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Italian singer and composer Damiano David was born on January 8, 1999, and became well-known throughout the world as the frontman of the rock group Måneskin. In 2021, the band won the Sanremo Music Festival and the Eurovision Song Contest, representing Italy with their popular song “Zitti e buoni.” This achievement established history.
Early Life and Background
Born and raised in Rome, Damiano David is the son of flight attendants Daniele David and Rosa Scognamiglio. Little Damiano and his older brother Jacopo were exposed to a variety of cultures and experiences through their parents’ numerous travels due to their business.
In his youth, Damiano showed promise as a basketball player, starting as a point guard for the neighborhood team Eurobasket Roma. His involvement in basketball, which had a significant impact on his life, is what he credits for his success and discipline.
Career
At the age of six, Damiano embarked on his musical adventure. During his high school years, he met Victoria De Angelis and Thomas Raggi, and it was from this encounter that Måneskin was formed. He went to the liceo linguistico Eugenio Montale in Rome, but he chose with his parents’ full support to concentrate on his singing career rather than finishing high school.
In the beginning, Damiano was turned down for a local band’s vocalist role because his sound was deemed “too pop.” But in the end, his persistent perseverance got him accepted into the band. His mannerisms and sense of style changed dramatically, particularly about his stage character.
Mneskin started as a busker in the streets of Rome before forming formally in 2016. They became well-known in 2017 after placing second and third respectively in the eleventh season of the Italian talent competition X Factor.
From then on, their trajectory quickened, marked by a breakthrough release via the studio album “Il ballo della vita” and two highly successful tours in 2018 and 2019. “Teatro d’ira: Vol. I,” the band’s second studio album, was released in 2021.
Following their victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, Damiano David was falsely accused of drug use during the final performance. In response, David voluntarily underwent a drug test that came back negative. He has consistently stated that he has never used hard drugs and is an advocate against drug use, as are his bandmates.
He firmly believes in the importance of a healthy, trained, and lucid mind for creative expression and is committed to dispelling the stereotype of the “alcoholic and drugged rock star.” According to David, creativity flourishes when artists maintain clarity and independence.
Who is Damiano’s New Girlfriend?
After Damiano broke up with his long-time girlfriend Giorgia Soleri, it has been rumored that Damiano is dating Martina Taglienti. Through our research, Damiano only kissed Martina at a disco.
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