Guy Sebastian

Guy Theodore Sebastian was born in Klang, Selangor, on 26 October 1981. His father, Ivan Sebastian, was born in Malaysia and is of Sri Lankan Tamil descent{{Cite web |title=8 things you didn't know about Guy Sebastian |url=https://www.sbs.com.au/whats-on/article/8-things-you-didnt-know-about-guy-sebastian/yxst9h5ia |access-date=2024-09-09 |website=SBS What's On |language=en}} with colonial Portuguese{{cite web | url=https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/music/guy-sebastian-reveals-hes-writing-a-musical-movie-3024391 | title=Guy Sebastian reveals he's writing a "musical movie" | website=NME | date=20 August 2021 }}{{failed verification|date=December 2023}} roots, while his mother Nellie is an ethnic Eurasian with English and Portuguese ancestry and was raised in Kanpur, India.Cheah, Jason (22 December 2003). [https://web.archive.org/web/20050418090623/http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2003/12/22/features/6951322 Nice guys do win]. thestar.com. Archived from [http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2003/12/22/features/6951322 the original] on 21 January 2012.{{cite web|url=https://www.ndtv.com/feature/watch-pm-modi-meets-australian-singer-guy-sebastian-who-has-a-kanpur-connection-4058685 |title=Watch: PM Modi Meets Australian Singer Guy Sebastian, Who Has A Kanpur Connection |work=NDTV News |date=23 May 2023 |first=Nikhil |last=Pandey}}{{Cite web |last=thomasbleach |date=2020-10-16 |title=INTERVIEW: Guy Sebastian |url=https://thomasbleach.com/2020/10/16/interview-guy-sebastian-2/ |access-date=2023-10-27 |website=ThomasBleach |language=en}} They met while Ivan was studying geology in India, and married a year later.{{citation needed|date=May 2025}}

File:Guy Sebastian at Australian Gospel Music Fesitval 11 April 2004 (1).jpg , April 2004]]

Sebastian is the second of four sons, his older brother Ollie was born in India, and his younger brothers Chris and Jeremy were born in Australia. His family originally migrated to Melbourne when Sebastian was six. Four years later at the age of ten, his family migrated to Adelaide, presumably due to Ivan's work as a geologist at the time.Bermingham, L. B. (2004). Guy Sebastian Angels Brought Me Here: The Official Biography, Funtastic, Victoria. {{ISBN|1-74150-055-9}} This was where Sebastian spent his teenage years and began expanding his musical career.{{Cite web |date=2024-01-01 |title=About The Sebastians |url= https://thesebastianfoundation.org/our-heartbeat/about-the-sebastians/ |access-date=2024-08-11 |website=The Sebastian Organisation |language=en}}

As a child, Sebastian took violin lessons; he would later learn to play guitar, drums and piano, although he has had no formal training in these other musical instruments. After attending St Paul's College, Gilles Plains in 1991, Sebastian attended King's Baptist Grammar School after his family moved to Golden Grove. He then began studies in medical radiation at the University of South Australia, but left to pursue a career in music. He taught vocals at Temple Christian College and other high schools while also working as a recording engineer and studying music technology at the University of Adelaide's Elder Conservatorium.

Sebastian, former member of the Planetshakers band from 2002 to 2005, was a worship leader, sang background vocals, recording albums for Planetshakers Church at Paradise Community Church conferences, and went on to win the first Australian Idol and become a massive star in the country.{{cite news | url = http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2007/04/07/1175366538300.html?page=fullpage | title = Young believers pray and sway to a new beat | last = Lallo | first = Michael | work = The Age | date = 8 April 2007 | access-date = 1 July 2015 }}{{cite web|url=http://rhemadev.co.za/september/worship.html |title=Rhema on Planetshakers |website=Rhemadev |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080914042424/http://rhemadev.co.za/september/worship.html |archive-date=14 September 2008 }} He attended Paradise Community Church, an Assemblies of God church and one of the largest churches in Australia, and he became one of their main worship singers,{{cite web |title=Paradise Community Church |url=https://www.newreleasetoday.com/artistdetail.php?artist_id=2609 |publisher=New Release Today |access-date=22 August 2021}}{{Cite web |url=http://shop.paradise.asn.au/product.asp?pID=26 |title=Paradise Community Church Online. Paradise Live: Adore. Retrieved 4 March 2009 |access-date=5 May 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090903085937/http://shop.paradise.asn.au/product.asp?pID=26 |archive-date=3 September 2009 |url-status=dead }} after winning Australian Idol he recorded two albums, Adore in 2004 and Set Me Free in 2008.

In May 2003, Sebastian successfully auditioned for Australian Idol, singing Stevie Wonder's "Ribbon in the Sky". He progressed through the Idol series, establishing a strong fanbase and praise from the judges, who often made reference to his afro hairstyle which became a focal point of his image. He was declared the winner on 19 November 2003, and gained a recording contract with BMG, which later merged with Sony. Following his Idol win Sebastian was required to record his debut album in six days, but despite this time restriction the album included three songs co-written by him.[http://www.cqbiblestudy.org/article.php?id=41 Guy Sebastian: "I believe everything has a season."]. cqbiblestudy.org. Archived from [http://www.cqbiblestudy.org/article.php?id=41 the original] on 21 January 2012. He then travelled to the UK to compete in World Idol. Although he impressed the judges, with several suggesting he could win the competition, he finished seventh.[https://web.archive.org/web/20040406070242/http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2003/12/27/1072308689856.html Guy wows World Idol judges]. The Age. 27 December 2003. Archived from [http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2003/12/27/1072308689856.html the original] on 21 January 2012.

Sebastian's winner's single "Angels Brought Me Here" debuted at number one and was the highest selling single in Australia in 2003, reaching 5× platinum certification.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120127173607/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-singles-2003.htm ARIA Charts Top 100 Singles 2003]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-singles-2003.htm the original] on 23 January 2012. In 2010 it was named the highest selling song of the decade 2000 to 2009, ahead of Anthony Callea's "The Prayer". "Angels Brought Me Here" held the record for being the highest selling single ever released by an Australian act until 2011.Cashmere, Paul (29 January 2005). [https://web.archive.org/web/20050131033809/http://www.undercover.com.au/news/2005/jan05/20050129_anthonycallea.html Anthony Callea Premature Sales Announcement]. undercover.com.au. Archived from [http://www.undercover.com.au/news/2005/jan05/20050129_anthonycallea.html the original] on 31 January 2004. Retrieved 4 February 2012. Sebastian's debut album Just as I Am was released in December 2003 and also achieved number one. Its first week sales of 163,711 units are the second highest one week sales in Australian chart history, the highest for an Australian act.Cashmere, Paul (27 December 2006). {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120212235603/http://www.undercover.fm/news/1121-damien-leith-has-biggest-seller-of-the-year Damien Leith Has Biggest Seller Of The Year]}}. Undercover.com.au. Archived from [http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=1133 the original] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070830182137/http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=1133 |date=30 August 2007 }} on 21 January 2012.Adams, Cameron (29 December 2009). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130926100705/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/movies/susan-boyles-album-smashes-sales-records/story-e6frfmvr-1225814357408 Susan Boyle's album smashes sales records]. Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/movies/susan-boyles-album-smashes-sales-records/story-e6frfmvr-1225814357408 the original] on 21 January 2012. It eventually reached sales just short of 7× platinum, and is the highest selling album ever released by an Australian Idol contestant.Quinn, Karl (21 November 2004).

[https://web.archive.org/web/20121103024712/http://www.theage.com.au/news/Music/Everyones-a-winner/2004/11/19/1100748195505.html Everyone's A Winner]. The Age. Archived from [http://www.theage.com.au/news/Music/Everyones-a-winner/2004/11/19/1100748195505.html the original] on 21 January 2012.Sams, Christine (8 November 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20101110081634/http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/how-i-beat-bullies-of-rocknroll-20101106-17i3j.html How I beat bullies of rock'n'roll]. The Sydney Morning Herald. Archived from [http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/how-i-beat-bullies-of-rocknroll-20101106-17i3j.html the original] on 25 January 2012. "Angels Brought Me Here" also reached number one in Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia and New Zealand.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120205192849/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/bio/home.do Guy Sebastian biography]. Guy Sebastian official site. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/bio/home.do the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120222081852/http://www.opensubscriber.com/message/mediacare@yahoogroups.com/1997998.html Beautiful Life & Guy Facts]. opensubscriber.com. Archived from [http://www.opensubscriber.com/message/mediacare@yahoogroups.com/1997998.html the original] on 19 January 2012. Just as I Am reached number three and double platinum certification in New Zealand, with "Angels Brought Me Here" achieving platinum certification there.[https://aotearoamusiccharts.co.nz/archive/singles/2003-12-19 RIANZ Archived Charts NZ Top 40 Singles 11 January 2004].Recording Industry Association of New Zealand (RIANZ). Retrieved 4 October 2013. The second single "All I Need Is You" reached number one and platinum in Australia, and peaked at number five in New Zealand.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120204062113/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-accreditations-singles-2004.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2004 Singles]. Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-accreditations-singles-2004.htm the original] on 25 January 2012. In early 2004 Sebastian appeared at the Asian MTV Awards, was a guest judge on New Zealand Idol and performed on Indonesian Idol. After a promotional trip to Malaysia in April he travelled to Europe and the US to write for his next album, performing on American Idol while in the US.

Beautiful Life, Sebastian's second album, had a more R&B edge to it and included songs he co-wrote with Robin Thicke and Brian McKnight and "Forever with You", a duet with American R&B singer Mýa. The lead single "Out with My Baby" debuted at number one in October 2004, and gained platinum certification. Sebastian performed at the 2004 ARIA Music Awards where he received the award for the Highest Selling Single for "Angels Brought Me Here", and the Channel V Oz Artist of the Year Award.Canak, Danny (15 November 2004). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120304214209/http://www.musicdish.com/mag/index.php3?id=9832 Aria Awards 2004]. Musicdish. Archived from [http://www.musicdish.com/mag/index.php3?id=9832 the original] on 21 January 2012. He was also nominated for Highest Selling Album for Just as I Am. Beautiful Life peaked at number two and was also certified platinum.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-accreditations-albums-2004.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2004 Albums]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 28 August 2009. Sebastian embarked on a national tour in November, with a second stage from March to June 2005.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120225044511/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829001636 Guy & Paulini Announce More Shows For The Beautiful Life Tour]. Guy Sebastian official website. 6 April 2005. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829001636 the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian performed at the 20th Anniversary SAFM Sky Show in Adelaide in front of approximately 150,000 people along with Slinkee Minx, one of the largest open-air concerts held in Australia in 2005. Two further singles were released from the album, "Kryptonite" which peaked at number fifteen, and "Oh Oh" at number eleven. In 2005 Sebastian received awards for Favourite Video, Favourite Music Artist, and Favourite Aussie at the Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards, and a MTV Video Music Award for "Out with my Baby".[https://web.archive.org/web/20110907154648/http://www.theage.com.au/news/tv--radio/kids-choice--guy/2005/09/21/1126982092531.html Kids' choice – Guy]. The Age. 21 September 2005. Archived from [http://www.theage.com.au/news/tv--radio/kids-choice--guy/2005/09/21/1126982092531.html the original] on 21 January 2012.Halliwell, Elle & Anderson, Juliet. [https://web.archive.org/web/20110928174822/http://www.mediasearch.com.au/music/spotlights/mtv-australianmtvmusicvideoawardfs-2005 MTV Australian Video Music Awards for 2005]. Mediasearch. Archived from [http://www.mediasearch.com.au/music/spotlights/mtv-australianmtvmusicvideoawardfs-2005 the original] on 21 January 2012. He also received a Highest Selling Album ARIA Award nomination for Beautiful Life, and was named as a state finalist in the Young Australian of the Year Awards.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120305013919/http://www.marssociety.org.au/library/media_release_081205.php MSA Member NSW Finalist for Young Australian of the Year]. marssociety.org.au. 1 December 2005. Archived from [http://www.marssociety.org.au/library/media_release_081205.php the original] on 21 January 2012.

