International dancehall artiste, Sean Paul, celebrates his birthday today.

The artiste, whose real name is Sean Paul Henriques, was born in Kingston on January 9, 1973. His parents were both talented athletes.

Sean Paul played for the national water polo team from the age of 13 to 21, when he gave up the sport in order to launch his musical career.

Sean Paul's manager and producer, Jeremy Harding, first heard about the singer when his brother told him about seeing someone at a small open-mic event in Kingston, who sounded a lot like popular deejay Super Cat.

Harding eventually met the singer when Sean Paul came by his studio to ask for some advice.

During the meeting, Paul recorded a vocal over Harding's rhythm track and, in the process, created the song Baby Girl.

Sean Paul began hanging out at the studio every day, and the pair collaborated on several more tracks.

Among some of Sean Paul's biggest hits are Baby Boy featuring R&B sensation Beyoncé, Gimme The Light and Give It Up To Me.

Sean Paul Facts

Did you know that Sean Paul attended the Wolmer's High School for Boys, Belair School and the Hillel Academy?

We all had dreams growing up and even though he is pursuing his passion for music, did you know that Sean Paul wanted to pursue a career in hotel management?

Giveaway

For a chance to win a $US10 iTunes gift card, answer the following question: To give your answer call 932-6249 today between 5 and 5:30 p.m.

Question:

Name the International award that Sean Paul is the only Jamaican artiste to have won and in what category.