Even though Brazilian pop singer Michel Teló is best known for his 2011 single "Ai Se Eu Te Pego!," he had already been a successful performer for several years before recording the song, which became a number one hit in over 15 countries. Teló, who was born on January 21, 1981 in Medianeira, Paraná, had been singing since he was six years old, as well as playing the accordion, the piano, and the harmonica.