Between May and August 2006, Sebastian appeared as a mentor on the inaugural It Takes Two, in which performers from non-musical fields are teamed with professional singers to perform a duet each week. Sebastian's partner was three-time Australian Olympic swimmer Sarah Ryan and they finished second.{{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120220103133/http://www.7perth.com.au/view/releases/20060731114235/ IT TAKES TWO]}}. 7 Perth. Archived from {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20060819132606/http://www.7perth.com.au/view/releases/20060731114235/ the original]}} on 22 January 2012. During this period Sebastian also recorded his third album Closer to the Sun which was a mix of genres including pop, R&B, soul, pop rock and jazz and mainly co-written with Australian musicians. The lead single "Taller, Stronger, Better" debuted at number three in August 2006, and achieved gold certification.[http://aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupagesARIACharts-Accreditations-2007Singles.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2007 Singles]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 27 February 2009. The album peaked at number four and was certified platinum.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/ARIACharts-Accreditations-2006Albums.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2006 Albums]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 28 August 2009. The second single "Elevator Love" reached number 11 and gold certification. The video featured Jennifer Hawkins as his love interest.[https://archive.today/20240525164851/https://www.webcitation.org/64qkuQ5Ww?url=http://www.myspace.com/video/vid/3655345 ACA Preview of Video of Elevator Love with Jennifer Hawkins]. Myspace Videos. Archived from [https://archive.today/20121130024657/http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=3655345 the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian received an award for most played Urban work for "Oh Oh" at the 2006 APRA Music Awards.Pascuzzi, Carmine. [https://web.archive.org/web/20120317012029/http://www.mediasearch.com.au/music/spotlights/apraawards2006 2006 APRA Music Awards]. Mediasearch. Archived from [http://www.mediasearch.com.au/music/spotlights/apraawards2006 the original] on 21 January 2012. "Oh Oh" was also awarded Best Video and Sebastian named Best Male Artist at the Urban Music Awards, and for the second year in succession he received the Fav Aussie award at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards.[https://web.archive.org/web/20121106081938/http://www.smh.com.au/news/music/sebastian-macrae-get-gongs-at-urban-awards/2006/07/21/1153166583688.html Sebastian, MacRae get gongs at Urban awards]. The Sydney Morning Herald. 21 July 2006. Archived from [http://www.smh.com.au/news/music/sebastian-macrae-get-gongs-at-urban-awards/2006/07/21/1153166583688.html the original] on 21 January 2012.Bonawitz, Amy (11 October 2006). [https://web.archive.org/web/20121026113321/http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/10/11/entertainment/main2082368.shtml Bindi & Terri Attend Kids Choice Awards]. CBS News. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20121026113321/http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/10/11/entertainment/main2082368.shtml the original] on 21 January 2012. Closer to the Sun's third single "Cover on My Heart" was released in August 2007, peaking at number thirty two on the ARIA Singles Chart. Closer to the Sun was named Best Album at the 2007 Urban Music Awards and Most Popular Album at the Dolly Teen Choice Awards.Lizza (17 August 2007). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120208122258/http://www.inthemix.com.au/events/reviews/33691/2007_Urban_Music_Awards_Luna_Park_Sydney_140807 2007 Urban Music Awards at Luna Park, Sydney]. inthemix. Archived from [http://www.inthemix.com.au/events/reviews/33691/2007_Urban_Music_Awards_Luna_Park_Sydney_140807 the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120301082733/http://www.servinghistory.com/topics/Dolly_Teen_Choice_Awards::sub::Winners_07 Dolly Teen Choice Awards: Winners 07]. servinghistory.com. Archived from [http://www.servinghistory.com/topics/Dolly_Teen_Choice_Awards::sub::Winners_07 the original] on 21 January 2012.

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In early 2007 it had been announced Sebastian would be recording a tribute album of soul classics in Memphis, Tennessee, with Stax musicians who played on and wrote some of the original songs. The album was recorded at Ardent Studios, Memphis in August 2007, with Steve Cropper, Donald 'Duck' Dunn, and Steve Potts (a.k.a. The MGs), with Lester Snell on keyboards. Cropper also co-produced the album with Sebastian, which was recorded on analogue tape live in the studio.[https://archive.today/20240525164930/https://www.webcitation.org/64qvEaBNM?url=http://www.myspace.com/video/vid/54159104 Curry Weber Studio Engineer talks about the Memphis Album]. Myspace Videos. Archived from [http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=54159104 the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian wrote about his time in Memphis in a series of blogs for Australian newspapers, "I started recording four days ago with the band members from Booker T and the MGs. And in the four days, we cut 15 tracks. It's been such a great experience to watch these guys work. I mean, they are mostly in their late 60s and have such a wealth of experience."Sebastian, Guy (29 August 2007). [https://archive.today/20120904003141/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/guys-memphis-diary-week-4/story-e6frf96f-1111114293968 Guy's Memphis Diary – Week 4] Sunday Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22327811-2902,00.html the original] on 21 January 2012. Cropper later spoke on AllMemphisMusic, an online Memphis radio station, "This kid came into Memphis, and just blew everybody's socks off. [...] he just took us by storm."[https://web.archive.org/web/20121104165653/http://www.myspace.com/video/vid/61522976 Steve Cropper talks about Guy Sebastian and The Memphis Album]. MySpace Videos. Archived from [http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=61522976 the original] on 21 January 2012. Shortly after Sebastian's return to Australia it was announced that The MGs would tour Australia with him in early 2008.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051252/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005131 Guy Sebastian Announces 2008 "Memphis Tour"!]. Guy Sebastian official website. 6 November 2007. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005131 the original] on 21 January 2012. The Memphis Album debuted at number three in November 2007, and was the seventh highest selling Australian artist album of the year.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120127110358/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-album-2007.htm ARIA End Of Year Charts – Top 50 Australian Artist Albums 2007]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-album-2007.htm the original] on 23 January 2012. The critically acclaimed album reached double platinum certification in 2008.[http://gsinfo-soulfan.blogspot.com/2010/07/memphis-album-reviews.html The Memphis Album Reviews] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120308150336/http://gsinfo-soulfan.blogspot.com/2010/07/memphis-album-reviews.html |date=8 March 2012 }}. Blogspot.com. Retrieved 25 June 2009.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupageshttpwww.aria.com.aupagesARIACharts-Accreditations-2008Albums.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2008 Albums]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 28 August 2009. Memphis Flyer, a weekly alternative newspaper serving the Memphis area wrote a series of articles about Sebastian recording with The MGs.Branston, John (22 November 2007). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120509204245/http://www.memphisflyer.com/TheDailyBuzz/archives/2007/11/22/guy-sebastians-memphis-album-is-actually-good Guy Sebastian's Memphis Album Is Actually Good]. Memphis Flyer. Archived from [http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/Content?oid=oid%3A36500 the original] on 21 January 2012. AllMemphisMusic, which specialises in playing music originating from Memphis, began playing The Memphis Album songs in late December 2007. They also had two special programs featuring songs from the album and interviews with some of the people involved in recording it.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120220134602/http://allmemphismusic.blogspot.com/2008/04/who-is-this-guy-sebastian.html Who is this "Guy" Sebastian?]. AllMemphisMusic. 23 April 2006. Archived from [http://allmemphismusic.blogspot.com/2008/04/who-is-this-guy-sebastian.html the original] on 21 January 2012.

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The MGs came to Australia in February 2008 to be Sebastian's backing band for his national tour. He spoke on radio about what it felt like fronting the MGs, "There were so many moments when I just had to take a step back and think 'This is unbelievable'. Like the history that is behind me, and I'm singing these songs. You know they start playing Dock of the Bay, and the guys that played it are on the stage. You know the guy who wrote the song with Otis Redding is playing guitar."[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmjQMESDdoE Stuart Bocking 2UE interviews Guy Sebastian about Steve Cropper]. YouTube. 27 May 2012. Retrieved 17 December 2015. Cropper later spoke on AllMemphisMusic, "hearing him singing our music, which was born and raised and produced and recorded in Memphis, Tennessee. [...] It just filled our hearts."[https://myspace.com/songbirdbabe/video/steve-cropper-talks-about-guy-sebastian-and-the-memphis-album/61522976 Steve Cropper talks about Guy Sebastian and The Memphis Album] MySpace Videos. Retrieved 23 January 2015. One of the Melbourne concerts was filmed for a live DVD/CD titled The Memphis Tour.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051256/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005516 Guy's New DVD 'The Memphis Tour' Out Saturday]. Guy Sebastian official website. 29 April 2008. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005516 the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian was nominated for a Helpmann Award for Best Performance in an Australian Contemporary Concert for The Memphis Tour, and was awarded two Australian Club Entertainment Awards, best Original Music Performer and Outstanding Club Performer of the Year.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120213132857/http://www.helpmannawards.com.au/default.aspx?s=nominees&year=2008&cid=1 2008 Helpman Award Nominations]. Helpman Awards. Archived from [http://www.helpmannawards.com.au/default.aspx?s=nominees&year=2008&cid=1 the original] on 21 January 2012.[http://www.aceawards.com.au/2008.php 11th Australian Club Entertainment Awards] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110303065920/http://www.aceawards.com.au/2008.php |date=3 March 2011 }}. ACE Awards. Retrieved 27 February 2009. The Memphis Album received a nomination for Highest Selling Album at the 2008 ARIA Awards, his third album to be nominated in this ARIA Awards category. He travelled to the US several times after The Memphis Tour to write for his fifth album, spending time with Cropper in Nashville on these trips.Cashmere, Paul (21 April 2008). {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120320084425/http://www.undercover.fm/news/4591-guy-sebastian-is-hanging-with-the-croppers Guy Sebastian Is Hanging With The Croppers]}}. undercover.com.au. Archived from [http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=4644 the original] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080922202758/http://undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=4644 |date=22 September 2008 }} on 21 January 2012.[https://archive.today/20120909103059/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/guy-could-not-stop-staring-at/story-e6frfmqr-1111116783032 Guy Sebastian 'could not stop staring' at Nicole Kidman]. news.com.au. 1 July 2008. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/story/0,26278,23949496-5013560,00.html the original] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080808221220/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/story/0%2C26278%2C23949496-5013560%2C00.html |date=8 August 2008 }} on 21 January 2012.

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File:Jordin Sparks & Guy Sebastian Club Nokia LA.jpg performing "Art of Love" at Club Nokia in LA in July 2010]]

In 2008 Sebastian was signed to release an album in the US, and in November he returned to America to work on it. He recorded songs with John Mayer's band, and John Mayer himself played guitar and sang backing vocals on three of the tracks.Dennehy, Luke (30 November 2008). [https://archive.today/20240525165012/https://www.webcitation.org/64rGNutzr?url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/sunday-heraldsun/guy-sees-future-in-memphis/story-e6frf92x-1111118177315 Guy sees future in Memphis]. Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,24725290-5006024,00.html the original] on 21 January 2012. He moved to New York in early 2009 to prepare for the release of the US album which was a mix of Memphis soul covers and original songs.Reines, Ros (15 February 2009). [https://archive.today/20121202225444/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/guy-targets-the-states/story-e6frezt9-1111118854324 Guy targets the States]. The Daily Telegraph. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,25055628-5013110,00.html the original] on 21 January 2012. He performed showcases at the SXSW Music Festival in Austin Texas, and a residency at the Drom in New York.Cashmere, Paul (20 March 2009). {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120222061246/http://www.undercover.fm/news/7794-guy-sebastian-wins-the-tough-sxsw-crowd Guy Sebastian Wins The Tough SXSW Crowd]}}. Undercover.com.au. Archived from [http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=7869 the original] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090521080545/http://undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=7869 |date=21 May 2009 }} on 21 January 2012.Nanton, Nick [https://web.archive.org/web/20120224123307/http://www.thebusinessgrowthlawyers.com/blogs/texas-and-australia-collide.php Texas and Australia Collide!!…???]. D&N Dicks $ Nanton P.A. Archived from [http://www.thebusinessgrowthlawyers.com/blogs/texas-and-australia-collide.php the original] on 21 January 2012.{{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120116043913/http://sociallysuperlative.com/2009/04/22/guy-sebastian-at-drom/ Guy Sebastian at DROM]}}. Socially Superlative. Archived from {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20090425165726/http://sociallysuperlative.com/2009/04/22/guy-sebastian-at-drom/ the original]}} on 21 January 2012. His song "Like It Like That" was chosen as the theme song for the NBC network's summer promotional campaign.[https://archive.today/20240525165050/https://www.webcitation.org/64rGiX1Vk?url=http://www.myspace.com/video/vid/57700390 NBC Network Summer Campaign featuring Guy Sebastian theme]. Myspace Video. Archived from [https://archive.today/20120720112318/http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=57700390 the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://archive.today/20120904004820/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/sydney-confidential/guy-sebastians-hit-song-will-beused-for-us-tv-promotion/story-e6frewz0-1225711556633 Guy Sebastian's hit song will be used for US TV promotion]. The Daily Telegraph, 13 May 2009. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,25470469-5006002,00.html the original] on 21 January 2012. The US release was then delayed due to restructuring of Victor Records, but it was later reaffirmed the album would be released in 2010.Moran, Jonathon (19 December 2009). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120921082254/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/insider/carnival-for-the-danimals/story-e6frewt9-1225812018581 Carnival for the Danimals, US glitch for Guy]. The Sunday Telegraph. Archived from [http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/sunday-telegraph/carnival-for-the-danimals/story-e6frewt9-1225812018581 the original] on 21 January 2012. "Like It Like That", the title track of Sebastian's fifth album, was released in Australia in August 2009 and reached number one. It was the highest selling Australian artist song in 2009, and achieved 4× platinum certification.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120112142216/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-singles-2009.htm ARIA Charts Top 50 Australian Artist Singles 2009]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-singles-2009.htm the original] on 23 January 2012.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupagesaria-charts-accreditations-singles-2014.htm ARIA Charts - Accreditations - 2014 Singles]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 14 March 2014 Like It Like That, an original soul album with all songs written or co-written by Sebastian, was released in October 2009. It reached number six and was certified platinum.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupageshttpwww.aria.com.aupagesARIACharts-Accreditations-2010Albums.htm ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2010 Albums]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 8 June 2010.

