About
Christina Perri is an American singer and songwriter who gained widespread recognition after her debut single, "Jar of Hearts," was featured on *So You Think You Can Dance*. This exposure led to a record deal with Atlantic Records, marking a turning point in her career. She followed up with her debut extended play, *The Ocean Way Sessions*, and subsequently released her debut studio album, *Lovestrong*, which achieved platinum certification by the RIAA.
Career Timeline
"Jar of Hearts" Viral Success
"Jar of Hearts" gains viral attention after being featured on *So You Think You Can Dance*.
Record Deal With Atlantic
Signs record deal with Atlantic Records following the success of "Jar of Hearts".
"Lovestrong" Album Success
Releases debut album *Lovestrong*, which achieves platinum certification.
"A Thousand Years" Popularity
Her song "A Thousand Years" gains immense popularity through *The Twilight Saga* films.
"Head or Heart" Album Release
Releases her second studio album, *Head or Heart*.
Human Diary Album
Releases her third studio album, *Human*.
Continues Music Career
Continues to release music and tour, maintaining a dedicated fanbase but not reaching previous peak levels of mainstream success.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026