DAVID GUETTA BIOGRAPHY - AGE, CAREER, SONGS & FACTS

David Guetta is the French DJ and producer who rose from Paris nightclubs to the summit of global dance music, becoming the first artist to be crowned DJ Mag's World's No. 1 DJ a record six times. Now 58, the hitmaker behind anthems such as "Titanium" and "When Love Takes Over" remains one of the most influential and commercially successful electronic artists of all time.

Biography & Career

Born: 7 November 1967, Paris, France (age 58 as of October 2026)

Nationality: French Real Name: Pierre David Guetta

Genres: EDM, house, progressive house, dance-pop, future rave

Years Active: 1984–present

Also Known As: Jack Back

Notable Songs: "When Love Takes Over" (feat. Kelly Rowland), "Sexy Chick" (feat. Akon), "Titanium" (feat. Sia), "Without You", "Where Them Girls At"

Born Pierre David Guetta in Paris, he began DJing in the city's clubs in 1984 and rose through the French house scene of the 1990s before conquering pop radio worldwide in the 2000s. His crossover formula — pairing festival-scale electronic production with mainstream vocalists — reshaped the sound of modern pop and opened the door for the EDM boom of the 2010s.

Career Highlights

David Guetta's global breakthrough arrived with his fourth studio album, One Love (2009), powered by the worldwide smashes "When Love Takes Over" and "Sexy Chick". He cemented his pop dominance with Nothing but the Beat (2011), which delivered his smash hit Titanium with Sia and his Hey Mama collaboration with Nicki Minaj, making him one of the best-selling music artists of the decade.

A two-time Grammy Award winner from 15 nominations and a six-time MTV Europe Music Award winner, Guetta's commercial footprint is staggering: more than 80 million monthly listeners on Spotify, over 50 billion career streams, and a record-extending 22nd No. 1 on Billboard's Dance Airplay chart with "Sad Girls" featuring Bebe Rexha.

Latest News

In October 2026, Guetta was crowned the World's No. 1 DJ in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll for 2026, announced on 7 October 2026 at UNVRS Ibiza — becoming the first artist in history to win the title six times. Later in the month, he headlines AMF at Amsterdam's Johan Cruijff ArenA on 24 October 2026.

New music keeps coming: his single "Caught Up" with Marlon Hoffstadt arrived on 9 October 2026, and he is featured on "DNA (More Than A Game)", the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The French icon also leads nominations at the NRJ Music Awards 2026 alongside fellow French star Aya Nakamura.

Watch the Official Video

Watch the official "Titanium ft. Sia" video below:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is David Guetta's real name?

His real name is Pierre David Guetta. He was born in Paris, France, on 7 November 1967.

How old is he?

He is 58 years old as of October 2026.

How many DJ Mag No. 1 wins does he have?

Six — he has been crowned the World's No. 1 DJ in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll a record six times, most recently in 2026.

What are his biggest songs?

His biggest songs include "Titanium" featuring Sia, "When Love Takes Over" featuring Kelly Rowland, "Sexy Chick" featuring Akon, "Without You" featuring Usher, "Where Them Girls At" and "Hey Mama" with Nicki Minaj.