"Art of Love", a duet with Jordin Sparks was released as the second single.[http://www.take40.com/artists/1748/guy-sebastian/news/17348/guy-sebastian-and-jordin-sparks-record-duet! Guy Sebastian and Jordin Sparks record duet]. Take 40. 1 October 2009. Retrieved 12 October 2009. It peaked at number eight and reached double platinum certification. It also charted at number seven in New Zealand, gaining gold certification there. Two further singles, "All to Myself" and "Never Hold You Down", did not chart in the ARIA top 50.[https://web.archive.org/web/20121016075819/http://auspop.blogspot.com/2010/01/news-wrap_29.html Newswrap]. auspOp. 29 January 2010. Archived from [http://auspop.blogspot.com/2010/01/news-wrap_29.html the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20131002113816/http://auspop.blogspot.com/2010/05/guy-single-4.html Guy Single #4]. auspOp. 27 May 2010. Archived from [http://auspop.blogspot.com/2010/05/guy-single-4.html the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian toured in Australia during February 2010 and again in June and July.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120310002703/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829006494 Like It Like That Tour For 2010]. Guy Sebastian official website. Retrieved 9 September 2009. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829006494 the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120310002722/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829006753 The Bring Yourself Tour!]. Guy Sebastian official website. 11 May 2010. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829006753 the original] on 21 January 2012. The US album, now identical to the Australian album, was given limited release on the Red Ink label in June 2010, with distribution via iTunes and Barnes & Noble stores.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120927014340/http://music.barnesandnoble.com/Like-It-Like-That/Guy-Sebastian/e/886977446726/?itm=2&USRI=guy+sebastian+like+it+like+that Like It Like That Barnes & Noble Exclusive]. Barnes & Noble. Archived from [http://music.barnesandnoble.com/Like-It-Like-That/Guy-Sebastian/e/886977446726/?itm=2&USRI=guy+sebastian+like+it+like+that the original] on 28 January 2012. He was chosen as a judge on the 2010 series of Australia's The X-Factor, and to fulfil commitments to X-Factor and also the release of his album in America Sebastian divided his time between Australia and the US during the show.Dennehy, Luke (30 May 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20110615044938/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/sunday-heraldsun/x-factor-to-have-a-nice-guy-judge/story-e6frf92x-1225872977171 X-Factor to have a nice guy judge]. Sunday Herald Sun. 30 May 2010. Archived from [http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/sunday-heraldsun/x-factor-to-have-a-nice-guy-judge/story-e6frf92x-1225872977171 the original] on 21 January 2012. He toured the US West Coast between July and September, including guest performances singing "Art of Love" with Sparks at three of her Battlefield Tour concerts, and also played support for Chicago at a concert in Oregon.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120321164208/http://popdirt.com/guy-sebastian-releases-debut-u-s-album-tours-west-coast/79311/ Guy Sebastian Releases Debut U.S. Album, Tours West Coast]. popdirt.com. Archived from [http://popdirt.com/guy-sebastian-releases-debut-u-s-album-tours-west-coast/79311/ the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120312131512/http://www.mjsbigblog.com/jordin-sparks-and-guy-sebastian-sing-art-of-love-nokia-theater-los-angeles.htm Jordin Sparks and Guy Sebastian sing 'Art of Love' Nokia Theater, LA].mjsbigblog.com. 10 July 2010. Archived from [http://mjsbigblog.com/jordin-sparks-and-guy-sebastian-sing-art-of-love-nokia-theater-los-angeles.htm the original] on 21 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20100805212037/http://www.antimusic.com/news/10/aug/04Guy_Sebastian_Announces_More_US_Dates.shtml Guy Sebastian announces more US tour dates].antimusic.com. 4 August 2010. Archived from [http://www.antimusic.com/news/10/aug/04Guy_Sebastian_Announces_More_US_Dates.shtml the original] on 21 January 2012. Sebastian was nominated for six ARIA Music Awards for Like It Like That. He received nominations for Best Pop Release, Best Male Artist, Most Popular Australian Album and Most Popular Australian Artist, with "Like It Like That" and "Art of Love" receiving nominations for Most Popular Single.

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In 2010 Sebastian was selected as a judge on the Australian series of The X Factor to replace Mark Holden. It is a reality talent competition where the judges also mentor the contestants. The contestants are selected by all the judges at the auditions, and the chosen contestants are divided into four categories, Boys, Girls, Over 25s and Groups. Each judge is given a category and has to reduce their contestants to three. The top three contestants from each category then compete in the live shows with continuing help from their mentors. Sebastian was given Groups in 2010, and was assisted in choosing his top three contestants by Rai Thistlethwayte, lead singer of Thirsty Merc, Snoop Dogg and Usher.Byrne, Fiona (8 September 2010). Superstars join the X Factor cull. Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/superstars-join-the-x-factor-cull/story-e6frf96f-1225915735227 the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian released a retrospective album titled Twenty Ten in November 2010. The album reached number four on the ARIA Album Chart.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120119141114/http://australian-charts.com/showitem.asp?interpret=Guy+Sebastian&titel=Twenty+Ten&cat=a Twenty Ten in the Australian Charts]. australian-charts.com. Archived from [http://australian-charts.com/showitem.asp?interpret=Guy+Sebastian&titel=Twenty+Ten&cat=a the original] on 29 January 2012. It spent twelve weeks in the top ten and was the fifth highest selling Australian artist album of 2010.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120127095808/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-album-2010.htm Top Australian Artist Albums 2010]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-australian-album-2010.htm the original] on 23 January 2012. It was certified double platinum in 2014.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupagesaria-charts-accreditations-albums-2014.htm ARIA Album Certifications 2014]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 31 October 2014 It also reached number twenty four on the New Zealand Albums Chart. The album was a two disc release. The first disc had 18 songs from his previous albums and two new tracks, with the second disc containing acoustic versions of ten of the songs. "Who's That Girl" featuring US rapper Eve, was released as the only single.[http://auspop.blogspot.com/2010/10/guy-sebastian-breaks-cover.html Guy Sebastian breaks cover]. auspOp. 25 October 2010. Retrieved 25 October 2010 The dance-driven electro R&B song was a departure from Sebastian's previous pop, R&B and soul releases. Eve performed the song with Sebastian on The X Factor Grand Final.McCabe, Kathy (22 November 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120928140200/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/sydney-confidential/one-very-suave-guy-sebastian/story-e6frewz0-1225957921959 One very suave Guy Sebastian]. The Daily Telegraph. Archived from [http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/sydney-confidential/one-very-suave-guy-sebastian/story-e6frewz0-1225957921959 the original] on 21 January 2012. "Who's That Girl" reached number one and 5× platinum certification in Australia, and number one and platinum in New Zealand.

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With the release of Twenty Ten Sebastian had completed the terms of his original contract with Sony, but re-signed with them for another long-term contract.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120309180837/http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/artists/2010/11/23/sebastian-re-signs-with-sony/ Sebastian re-signs with Sony]. The Music Network. 23 November 2010. Archived from [http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/artists/2010/11/23/sebastian-re-signs-with-sony/ the original] on 21 January 2012. He supported Boyzone on their 2011 UK tour, and Lionel Richie on his Australian and New Zealand tour.

{{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120320084743/http://www.undercover.fm/news/12966-lionel-richie-and-guy-sebastian-to-play-a-day-on-the-green Lionel Richie and Guy Sebastian to Play A Day on the Green]}}. Undercover. Archived from {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20101205214706/http://www.undercover.fm/news/12966-lionel-richie-and-guy-sebastian-to-play-a-day-on-the-green the original]}} on 21 January 2012.

[https://web.archive.org/web/20160304044217/http://boyzonebrotheralbum.com/news.php?item=182 Boyzone Brother Tour support announcement]. Boyzonebrotheralbum.com. 7 February 2011. Archived from [http://boyzonebrotheralbum.com/news.php?item=182 the original] on 21 January 2012. They re-recorded Richie's 1983 single "All Night Long" to raise money for Australian and New Zealand flood and earthquake relief. The track was produced by RedOne.Adams, Cameron (26 February 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20121002194333/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/sydney-confidential/lionel-ritchie-and-guy-sebastian-have-teamed-up-to-record-a-charity-single-for-earthquake-relief/story-e6frewz0-1226012196472 Lionel Richie and Guy Sebastian have teamed up to record a charity single for earthquake relief]. The Daily Telegraph, Sydney. Archived from [http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/sydney-confidential/lionel-ritchie-and-guy-sebastian-have-teamed-up-to-record-a-charity-single-for-earthquake-relief/story-e6frewz0-1226012196472 the original] on 21 January 2012. Richie and Sebastian performed the song together at most of the concerts on the Australian leg of the tour.[https://web.archive.org/web/20110822185239/http://mushroomgroup.wordpress.com/2011/03/18/lionel-richie-guy-sebastian-release-duet-of-all-night-long-for-queensland-flood-christchurch-earthquake-appeals/ Lionel Richie and Guy Sebastian release duet of All Night Long for Queensland flood + Christchurch earthquake appeals]. Mushroom Group Promotions. Archived from [http://mushroomgroup.wordpress.com/2011/03/18/lionel-richie-guy-sebastian-release-duet-of-all-night-long-for-queensland-flood-christchurch-earthquake-appeals/ the original] on 21 January 2012. It peaked at number twelve in New Zealand and number twenty six in Australia. Sebastian received the 2011 Australian Club Entertainment Award for best Original Music Performer, and a Mo Award for Rock Performer of the Year.[http://www.aceawards.com.au/WINNERS.php 13th Australian Club Entertainment Awards] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100916040329/http://www.aceawards.com.au/WINNERS.php |date=16 September 2010 }}.aceawards.com.au. Retrieved 8 April 2011[https://web.archive.org/web/20111229124529/http://www.moawards.com/?page_id=1882 2011 Mo Award Winners] Mo Awards Inc. Archived from [http://www.moawards.com/?page_id=1882 the original] on 21 January 2012. He also won the Highest Selling Single ARIA Award for "Who's That Girl", and received nominations for Single of the Year, Best Pop Release and Most Popular Australian Artist. Sebastian continued as a judge on the 2011 The X Factor. He mentored the Boys and was assisted in choosing his final three by Wynter Gordon and Beyoncé. Reece Mastin who was in his group was the winner.Casamento, Jo (21 August 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20131103142906/http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/tv-and-radio/no-fallen-idol-20110820-1j30j.html No Fallen Idol]. The Sydney Morning Herald. Archived from [http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/tv-and-radio/no-fallen-idol-20110820-1j30j.html#ixzz1VqjlFvwe the original] on 22 January 2012.

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In November 2011 "Don't Worry Be Happy", a pop song Sebastian wrote after encountering an angry motorist in Los Angeles, was released as the lead single of his seventh album Armageddon.McCabe, Kathy (8 November 2011). [https://archive.today/20121203040946/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-takes-a-big-dip-for-the-sake-of-art/story-e6frf9hf-1226188207216 Guy Sebastian takes a big dip for the sake of art]. Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-takes-a-big-dip-for-the-sake-of-art/story-e6frf9hf-1226188207216 the original] on 21 January 2012. It peaked at number five and reached 5× platinum certification.

