Back, featuring the single "Dancing with Your Shadows."
Phillip's musical journey has seen him share the stage with renowned artists such as John Mayer, Gavin DeGraw, the Goo Goo Dolls, and Bruce Springsteen. With over seven point eight million digital singles sold and more than three million album equivalents, he has amassed over one point one billion on-demand streams and over one point two billion Pandora streams, marking him as a significant figure in contemporary music.