Sebastian spent time in the US in early 2012 working on the album, and "Gold", an uptempo soul track, was released as the second single in May. It peaked at number ten, gaining platinum certification. Sebastian toured nationally during June and July to showcase new songs.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130926030440/http://auspop.blogspot.com.au/2012/02/touring-guy-sebastian.html TOURING : Guy Sebastian]. auspOp. 5 February 2012. Archived from [http://auspop.blogspot.com.au/2012/02/touring-guy-sebastian.html the original] on 5 February 2012. In 2012, Sebastian appeared as a judge on The X Factor for a third and final year (until 2015). He was given the Over 25s, and was assisted in selecting his top three contestant by Alicia Keys. His contestant Samantha Jade was the winner.[https://web.archive.org/web/20121122020033/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/television/samantha-jade-wins-x-factor-over-the-collective-and-jason-owen/story-e6frfmyi-1226520357011 Samantha Jade wins X Factor]. news.com.au. 21 November 2012. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/television/samantha-jade-wins-x-factor-over-the-collective-and-jason-owen/story-e6frfmyi-1226520357011 the original] on 21 November 2012. Armageddon's third single "Battle Scars", an R&B ballad featuring a hip hop rap by Lupe Fiasco, was released in August.[http://www.guysebastian.com.au/ Battle Scars featuring Lupe Fiasco preview] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130408112624/http://guysebastian.com.au/ |date=8 April 2013 }}. Guy Sebastian official site. Retrieved 2 August 2012. It debuted at number one, Sebastian's sixth number one single in Australia. He has the most number one singles for an Australian male artist in Australian music history, and is third overall for all Australian acts. Only Kylie Minogue and Delta Goodrem have achieved more.Ryan, Gavin (25 December 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20121024163057/http://australian-charts.com/forum.asp?todo=viewthread&id=34665&pages= ARIA Chartifacts 27-December-2010]. Australian-charts.com. Archived from [http://australian-charts.com/forum.asp?todo=viewthread&id=34665&pages= the original] on 21 January 2012. "Battle Scars" was the third-highest selling single in Australia in 2012 and the highest-selling single by an Australian act.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130121020735/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-singles-2012.htm ARIA Charts – End Of Year Charts – Top 100 Singles 2012]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-singles-2012.htm the original] on 8 January 2013 It reached 12× platinum in 2020. "Battle Scars" also reached number two and double platinum certification in New Zealand.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130729010621/http://nztop40.co.nz/ Official New Zealand Music Chart – 26 November 2012]. Recording Industry Association New Zealand (RIANZ). Archived from [http://nztop40.co.nz/ the original] on 25 November 2012.

Fiasco added "Battle Scars" to his fourth album, Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1 in countries other than Australia, and it was released as the fourth single on 28 August 2012.[https://music.apple.com/us/album/food-liquor-ii-the-great-american-rap-album-pt-1/561751903 US iTunes preview Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1]. iTunes. Retrieved 28 September 2012.James, Jessie (21 August 2012). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130926043445/http://stupiddope.com/2012/08/21/guy-sebastian-lupe-fiasco-battle-scars-music-video/ Guy Sebastian Lupe Fiasco Battle Scars]. Stupid Dope. Archived from [http://stupiddope.com/2012/08/21/guy-sebastian-lupe-fiasco-battle-scars-music-video/ the original] on 21 August 2012. He came to Australia in mid September to promote the single and the release of his album, and he and Sebastian performed "Battle Scars" live for the first time on The X Factor.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120920075940/http://www.killerhiphop.com/video-lupe-fiasco-guy-sebastian-perform-battle-scars-on-the-x-factor-australia/ Video: Lupe Fiasco & Guy Sebastian Perform "Battle Scars" On "The X Factor Australia"]. KillerHipHop.com. 18 September 2012. Archived from [http://www.killerhiphop.com/video-lupe-fiasco-guy-sebastian-perform-battle-scars-on-the-x-factor-australia/ the original] on 19 September 2012. They also performed the song in America on the Late Show with David Letterman.Reid, Poppy (18 September 2012). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120920090152/http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/artists/2012/09/18/guy-sebastian-to-perform-on-letterman/ Guy Sebastian to perform on Letterman]. The Music Network. 18 September 2012. Archived from [http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/artists/2012/09/18/guy-sebastian-to-perform-on-letterman/ the original] on 19 September 2012.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mkC0z-QuxY Lupe Fiasco & Guy Sebastian – Battle Scars – David Letterman 9-27-12]. YouTube. 28 September 2012. Retrieved 28 September 2012. It was used in the US in the TV promotion for the movie Red Dawn.[https://web.archive.org/web/20121101003125/http://www.thelupendblog.com/2012/10/battle-scars-featured-in-red-dawn-tv.html Battle Scars featured in Red Dawn TV Spot]. LupEnd. 29 October 2012. Archived from [http://www.thelupendblog.com/2012/10/battle-scars-featured-in-red-dawn-tv.html the original] on 4 November 2012. "Battle Scars" spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number 71. It also reached number 23 on the Billboard Digital Song Chart and number one on the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Chart.[https://archive.today/20120912194223/http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/charts/chart-search-results/singles/14118857 R&B/Hip-hop Digital Song Chart 15 September 2012]. Billboard.biz. Archived from [http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/charts/chart-search-results/singles/14118857 the original] on 13 September 2012.Adams, Cameron (11 September 2012). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130127065646/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastians-aria-number-one-song-battle-scars-with-lupe-fiasco-hits-73-on-the-us-billboard-hot-100/story-e6frfn09-1226471957412 Guy Sebastian's ARIA number one song Battle Scars with Lupe Fiasco hits 73 on the US Billboard Hot 100]. news.com.au. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastians-aria-number-one-song-battle-scars-with-lupe-fiasco-hits-73-on-the-us-billboard-hot-100/story-e6frfn09-1226471957412 the original] on 29 January 2013. It has been certified platinum in the US for sales of one million. The song also spent 13 weeks in the top ten in Norway, including six weeks at number two, and reached 46 and gold certification in Sweden.{{cite web |url=http://www.sverigetopplistan.se/|title=Sverige Toplistan: Sök |publisher=Sverigetopplistan |access-date=16 August 2014 |format=To retrieve the certification, enter "Guy Sebastian" in the upper right box "Sök", and then click on "Visa" on Battle Scars |language=sv}}

Armageddon was released on 12 October 2012. It reached number one in its seventh week and achieved double platinum certification.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupagesALBUMaccreds2012.htm ARIA Charts - Accreditations - 2012 Albums]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 27 January 2013 After only 12 weeks of sales the album was the ninth highest selling album in Australia in 2012, the second highest selling album by an Australian act.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130307023544/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-albums-2012.htm ARIA Charts – End Of Year Charts – Top 100 Albums 2012]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/aria-charts-end-of-year-charts-top-100-albums-2012.htm the original] on 8 January 2013 Sebastian was nominated for three 2012 ARIA Awards. He received nominations for Best Pop Release and Best Male Artist for "Battle Scars", and "Don't Worry Be Happy" was nominated for Song of the Year. Sebastian and Fiasco performed "Battle Scars" at the Awards.[https://web.archive.org/web/20121203045649/http://www.ariaawards.com.au/news/46/arias-2012 2012 Winners announced]. Australian Recording Industry Association. 29 November 2012. Archived from [http://www.ariaawards.com.au/news/46/arias-2012 the original] on 29 November 2012. "Battle Scars" was also nominated for an American NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration.Couch, Aaron (1 February 2013). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130203205102/http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/naacp-image-awards-winners-announced-417553 NAACP Image Awards: Winners Announced]. The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from [http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/naacp-image-awards-winners-announced-417553 the original] on 2 February 2013 The fourth single "Get Along", a song about the harm caused by religious, cultural and racial intolerance reached number five and triple platinum certification. The song also reached number nine and gold certification in New Zealand.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130729010621/http://nztop40.co.nz/ Official NZ Music Chart 29 July 2013]. Recording Industry Association of New Zealand (RIANZ). Archived from [http://nztop40.co.nz/ the original] on 27 July 2013. In early 2013 Fiasco and Sebastian continued the US promotion of "Battle Scars", performing on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Conan.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130430124334/http://www.thelupendblog.com/2013/01/video-lupe-fiasco-x-guy-sebastian.html Lupe Fiasco x Guy Sebastian Perform "Battle Scars" on Jimmy Fallon]. thelupendblog. 3 January 2013. Archived from [http://www.thelupendblog.com/2013/01/video-lupe-fiasco-x-guy-sebastian.html the original] on 3 January 2013.[http://teamcoco.com/video/lupe-fiasco-feat-guy-sebastion-battle-scars-02-13-13 Lupe Fiasco feat. Guy Sebastian "Battle Scars" 02/13/13] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130216043908/http://teamcoco.com/video/lupe-fiasco-feat-guy-sebastion-battle-scars-02-13-13 |date=16 February 2013 }}. teamcoco.com. 14 February 2013. Retrieved 14 February 2013 From March to June 2013 he toured Australia with the 47-date Get Along Tour.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130408112624/http://guysebastian.com.au/ Get Along Tour 2013]. Guy Sebastian official site. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/ the original] on 4 April 2013. Sebastian won two 2013 ARIA Awards, Best Pop Release for Armageddon, and Best Live Act for the Get Along Tour. He was also nominated for Album of the Year and Best Male Act for Armageddon and Song of the Year for "Get Along".Zuel, Bernard (2 December 2013). [https://web.archive.org/web/20131202055154/http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/no-idol-threat-as-guy-sebastian-and-jessica-mauboy-beat-curse-at-arias-20131201-2yju8.html No Idol threat as Guy Sebastian and Jessica Mauboy beat curse at ARIAs]. Sydney Morning Herald. Archived from the original [http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/no-idol-threat-as-guy-sebastian-and-jessica-mauboy-beat-curse-at-arias-20131201-2yju8.html#ixzz2mE2fOM] on 2 December 2013.[https://web.archive.org/web/20131019092752/http://www.aria.com.au/pages/documents/FineArtsandArtisanRecipientsARIANominatedArtistsAnnounced_151013.pdf 27th ARIA Award Nominations]. Australian Recording Industry Association. 15 October 2013. Archived from [http://www.aria.com.au/pages/documents/FineArtsandArtisanRecipientsARIANominatedArtistsAnnounced_151013.pdf the original] on 15 October 2013.

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In October 2013 Sebastian released "Like a Drum", the lead single from his eighth studio album. Debuting at number four, it became his 12th top ten single in Australia, and his tenth to reach the top five. It was certified 4× platinum in Australia. Sebastian opened for Taylor Swift on the Australian leg of her Red Tour.Adams, Cameron (16 May 2013). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130619233925/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-will-open-for-taylor-swift-on-her-stadium-tour-of-australia/story-e6frfn09-1226643385758 Guy Sebastian will open for Taylor Swift on her stadium tour of Australia]. news.com.au. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-will-open-for-taylor-swift-on-her-stadium-tour-of-australia/story-e6frfn09-1226643385758 the original] on 27 May 2013. "Like a Drum" was released in the United States, Canada, and Europe in January 2014 through The Cherry Party and RCA Records.{{cite web|title=Guy Sebastian's Infectious EDM Adventure "Like A Drum" Gets A US Release| date=14 January 2014 |url=http://www.idolator.com/7501409/guy-sebastian-like-a-drum-us-release|publisher=www.idolator.com}} The song reached number 20 on the Billboard Dance Club Chart and 49 and platinum certification in Sweden.{{cite magazine|url=http://www.billboard.com/artist/303274/guy-sebastian/chart|title=Guy Sebastian Chart history|magazine=Billboard|publisher=Nielsen Business Media, Inc |date= 30 November 2013|access-date=3 December 2014}}[http://swedishcharts.com/showinterpret.asp?interpret=Guy+Sebastian Guy Sebastian on Swedish Charts]. Sverigetopplistan archives. Hung Medien. Retrieved 28 June 2014{{cite web |url=http://www.sverigetopplistan.se/|title=Sverige Toplistan: Sök |publisher=Sverigetopplistan |access-date=13 October 2013 |format=To retrieve the certification, enter "Guy Sebastian" in the upper right box "Sök", and then click on "Visa" on Like A Drum |language=sv}} The second single, "Come Home With Me", reached number 13 on the Aria Singles Chart and platinum certification. The third single, "Mama Ain't Proud" featuring 2 Chainz, peaked at number 17 and reached gold certification. Sebastian received two 2014 ARIA nominations, Best Male Artist for "Come Home With Me" and Song of the Year for "Like a Drum". Sebastian's eighth album, Madness, was released on 21 November 2014 and debuted at number six and was certified gold. The album also reached number 34 in Sweden in 2015.[http://www.swedishcharts.com/showinterpret.asp?interpret=Guy+Sebastian Guy Sebastian-Madness]. swedishcharts.com. Hung Medien. Retrieved 9 June 2015.

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The fourth single "Linger" reached number 17 and platinum certification. Sebastian held an arena tour in Australia in February 2015 to support the album release.McCabe, Kathy (7 August 2014). [https://web.archive.org/web/20140816234501/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-to-play-australian-arenas-on-madness-tour-2015/story-e6frfn29-1227015718069 Guy Sebastian to play Australian arenas on Madness tour 2015]. news.com.au. Archived from the original [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastian-to-play-australian-arenas-on-madness-tour-2015/story-e6frfn29-1227015718069] on 16 August 2014. "Like a Drum" received 2015 APRA nominations for Pop Work of the Year and Most Played Australian Work..[https://web.archive.org/web/20150226122812/http://themusic.com.au/news/all/2015/02/26/peer-voted-apra-music-awards-name-2015-nominees/ Peer-Voted APRA Music Awards Name 2015 Nominees]. themusic.com.au. 26 February 2015. Archived from [http://themusic.com.au/news/all/2015/02/26/peer-voted-apra-music-awards-name-2015-nominees/ the original] on 26 February 2015. Sebastian was chosen as the Australian entrant in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015, making him the first artist to represent Australia in the competition. He performed the song "Tonight Again", and placed fifth in the competition overall. "Tonight Again" debuted at number 12 in Australia. It also charted at number five in Iceland, 16 in Austria, 22 in Sweden and reached the top 50 of the German and Swiss charts.[http://acharts.us/song/92872 Guy Sebastian - Tonight Again]. acharts.us. Retrieved 30 May 2015.[https://web.archive.org/web/20150614051036/http://www.tonlist.is/Music/Chartlist/679/ Guy Sebastian – Tonight Again, Chartlist week 23, 2015]. Tonlist. Archived from [http://www.tonlist.is/Music/Chartlist/679/ the original] on 9 June 2015.[http://austriancharts.at/showitem.asp?interpret=Guy+Sebastian&titel=Tonight+Again&cat=s Guy Sebastian - Tonight Again]. AustrianCharts.at. Retrieved 4 June 2015. It achieved gold certification in Sweden.{{cite web |url=http://www.sverigetopplistan.se/|title=Sverige Toplistan: Sök |publisher=Sverigetopplistan |access-date=29 September 2015 |format=To retrieve the certification, enter "Guy Sebastian" in the upper right box "Sök", and then click on "Visa" on Tonight Again |language=sv}} Sebastian toured in Europe in August and September, performing in Sweden, Germany, Norway and The Netherlands.Gallagher, Robyn (11 August 2015).[https://web.archive.org/web/20160304114714/http://wiwibloggs.com/2015/08/11/australia-guy-sebastian-announces-european-tour/100934/ Guy Sebastian Announces Madness European Tour]. wiwiBlogs.com. Archived from [http://wiwibloggs.com/2015/08/11/australia-guy-sebastian-announces-european-tour/100934/ the original] on 17 December 2015. He was nominated for 2015 ARIA Award for Best Male Artist for "Tonight Again".Baroni, Nastassia (7 October 2015).[https://web.archive.org/web/20151010023455/http://musicfeeds.com.au/news/courtney-barnett-hermitude-tame-impala-lead-2015-aria-award-nominations/ Courtney Barnett, Hermitude, Tame Impala Lead 2015 ARIA Award Nominations]. musicfeeds.com.au. Archived from [http://musicfeeds.com.au/news/courtney-barnett-hermitude-tame-impala-lead-2015-aria-award-nominations/ the original] on 7 October 2015. He returned to the judging panel of the Australian version of The X Factor after a two-year absence to replace Redfoo. In November 2015 he released "Black & Blue". The song reached number 17, and achieved platinum certification. In January and February 2016 he held a 35 date Australian regional tour..Cashmere, Paul. (12 November 2015).[https://web.archive.org/web/20151119025047/http://www.noise11.com/news/music-news-guy-sebastian-to-head-out-on-extensive-australian-tour-for-2016-20151112 Guy Sebastian to Head Out On Extensive Australian Tour in 2016]. Noise11. Archived from [http://www.noise11.com/news/music-news-guy-sebastian-to-head-out-on-extensive-australian-tour-for-2016-20151112 the original] on 17 November 2015. Sebastian received 2016 ARIA Award nominations for Best Male Artist and Best Video for "Black & Blue".

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In late 2016 Sebastian released two singles, "Candle" which peaked at 59, and "Set in Stone" which reached number 11, and has been certified double platinum.[https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20160919140100/http://pandora.nla.gov.au/pan/23790/20160920-0001/Issue1386.pdf The ARIA Report – Issue #1386]{{cbignore|bot=medic}}. Australian Recording Industry Association Retrieved 12 November 2016 Sebastian released Part 1 EP in December 2016. It was released digitally on 2 December, and peaked at number 31 on the ARIA Album Chart.[http://www.ariacharts.com.au/charts/albums-chart ARIA Albums Chart]. ARIA Charts. Retrieved 10 December 2016. The physical cd was released on 16 December.Ryan Gavin (16 December 2016).[http://www.noise11.com/news/new-music-releases-for-16-december-2016-20161216 New Music Releases For 16 December 2016].Noise11 . Retrieved 16 December 2016. A third single, "Mind On You", did not chart. In March and April 2017 Sebastian toured the Australian eastern states to preview songs from his next album.[https://web.archive.org/web/20181229233607/https://themusic.com.au/news/all/2017/02/06/guy-sebastian-unveils-intimate-headline-dates-to-preview-new-album/ Guy Sebastian Unveils Intimate Headline Dates To Preview New Album] the music.com.au. 6 February 2017. Archived from [http://themusic.com.au/news/all/2017/02/06/guy-sebastian-unveils-intimate-headline-dates-to-preview-new-album/ the original] on 17 March 2017 In September 2017, Sebastian released the single "High On Me" and announced his album Conscious would be released on 3 November 2017. He also announced a November tour of the mainland capital cities and Newcastle.[https://web.archive.org/web/20170902150746/https://www.auspop.com.au/2017/09/guy-sebastian-confirms-conscious-announces-tour/ Guy Sebastian confirms Conscious; announces tour] auspOp. 1 September 2017. Archived from [https://www.auspop.com.au/2017/09/guy-sebastian-confirms-conscious-announces-tour/ the original] on 2 September 2017 "Keep Me Coming Back" and "Vesuvius" were released as promotional singles from Conscious, ahead of the album release. It was also confirmed "Set in Stone" was also included in the album. "Set in Stone" was nominated for an ARIA Award for Song of the Year.[http://themusic.com.au/news/all/2017/10/10/the-full-aria-award-2017-nominees-list-is-here/ The Full ARIA Award 2017 Nominees List Is Here] themusic.com.au. 10 October 2017. Retrieved 2 September 2017 "Bloodstone", the second official single peaked at number 59 and was certified platinum, with Conscious debuting at number four.

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On 4 October 2018, Sebastian released "Before I Go", the lead single from his ninth studio album, T.R.U.T.H. It peaked at number 43 and was certified platinum.{{cite web|url=https://www.instagram.com/p/Bofsq46lz5D/ |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/s/instagram/Bofsq46lz5D |archive-date=26 December 2021 |url-access=registration|title=@guysebastian on Instagram: "Surprise! I have a new single coming your way on November 2nd. Pre-save is available from tomorrow. #BeforeIGo 🏃🏽"|website=Instagram|language=en|access-date=15 October 2018}}{{cbignore}} He was featured as a coachto replace Joe Jonas on The Voice Australia from the 2019 season to the 2024 season, then later got replaced by Richard Marx.{{cite press release |last1=Lovett |first1=Mia |title=Guy Sebastian is the New Superstar Coach on The Voice |url=https://www.nineentertainmentco.com.au/2018/11/14/14/24/guy-sebastian-is-the-new-superstar-coach-on-the-voice |website=nineforbrands.com.au |publisher=Nine Entertainment Company |access-date=3 January 2021 |language=en-AU |date=14 November 2018}} Sebastian was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours in recognition of his "significant service to the music industry and charitable initiatives". In June 2019 he released the single "Choir", reached number seven, and has been certified 4× platinum.[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/httpwww.aria.com.aupagesSinglesAccreds2020.htm ARIA Accreditations – 2020 Singles]. Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). Retrieved 9 February 2020. Sebastian toured Australia in September and October with his Ridin' With You Tour.Fuamoli, Sosefina (10 June 2019)[https://musicfeeds.com.au/news/guy-sebastian-announces-september-australian-tour/ Guy Sebastian Announces September Australian Tour]. Music Feeds. Retrieved 11 June 2019. On 1 October 2019, it was announced that Sebastian would host the ARIA Music Awards of 2019.{{cite web|url=https://themusicnetwork.com/2019-aria-awards-host-guy-sebastian/|title=Guy Sebastian 'pumped & honoured' to host 2019 ARIA Awards |website= themusicnetwork|date=1 October 2019 |access-date=1 October 2019 }} He received 2019 ARIA Award nominations for Best Male Artist and Best Pop Release, and won for Best Video and Song of the Year for "Choir". The single "Standing with You" was released in June 2020 and peaked at number ten, Sebastian's 14th top ten single in Australia. It has reached gold certification.

In October 2020, Sebastian released his ninth studio album, T.R.U.T.H., which debuted at number 1 on the ARIA charts, becoming Sebastian's third career ARIA number 1 album.{{cite web|url=https://www.aria.com.au/charts/news/guy-sebastian-claims-third-aria-1-album-with-truth|title=Guy Sebastian claims third ARIA #1 album with T. R. U. T. H.|website=ARIA|date=24 October 2020|access-date=25 October 2020}} The album has been certified gold.{{cite web|url=http://cdn.aria.com.au/pdfs/4DB6134170D3B2D514943607F12B8CDE5233DFCDF02A10EF351FB029C7D28FC1/ARIA%20Albums%20Chart.pdf?seq=35|title=ARIA Albums Chart W/C 15 February 2021|website=ARIA|access-date=13 February 2021}} Sebastian won ARIA Award for Best Video for "Standing With You" at the 2020 ARIA Music Awards.

In August 2023, Sebastian announced the release of "I Choose Good"; the first new music in three years.{{cite web|url=https://themusic.com.au/news/guy-sebastian-announces-first-new-music-in-three-years/VubkSEtKTUw/02-08-23|title= Guy Sebastian Announces First New Music In Three Years|website=The Music|date= 2 August 2023|access-date=5 August 2023}} In 2025, Sebastian made his acting debut in the film Hindi Vindi.

Sebastian cites a number of musicians as his musical influences, including Sam Cooke, Otis Redding, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Chicago, and Boyz II Men.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130925141951/http://thecelebritycafe.com/interview/guy-sebastian-australian-idol-x-factor-08-23-2010 Guy Sebastian: From 'Australian Idol' to 'X Factor']. The Celebrity Cafe. 23 August 2010. Archived from [http://thecelebritycafe.com/interview/guy-sebastian-australian-idol-x-factor-08-23-2010 the original] on 21 January 2012. His music has crossed many genres, including pop, R&B, funk, smokey soul, gospel, jazz, pop rock, Memphis soul covers, '60s soul/pop and electro R&B.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120406214859/http://www.uctv.fm/site/play/47-Guy-Sebastian-Undercover-Interviews Undercover interviews Guy Sebastian]. uctv.com.fm. Archived from [http://www.uctv.fm/site/play/47-Guy-Sebastian-Undercover-Interviews the original] on 21 January 2012. While Sebastian's first three albums showed elements of soul, it was The Memphis Album which consolidated his reputation as a soul musician. Reviewers almost unanimously agreed he had captured the spirit and essence of the Memphis soul classics. It was the critical and public reception for The Memphis Album which gave Sebastian the confidence to stay with the soul genre for his fifth album, Like It Like That. In an interview with The Age he said he was told early in his career, "If you self-indulge and just do what you're into, you're going to corner your market. Soul music isn't big here." but "the most comfortable I've ever felt in the studio was during The Memphis Album. And the success of that prompted me to make a record like this one. Because I realised that this isn't obscure music."[https://web.archive.org/web/20121105052929/http://www.theage.com.au/news/entertainment/music/2009/10/15/1255195865959.html?page=fullpage Like him like that]. The Age. 18 October 2009. Archived from [http://www.theage.com.au/news/entertainment/music/2009/10/15/1255195865959.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1 the original] on 21 January 2012.

The Daily Telegraph music editor Kathy McCabe said: "Sometimes it takes four records, with a detour into 'concepts' covers territory to find where you fit. Sebastian has found his niche with Like It Like That, which expertly balances the line between radio friendly pop and classic soul."McCabe, Kathy. (30 October 2009). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120308150403/http://gsinfo-soulfan.blogspot.com/2010/07/like-it-like-that-review-daily_10.html Like It Like That review]. blogspot.com. (Source: The Daily Telegraph). Archived from [http://gsinfo-soulfan.blogspot.com/2010/07/like-it-like-that-review-daily_10.html the original] on 21 January 2012. Paul Cashmere from Undercover wrote: "By covering the classics on The Memphis Album Guy Sebastian discovered Guy Sebastian. [...] If The Memphis Album was Guy's initiation into becoming a Soul Man then Like It Like That is the graduation."Cashmere, Paul (22 October 2009). [https://web.archive.org/web/20091022183244/http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=9301_Guy_Sebastian_Earns_His_Soul_Man_Stripes Guy Sebastian Earns His Soul Man Stripes]. undercover.com.au. Archived from [https://archive.today/20121230210330/http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=9301 the original] on 22 October 2009. In an interview for the release of his seventh album Armageddon, Sebastian spoke of how much The Memphis Album still influences his music: "I got to work with some people who were instrumental in shaping the careers of artists who heavily influence me. Artists like Otis Redding, Sam & Dave and Sam Cooke. Being entrenched in that sort of environment really caused me to go 'You know what dude. Do what you want to do. Do what comes natural to you'. [...] From that Memphis thing a few years ago it's always going to start with me being true to who I want to be and what I enjoy singing."[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyPY5gtqZyU Guy Sebastian Interview - Armageddon]. YouTube. 28 October 2012. Retrieved on 15 December 2014.

Sebastian began writing songs before entering Australian Idol. "All I Need Is You", the second single from his debut album Just as I Am was written when he was a teenager, and fine-tuned during his time on Idol. He also wrote gospel songs for his church during his teenage years. One of them, "Adore", was included in their 2004 album Paradise Live: Adore.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120415034059/http://www.cylist.com/List/406350774/ Paradise Live: Adore CD Track Listing]. cylist.com. Archived from [http://www.cylist.com/List/406350774/ the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian wrote or co-wrote most of the songs on his albums Beautiful Life and Closer to the Sun, and all the tracks on his albums Like It Like That and Armageddon. In an article in The Daily Telegraph, Kathy McCabe said of his songwriting skills, "Sebastian has matured into a genuine hitmaker, his gift with melody so finely-honed he can pretty much punch out a catchy number in his sleep."McCabe, Kathy (28 December 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120930023028/http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/songs-you-cant-get-out-of-your-head/story-fn6ccwsa-1225966584019 Songs you can't get out of your head]. The Daily Telegraph. Archived from [http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/songs-you-cant-get-out-of-your-head/story-fn6ccwsa-1225966584019 the original] on 22 January 2012. Jamie Horne wrote in The Border Mail, "The inaugural winner's longevity [...] can be attributed to the fact that he's an accomplished musician and songwriter" and AllMusic reviewer Jon O'Brien said, "it's a testament to his vocal abilities and songwriting skills that, unlike many of his fellow winners, he's remained popular enough to see out his rather ambitious Sony contract [...] a subtle and natural progression with each album, explains why he's managed to survive once the show's publicity machine died down."Horne, Jamie (24 November 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120306063746/http://www.bordermail.com.au/blogs/music-reviews/guy-sebastian-twenty-ten-sony/2007189.aspx Guy Sebastian – Twenty Ten (Sony)]. The Border Mail. Archived from yo [http://www.bordermail.com.au/blogs/music-reviews/guy-sebastian-twenty-ten-sony/2007189.aspx the original] on 29 January 2012.O'Brien, Jon. [https://web.archive.org/web/20170729035106/http://www.allmusic.com/album/twenty-ten-greatest-hits-r2081576/review Twenty Ten: Greatest Hits]. allmusic.com. Archived from [http://www.allmusic.com/album/twenty-ten-greatest-hits-r2081576/review the original] on 29 January 2012.

In 2008 "Receive the Power", a gospel song written by Sebastian and Gary Pinto, was chosen as the official anthem for the Roman Catholic Church's XXIII World Youth Day.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120322021404/http://famvin.org/en/2007/05/17/australian-idol-wrote-world-youth-day-anthem/ Australian Idol Wrote World Youth Day Anthem]. famvin.org. 17 May 2007. Archived from [http://famvin.org/en/archive/australian-idol-wrote-world-youth-day-anthem the original] {{Webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20120708225423/http://famvin.org/en/archive/australian-idol-wrote-world-youth-day-anthem |date=8 July 2012 }} on 21 January 2012. "Art of Love", co-written by Adam Reilly, was shortlisted for the APRA Song of the Year in 2010.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120302205315/http://musicfeeds.com.au/news/voting-now-open-for-apras-song-of-the-year-award/ Voting Now Open For APRA's 'Song Of The Year' Award]. musicfeeds.com.au. 18 March 2010. Archived from [http://musicfeeds.com.au/news/voting-now-open-for-apras-song-of-the-year-award/ the original] on 21 January 2012. "All to Myself", written with Carl Dimataga, and "Who's That Girl" were shortlisted for the 2011 APRA Song of the Year, with "Who's That Girl" winning the APRA Award for Urban Work of the Year.Treuen, Jason (24 March 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120324143921/http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/industry/2011/03/24/apra-reveals-song-of-the-year-contenders-award-details/ APRA reveals Song of the Year contenders]. The Music Network. Archived from [http://www.themusicnetwork.com/music-news/industry/2011/03/24/apra-reveals-song-of-the-year-contenders-award-details/ the original] on 21 January 2012.Kelton, Sam (22 June 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20110829011828/http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/ipad/our-guy-his-girl-crowned-the-best/story-fn6bqvxz-1226079584103 Our Guy, his girl crowned the best]. Adelaide Now. Archived from [http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/ipad/our-guy-his-girl-crowned-the-best/story-fn6bqvxz-1226079584103 the original] on 21 January 2012. "Don't Worry Be Happy" was shortlisted for the 2012 APRA Song of the Year.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120325202020/http://www.vmusic.com.au/pages/main-menu/news/latest-news/australian-song-of-the-year-finalists-announced Australian Song of the Year finalists announced]. V Music. Archived from [http://www.vmusic.com.au/pages/main-menu/news/latest-news/australian-song-of-the-year-finalists-announced the original] on 22 March 2012. "Battle Scars" won the R&B/Hip category in the 2013 International Songwriting Competition. "Get Along" was a finalist in the Pop/Top 40 category, and was awarded an honourable mention.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130302154916/http://songwritingcompetition.com/winners Finalists]. International Songwriting Competition 2013. Archived from [http://songwritingcompetition.com/winners the original] on 28 February 2013.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130501174001/http://www.songwritingcompetition.com/winners International Songwriting Competition Winners]. International Songwriting Competition. Archived from [http://www.songwritingcompetition.com/winners the original] on 30 April 2013. "Get Along" was also one of the final five nominees for the 2013 APRA Song of the Year.Adams, Cameron (23 May 2013). [https://archive.today/20130616134003/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/tame-impala-and-guy-sebastian-vie-for-apra-song-of-the-year-honour/story-fni0bvjn-1226649127165 Tame Impala and Guy Sebastian vie for APRA Song of the Year honour]. Herald Sun. 23 May 2013. Archived from [http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/tame-impala-and-guy-sebastian-vie-for-apra-song-of-the-year-honour/story-fni0bvjn-1226649127165 the original] on 23 May 2013. "Set in Stone" was shortlisted for the 2017 APRA Song of the Year, and "Black & Blue" was nominated for Pop Work of the Year..[https://web.archive.org/web/20170318161554/http://apraamcos.com.au/news/2017/march/2017-apra-music-award-nominees-announced 2017 APRA Music Award Nominees Announced]. APRA AMCOS. 15 March 2017. Archived from [http://apraamcos.com.au/news/2017/january/ab-original-and-flume-lead-2017-apra-song-of-the-year-top-20/ the original] on 17 March 2013..[https://web.archive.org/web/20170214222202/http://apraamcos.com.au/news/2017/january/ab-original-and-flume-lead-2017-apra-song-of-the-year-top-20/ A.B. Original and Flume lead 2017 APRA Song of the Year Top 20]. APRA AMCOS. January 2017. Archived from [http://apraamcos.com.au/news/2017/january/ab-original-and-flume-lead-2017-apra-song-of-the-year-top-20/ the original] on 17 March 2013.

Sebastian has a worldwide, long-term publishing agreement with Universal Music Publishing.[https://web.archive.org/web/20100525120442/http://www.apra-amcos.com.au/musiccreators/musicpublishers/publisherheadlines.aspx Publisher Headlines]. Apra-amcos.com.au. December 2009. Archived from [http://www.apra-amcos.com.au/MusicCreators/MusicPublishers/PublisherHeadlines.aspx the original] on 25 May 2010. He has written songs for other artists, including co-writing "Dot Com", a song performed by Usher on Rhythm City Volume One: Caught Up.Browne, Sally (23 June 2012). [https://archive.today/20121230225954/http://www.couriermail.com.au/life/whatson/guy-sebastian-is-just-an-ordinary-guy/story-fn8zv21o-1226404406139 Guy Sebastian is just an ordinary guy]. Courier Mail. Archived from [http://www.couriermail.com.au/life/whatson/guy-sebastian-is-just-an-ordinary-guy/story-fn8zv21o-1226404406139 the original] on 9 October 2012. He also has an interest in production and co-produced The Memphis Album with Steve Cropper. He has his own recording studio, Cooper Lane Studio, where he produces and engineers some of his music, and which is also used by other musicians.Stward, Andy (17 March 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120322152159/http://www.audiotechnology.com.au/magazine/at73-out-now/ Feature – Oh my god. It's Guy Sebastian]. Audio Technology Magazine, issue 73. Archived from [http://www.audiotechnology.com.au/magazine/at73-out-now/ the original] on 31 January 2012. He produced a song called "Think of Me" for 2009 Australian Idol Stan Walker's debut album, as well as playing most of the musical instruments on the track.Adams, Cameron (10 December 2009). [https://web.archive.org/web/20121005163629/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/review-australian-idols-stan-walkers-debut-album-introducing-stan-walker/story-e6frf9hf-1225809137824 Australian Idol's Stan Walker's debut album]. Herald Sun. Archived from [http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/review-australian-idols-stan-walkers-debut-album-introducing-stan-walker/story-e6frf9hf-1225809137824 the original] on 22 January 2012.

World Youth Day, July 2008: "Receive the Power" a song written by Sebastian and Gary Pinto was chosen as the official anthem for the Roman Catholic Church's XXIII World Youth Day (WYD08) held in Sydney in 2008. The song also features the vocals of Paulini Curuenavuli, who competed with Sebastian on the first season of Australian Idol.[http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=56420751 Receive the Power WYD08 Theme Song] {{Webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20121229170931/http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=56420751 |date=29 December 2012 }}. Myspace Videos. Retrieved 20 June 2009. "Receive the Power" was released in English and also an international version with the chorus in English and verses in Italian, Spanish and French. It was used extensively throughout the six days of World Youth Day in July 2008, and also in the television coverage which went around the world. Sebastian and Curuenavuli performed both the English and International versions at the final Mass at Randwick Race Course on 20 July which was attended by 400,000 people.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120131175526/http://www.catholic.org/wyd08/story.php?id=28655 400,000 Faithful for World Youth Day Final Mass]. Catholic Online. 20 July 2008. Archived from [http://www.catholic.org/wyd08/story.php?id=28655 the original] on 22 January 2012. They also performed "Receive the Power" at the Pope's Farewell.

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Olivia Newton-John & Friends Concert, September 2008: This concert was held at the State Theatre in Sydney to raise funds for Newton-John's Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal. Sebastian was chosen to sing a duet with Newton-John. They sang her iconic hit from Grease, "Summer Nights".[https://web.archive.org/web/20130926202636/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/olivia-newton-johns-the-one-guy-sebastian-wants/story-e6frfmqr-1111117629322 Olivia Newton John's the one Guy Sebastian wants]. The Daily Telegraph. 1 October 2008. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/olivia-newton-johns-the-one-guy-sebastian-wants/story-e6frfmqr-1111117629322 the original] on 22 January 2012.

Oscar Haven – Los Angeles, February 2009: Sebastian was a headline act at an Oscar Haven party hosted by Stardust Pictures and Jamie Kennedy.Davalos, Adriana. [https://web.archive.org/web/20130420210648/http://www.lasplash.com/publish/Entertainment_Celebrity_Gift_Suites/Haven_Pre-Oscars_2009_Gift_House_Review_printer.php Haven Pre-Oscars 2009 Gift House Review]. lasplash.com. Archived from [http://www.lasplash.com/publish/Entertainment_Celebrity_Gift_Suites/Haven_Pre-Oscars_2009_Gift_House_Review_printer.php the original] on 22 January 2012. Haven is held during Oscar week and invitees include Film Academy nominees as well as actors and insiders from film, television and music industries.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120306074619/http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/worldcharms-participates-in-the-oscars-week-haven-swag-event-87394.php WorldCharms Participates in the Oscars Week Haven Swag Event]. 24-7pressrelease.com. 13 February 2009. Archived from [http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/worldcharms-participates-in-the-oscars-week-haven-swag-event-87394.php the original] on 22 January 2012.

9th Annual NON-COMMvention – Philadelphia, May 2009: Sebastian performed with Steve Cropper and David Ryan Harris at the 9th Annual NON-COMMvention.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120307141714/http://xpn.org/allaboutthemusic/the-derek-trucks-band-and-guy-sebastian-featuring-steve-cropper-played-xpns-free-at-noon-today-2078 The Derek Trucks Band and Guy Sebastian featuring Steve Cropper Played XPN's at Noon]. wxpn.org. 29 May 2009. Archived from [http://xpn.org/allaboutthemusic/the-derek-trucks-band-and-guy-sebastian-featuring-steve-cropper-played-xpns-free-at-noon-today-2078 the original] on 22 January 2012. The event is the premier annual conference for North America's non-commercial Triple A radio.[https://web.archive.org/web/20100422220906/http://xpn.org/allaboutthemusic/radio-video-33-the-2009-noncommvention-2097 Radio video #33 – The 2009 NonCOMMvention]. wxpn.org. 8 June 2009. Archived from [http://xpn.org/allaboutthemusic/radio-video-33-the-2009-noncommvention-2097 the original] on 22 January 2012.

Australian launch of Michael Jackson's This Is It DVD, March 2010: Sebastian and Delta Goodrem were chosen by the Jackson estate to perform at the Australian launch of This Is It.Adams, Cameron (17 February 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120302172719/http://www.couriermail.com.au/entertainment/music/delta-goodrem-strips-things-back-to-basics-for-next-album/story-e6freqgx-1225831718744 Delta Goodrem strips things back to basics for next album]. Courier Mail. Archived from [http://www.couriermail.com.au/entertainment/music/delta-goodrem-strips-things-back-to-basics-for-next-album/story-e6freqgx-1225831718744 the original] on 22 January 2012. They performed "Earth Song". The invitation only event was attended by the film's director Kenny Ortega and Jackson's brother Jackie Jackson[http://www.take40.com/news/18500/sydney's-all-star-tribute-to-michael-jackson's-'this-is-it'! Sydney's All Star Tribute to Michael Jackson's 'This Is It'!] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131013224225/http://www.take40.com/news/18500/sydney%27s-all-star-tribute-to-michael-jackson%27s-%27this-is-it%27%21 |date=13 October 2013 }}. Take40. 3 March 2010. Retrieved 11 March 2010.

Oprah Winfrey's official welcome to Sydney and wrap up party, December 2010: Sebastian was the guest performer at an event at Sydney's Botanical Gardens to officially welcome Oprah Winfrey and her American audience members to Australia.Byrnes, Holly (13 December 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20120101131409/http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/television/true-blue-oprah-keeps-it-real-with-backyard-barbecue-and-vb/story-e6frfmyi-1225969843923 True blue Oprah keeps it real with backyard barbecue and VB]. news.com.au. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/television/true-blue-oprah-keeps-it-real-with-backyard-barbecue-and-vb/story-e6frfmyi-1225969843923 the original] on 3 February 2012. Winfrey was in Australia to record two of her shows at the Sydney Opera House.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kd1dpJ4e02A Excerpt from Network 10 News coverage on Oprah's Australian visit]. YouTube. Retrieved 2 January 2011. Sebastian sang for Winfrey a second time when she requested he perform at her private crew wrap-up party.Prior, David (24 December 2010). [https://web.archive.org/web/20110226151522/http://www.2ue.com.au/blogs/2ue-blog/guy-sebastian-on-oprahs-charms/20101224-196t0.html Guy Sebastian on Oprah's charms]. 2UE Fairfax Media. Archived from [http://www.2ue.com.au/blogs/2ue-blog/guy-sebastian-on-oprahs-charms/20101224-196t0.html the original] on 3 February 2012.

G'Day USA, January 2011 and 2012: G'Day USA is an annual two-week program designed to showcase Australian business capabilities, and is the largest foreign country promotion held in the US.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051252/http://www.getfarming.com.au/pages/farming/news_view.php?nId=11010063 G'Day USA promotes Australia]. Get Farming Australia. 14 January 2011. Archived from [http://www.getfarming.com.au/pages/farming/news_view.php?nId=11010063 the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian and the Qantas Choir were the entertainers at the 2011 Black Tie Gala in Los Angeles. Sebastian performed his own songs and also a medley of Bee Gees songs prior to Barry Gibb being honoured for excellence in Music at the event.[https://web.archive.org/web/20111223194555/http://www.3aw.com.au/blogs/donna-demaio-gossip-blog/donna-demaio-says-gday-from-la/20110123-1a0zj.html Donna Demaio says G'Day from LA]. 3aw.com.au. 23 January 2011. Archived from [http://www.3aw.com.au/blogs/donna-demaio-gossip-blog/donna-demaio-says-gday-from-la/20110123-1a0zj.html the original] on 22 January 2012. During G'Day USA 2012 he performed at the American Australian Association Black Tie Gala in New York and the Australian American Chamber of Commerce Gala in Houston Texas.[https://www.webcitation.org/64y31PWbs?url=http://www.thesearchengine.net/page/2012/01/01/e9b314400272264fad1a5ce7f572a9e8.html Black Tie Gala New York].thesearchengine.net. Archived from [http://www.thesearchengine.net/page/2012/01/01/e9b314400272264fad1a5ce7f572a9e8.html the original] on 22 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120110232438/http://www.aacc-houston.org/australia-week/australia-day-gala/overview Join us in celebrating the dramatic and diverse wonders of this amazing Land Down Under]. aacc-houston.org. Archived from [http://www.aacc-houston.org/australia-week/australia-day-gala/overview the original] on 25 January 2012.

Grammy week – Los Angeles, February 2011: During Grammy week each year there are many events leading up to the Grammy Awards night.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120122183810/http://www.grammy.com/news/oh-what-a-week Oh What a week] grammy.com. 4 February 2011. Archived from [http://www.grammy.com/news/oh-what-a-week the original] on 31 January 2012. Sebastian was invited to perform at two of these events in 2011. He performed at The Black Eyed Peas Peapod Benefit Concert which was attended by musicians, DJ's, philanthropists, Hollywood celebrities and industry executives.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130729014915/http://cmpr.net/press-releases/2011/02/black-eyed-peas-7th-annual-peapod-benefit-concert-gave-everyone-time-their-li The Black Eyed Peas 7th Annual Peapod Benefit Concert Gave Everyone "The Time Of Their Life"]. cmpr.net. Archived from [http://cmpr.net/press-releases/2011/02/black-eyed-peas-7th-annual-peapod-benefit-concert-gave-everyone-time-their-li the original] on 22 January 2012. He also performed at the Roots Pre Grammy Jam Session. The Roots are a Grammy Award winning hip hop and neo soul American band. During Grammy week they hold a jam session and invite other musicians to perform with them. Their 2011 jam session was hosted by Jimmy Fallon and other performers included Sara Bareilles, Lalah Hathaway, Booker T. Jones and Chaka Khan.Marino, Kelly (13 February 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20110222192727/http://www.vh1.com/news/articles/1657826/20110213/index.jhtml Roots Host Genre-Spanning, Star-Studded Pre-Grammy Jam Session] vh1.com. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20110222192727/http://www.vh1.com/news/articles/1657826/20110213/index.jhtml the original] on 22 January 2012.

CHOGM 2011 Opening Ceremony – Perth, Western Australia October 2011: Sebastian performed "Agents of Change", a song written by him especially for the event, at the opening ceremony of the biannual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). In attendance at the ceremony were Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Julia Gillard, the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth and heads of government from all 53 Commonwealth nations.

The GRAMMY Foundation's 15th Annual Music Preservation Project – Los Angeles, February 2013: Held each year during Grammy Week, in 2013 the event was "Play It Forward: A Celebration Of Music's Evolution And Influencers". It explored the history of legendary influencers in music, the music they inspired and their impact on the American cultural landscape. Lupe Fiasco and Sebastian were chosen to perform "Battle Scars" as the finale of the concert. Other performers included Dionne Warwick, LeAnn Rimes and Ed Sheeran.Thomas, Belinda (8 February 2013). Lupe Fiasco & Guy Sebastian performs 'Battle Scars' for Grammy Foundation. examiner.com

In May 2022, Sebastian started a court case against his former manager, Titus Day, accused of embezzling $900,000. Several days into the trial, District Court of New South Wales Judge Peter Zahra died after suffering a stroke before the court session on Friday 6 May. On Monday 9 May, Judge James Bennett addressed the court and announced his colleague's death and that the case would resume before another judge a week later.[https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-05-09/judge-peter-zahra-dies-guy-sebastian-ex-manager-trial/101048804 Judge Peter Zahra dies after suffering a stroke, days into fraud trial of Guy Sebastian's ex-manager] ABC News 9 May 2022 In June, Day was found guilty of having embezzled Sebastian of $620,000.[https://7news.com.au/news/crime/guy-sebastians-ex-manager-embezzled-money-c-7359307 Guy Sebastian’s ex-manager learns fate in embezzlement case] Seven News 30 June 2022[https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/guy-sebastians-former-manager-titus-day-secures-big-court-win/news-story/dfc87c053f08d783b5fb2a35cdf022c1 Guy Sebastian’s former manager Titus Day secures big court win] News.com.au 12 July 2022

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In late 2007, after eight years of courtship, Sebastian and girlfriend Jules Egan became engaged. They were married in Manly, New South Wales, on 17 May 2008.[https://archive.today/20240525165211/https://www.webcitation.org/64sqRu0Uq?url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/national/guy-idolises-his-new-wife/story-e6frf7l6-1111116370432 Guy idolises his new wife]. Sunday Herald Sun. 18 May 2008. Archived from [http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23715607-662,00.html the original] on 22 January 2012. They have two sons born on 3 March 2012 and 17 April 2014.[https://web.archive.org/web/20131107061258/http://celebrities.ninemsn.com.au/blog.aspx?blogentryid=1157749&showcomments=true Guy Sebastian and wife Jules expecting second child]. ninemsn. Archived from [http://celebrities.ninemsn.com.au/blog.aspx?blogentryid=1157749&showcomments=true the original] on 8 November 2013.Hull, Christian (19 April 2014).[https://web.archive.org/web/20140419062224/http://www.safm.com.au/scoopla/music/blog/2014/4/guy-sebastian-welcomes-a-baby-boy/ Guy Sebastian Welcomes a Baby Boy!]. safm.com.au. Archived from [http://www.safm.com.au/scoopla/music/blog/2014/4/guy-sebastian-welcomes-a-baby-boy/ the original] on 19 April 2014.

File:Guy Sebastian on Cover of World Vision Magazine 2005.jpg Magazine. Dec 2005]]Throughout his career Sebastian has had a strong commitment to charity. He has been an ambassador for the Ronald McDonald House charities, and is currently an ambassador for the Australian Red Cross and Golden Stave, which is the Australian music and entertainment industry's charity fund raising organisation.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120418221947/http://www.goldenstave.com.au/events/detail.aspx?ParentPageID=60&EventGroupID=52 The Golden Stave Hall of Fame Dinner 2008]. Golden Stave. Archived from [http://www.goldenstave.com.au/events/detail.aspx?ParentPageID=60&EventGroupID=52 the original] on 22 January 2012. He is also an ambassador for World Vision Australia, and in 2005 he travelled to Uganda to film a World Vision documentary "An Idol in Africa" for a Network Ten television special.Sams, Christine (19 September 2005). [https://web.archive.org/web/20111122041917/http://www.smh.com.au/news/music/the-fros-african-education/2005/09/18/1126981938615.html The 'fro's African education]. The Sun-Herald. Archived from [http://www.smh.com.au/news/music/the-fros-african-education/2005/09/18/1126981938615.html the original] on 22 January 2012.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nB900xkzChM Guy Sebastian World Vision Documentary]. Google Videos. Retrieved 26 February 2009 Sebastian has continued his work with World Vision, supporting the Child Rescue program and the 40 Hour Famine. He has also been involved in the Make Poverty History coalition of which World Vision is a part.[https://web.archive.org/web/20111008084631/http://trans.worldvision.com.au/news/newsonline/viewArticle_enh.asp?articleID=433 World Vision News: Guy Sebastian]. World Vision Australia. February 2008. Archived from [https://www.worldvision.com.au/news/newsonline/viewArticle_enh.asp?articleID=433 the original] on 22 January 2012. In 2008 he was presented with the Extreme Inspiration Award at the Dolly Teen Choice Awards for his continuing support of World Vision.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120229144837/http://dolly.ninemsn.com.au/dtca/614249/dolly-teen-choice-awards-the-winners DOLLY Teen Choice Awards – the winners!]. ninemsn. 14 August 2008. Archived from [http://dolly.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=614249 the original] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090131220531/http://dolly.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=614249 |date=31 January 2009 }} on 22 January 2012. Sebastian is also strongly committed to the Sony Foundation, which raises funds to help young Australians facing homelessness, severe illness, disability and isolation.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120203152521/http://www.sonyfoundation.org.au/what-we-do.php Sony Foundation. What we do]. Sonyfoundation.corg.au. Archived from [http://www.sonyfoundation.org.au/what-we-do.php the original] on 22 January 2012. In 2009 the Sony CEO Denis Handlin said: "Every time I've asked Guy to get involved with the Sony Foundation through charity he's been completely proactive. Guy's been such a great ambassador for that, and a lot of it is under the radar but it just tells you so much about what a decent human being he is."[https://web.archive.org/web/20111005045104/http://www.novafm.com.au/nova100/Article_Sony-Proved-Why-It-s-An-Industry-leader_414 Sony Proved Why It's An Industry Leader]. novafm.com.au. Archived from [http://www.novafm.com.au/nova100/Article_Sony-Proved-Why-It-s-An-Industry-leader_414 the original] on 22 January 2012.

Sebastian contributes to many other charitable projects. In 2005 he was the guest performer on the annual Indian Pacific Outback Christmas Journey which raises money for the Royal Flying Doctor's Service.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051317/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829002416 The 'Fro Makes Tracks]. Guy Sebastian official website. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829002416 the original] on 22 January 2012. In 2008 he performed a series of 11 concerts with the Australian Army Band to raise funds for Legacy.Cashmere, Paul (18 September 2008). {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20120515221015/http://www.undercover.fm/news/6273-guy-sebastian-joins-the-army-tomorrow Guy Sebastian Joins The Army Tomorrow]}}. Undercover.com.au. Archived from [http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=6339 the original] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091021003040/http://www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=6339 |date=21 October 2009 }} on 22 January 2012. Legacy is a voluntary organisation which supports the families of deceased veterans.[http://www.legacy.com.au/ Legacy]. Legacy Australia. Retrieved 19 June 2010. The concerts were held in theatre venues around Australia and the funds raised went to the local Legacy branch in the area each concert was held.Quagliata, Chris(2 December 2008). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130324161212/http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/article/2008/12/02/25685_news.html Idol Guy performs in Townsville for worthy cause]. Townsville Bulletin. Archived from [http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/article/2008/12/02/25685_news.html the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian regularly performs at other fundraising events including Brisbane radio station B105's Christmas appeal for the Royal Children's Hospital,[https://web.archive.org/web/20120318103011/http://www.workingwonders.com.au/latest-news/guy-sebastian-working-wonders-for-sick-kids Guy Sebastian working wonders for sick kids]. workingwonders.com.au. 18 December 2009. Archived from [http://www.workingwonders.com.au/latest-news/guy-sebastian-working-wonders-for-sick-kids the original] on 22 January 2012. and Perth's annual Telethon.[https://web.archive.org/web/20130926005651/http://www.mediaspy.org/report/2009/10/05/perths-telethon-raises-6-4-million/ Perth telethon raises 6.4 million]. mediaspy.org. Archived from [http://www.mediaspy.org/report/2009/10/05/perths-telethon-raises-6-4-million/ the original] on 22 January 2012. He also donates his time to annual Christmas carol events such as Carols in the Domain, Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight, and Brisbane's Carols in the City.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120119110012/http://www.carolsinthedomain.com/line_up.php Australia's Biggest Names]. carolsinthedomain.com. Archived from [http://www.carolsinthedomain.com/line_up.php the original] on 22 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120205095915/http://www.visionaustralia.org.au/info.aspx?page=1209 A Proud History]. visionaustralia.org. Archived from [http://www.visionaustralia.org.au/info.aspx?page=1209 the original] on 22 January 2012.Feeney, Katherine (4 December 2008). [https://web.archive.org/web/20130926091209/http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/news/whatson/carols-in-the-city/2008/12/03/1228257121578.html Carols in the City]. brisbanetimes.com.au. Archived from [http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/news/whatson/carols-in-the-city/2008/12/03/1228257121578.html the original] on 22 January 2012. His songs are frequently featured on charity CDs including the Salvation Army Christmas fundraising CDs, The Spirit of Christmas albums.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120325023948/http://guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/archive.do?newsId=20030829003903 The Spirit Of Christmas 2006]. Guy Sebastian official website. 16 November 2006. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/archive.do?newsId=20030829003903 the original] on 22 January 2012.[https://web.archive.org/web/20120314203355/http://salvos.org.au/about-us/media-centre/documents/SpiritOfChristmas-MediaRelease.pdf Myer Continues To Share The Spirit Of Christmas] (pdf). salvos.org.au. Archived from [http://salvos.org.au/about-us/media-centre/documents/SpiritOfChristmas-MediaRelease.pdf the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian also makes unofficial appearances at hospitals several times a year.Tsirimokos, Natalie [https://web.archive.org/web/20120427041349/http://www.outincanberra.com.au/articles/guysebastiancanberrasoutherncrossclub Guy Sebastian @ Canberra Southern Cross Club]. outincanberra.com.au. Archived from [http://www.outincanberra.com.au/articles/guysebastiancanberrasoutherncrossclub the original] on 22 January 2012. Sebastian was an ambassador for the 2020 MEN-tality project for Beyond Blue shot by Peter Brew-Bevan, alongside Osher Gunsberg, Rodger Corser and Andrew Tierney.{{Cite web|title=Beautiful People 2020: Matty J, Osher Gunsberg, Guy Sebastian Advocate For Men's Mental Health|url=https://www.who.com.au/who-most-beautiful-2020-mentality-project|access-date=23 May 2021|website=Who|date=April 2020 |language=en-us}}

In 2013, Sebastian and his wife Jules formed The Sebastian Foundation.{{cite web |title=About the Sebastian Foundation |url=https://thesebastianfoundation.org/our-heartbeat/about-the-sebastian-foundation/ |website=thesebastianfoundation.org |access-date=3 January 2021}}

{{Main|Guy Sebastian discography}}

;Studio albums

• Just as I Am (2003)
• Beautiful Life (2004)
• Closer to the Sun (2006)
• The Memphis Album (2007)
• Like it Like That (2009)
• Armageddon (2012)
• Madness (2014)
• Conscious (2017)
• T.R.U.T.H. (2020)

{{Main|List of awards and nominations received by Guy Sebastian}}

Sebastian has been nominated for numerous awards during his career, winning many of them. These awards and nominations include ARIA Awards, ARIA No. 1 Chart Awards,[http://www.aria.com.au/pages/no1-awards-2004.htm Aria No.1 Awards]. Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 5 June 2010. APRA Awards, Australian Club Entertainment Awards, Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards, Urban Music Awards, and a Channel V Artist of the Year Award.

• 2004–05: Beautiful Life Tour
• 2007: Closer to the Sun Tour[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051331/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829004004 Closer To The Sun Tour 07]. Guy Sebastian official website. 7 December 2006. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829004004 the original] on 22 January 2012.
• 2007: Acoustic Tour[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051247/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005047 Guy Sebastian Launches Acoustic Tour This Week]. Guy Sebastian official website. 8 October 2007. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005047 the original] on 21 January 2012.
• 2008: The Memphis Tour[https://web.archive.org/web/20120310002640/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005306 Guy's On Fire: More Memphis Tour Dates]. Guy Sebastian official website. 25 January 2008. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829005306 the original] on 22 January 2012.
• 2009: Live & By Request Tour[https://web.archive.org/web/20090303233650/http://www.liveguide.com.au/Tours/621471/Guy_Sebastian/Guy_Sebastian_Live_By_Request_Tour Guy Sebastian 'Live & By Request' Tour]. liveguide.com.au. Archived from [http://www.liveguide.com.au/Tours/621471/Guy_Sebastian/Guy_Sebastian_Live_By_Request_Tour the original] on 22 January 2012.
• 2010: Like It Like That Tour
• 2010: Bring Yourself Tour
• 2010: Like It Like That Tour (USA)
• 2012: Armageddon tour
• 2013: Get Along Tour
• 2015: Madness Tour
• 2015: Madness European Tour
• 2016: You...Me...Us Tour
• 2017: Sub-Conscious Tour
• 2017: Conscious Tour
• 2018: Then and Now TourWilliams, Tom (28 March 2018)[https://musicfeeds.com.au/news/guy-sebastian-announces-huge-2018-now-tour/ Guy Sebastian Announces Huge 2018 'Then & Now' Tour]. Music Feeds. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
• 2019: Ridin' With You Tour.
• 2022: T.R.U.T.H. Tour{{Cite web |title=Guy Sebastian |url=https://www.awaresupertheatre.com.au/Whats-On/Events/Guy-Sebastian |access-date=2022-05-13 |website=ICCSydney |language=en}}
• 2022: T.R.U.T.H. on the East Side Tour{{Cite web |last=gregaitkin |date=2022-08-26 |title=GUY SEBASTIAN ANNOUNCES A NEW EAST COAST REGIONAL AUSTRALIA TOUR - News |url=https://guysebastian.com/blog/guy-sebastian-announces-a-news-east-coast-regional-australia-tour/ |access-date=2022-09-13 |website=Guy Sebastian {{!}} Official |language=en-AU}}

Joint tours

• 2004: Australian Idol in Concert
• 2007: Guy & the Australian Philharmonic Orchestra[https://web.archive.org/web/20120426051327/http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829004441 Bigger Stronger Better!] Guy Sebastian official website. 3 April 2007. Archived from [http://www.guysebastian.com.au/newsEvents/home.do?newsId=20030829004441 the original] on 22 January 2012.
• 2008: Army in Concert with Guy Sebastian

Support tours

• 2011: Boyzone Tour (United Kingdom)
• 2011: Lionel Richie Tour (Australia and New Zealand)
• 2013: Red Tour (Australia)
• 2017: Love Always Tour (United Kingdom){{Cite web|url=https://www.songkick.com/concerts/30103019-shane-filan-at-o2-shepherds-bush-empire|title=Shane Filan, Shane Filan Meet, and Guy Sebastian at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire (01 Oct 2017)|website=Songkick|language=en|access-date=20 September 2017}}

• List of best-selling singles in Australia
• List of artists who reached number one on the Australian singles chart

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