Everyone faces many obstacles in their career but for Bruno Mars, whose real name is Peter Hernandez, it was his Hispanic last name.

People tried to stereotype him as just another Latino artist and even tried to convince him to sing in Spanish. He eventually used his childhood nickname “Bruno” and changed his last name to “Mars” to avoid being stereotyped.

Mars who had trouble getting accepted into the music industry finally caught a break when major artist started buying songs that he wrote.

He sang the hook of a song Flo-Rida bought from him and became known in Hollywood as the “hook man” according to his Father. This in turn lead to the start and success of his solo career.

Bruno Mars’ Music is credited with helping an 11 year old girl by the name of Zumyah Thorpe recover from a car crash which took her pregnant mother and sisters and put her in a coma.

The nurses supposedly played Mars’ songs to her every night in the hospital and when Zumyah woke up, she was able to sing lines from Bruno’s hit, Just The Way You Are. Considering the amount of brain trauma she had it was extraordinary.

Once he got wind of this miracle he wanted to meet her and during one of his shows he dedicated the song, Just The Way You Are to her and said “She is an inspiration to the world.”

Mars has also sang a song on Sesame Street called “Don’t Give Up” to inspire children to never give up even if times get hard and to keep on trying. He even gave an inspiring speech on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” to all aspiring musicians and fans which stated:

Advice to Aspiring Artist
“Listen. Any young, aspiring musicians out there, if music is what you want to do, if music is what you love and your passion. It doesn’t take a fragrance, its not about the tabloids, it’s about you putting in the work, practicing every day, practicing your vocals, practicing your instrument, practicing songwriting. Hopefully one day you write the song the whole world wants to get down to and I promise you, I promise you one day you’re going to have your moment to shine and you’re going to have a lot of people saying that you can’t do it and you’re not good enough. But I promise you, if you go out there and sing and you put your heart and soul into it and you follow your dream, one day you’re going to be sitting next to Ellen DeGeneres, you’re going to be sitting next to Ellen DeGeneres talking about how you broke records and rocked the Super Bowl. Stand up, America.”

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Bruno Mars has had quite the journey in the music industry, starting as the world’s youngest Elvis impersonator in Hawaii. Over the years, he’s amassed an impressive list of achievements, with eleven Grammy Awards, four Guinness World Records, and his album “24K MAGIC” going 3x certified Platinum. His 2015 Super Bowl performance drew a record-breaking viewership of 115.3 million, and he’s had an incredible seven singles reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, with several others reaching the top 5.

Now, let’s dive into LatinTREND’S picks for the Top 10 Bruno Mars songs FROM 10 ten to one:

10. “Marry You” This fun-loving tune, often associated with wedding proposals, was initially inspired by the spontaneity of Vegas weddings. It features a unique use of wedding bells that sets it apart from other love songs. Songwriter Phillip Lawrence once revealed that it wasn’t initially meant to be a classic marriage tune, but the song’s impact on pop culture surprised even its creators.

9. “That’s What I Like” From his album “24K MAGIC,” this song won three Grammys in 2018. Bruno sings about all the things he likes, including beautiful beach houses, extravagant foods, and fancy cars, setting him up as a generous and wealthy lover.

8. “Treasure” “Treasure” is a feel-good track inspired by French producer Breakbot’s “Baby I’m Yours.” It’s all about the joy of being deeply in love, with a hint of disco-era vibes. The retro music video featuring Bruno and his crew in stunning red suits is particularly memorable.

7. “When I Was Your Man” This emotional ballad from “Unorthodox Jukebox” tells the story of a lost love before Bruno’s rise to fame. He hopes her new man is treating her right, and the song’s meaningful lyrics and powerful vocals make it one of his most challenging songs to perform.

6. “Grenade” As the second single from “Doo-Wops & Hooligans,” “Grenade” was an instant hit. Bruno’s heartbreak is palpable as he lists extreme acts to prove his love to a disinterested girl. The song’s origin story is quite interesting, as it was adapted from another band’s unreleased song.

5. “Just the Way You Are” This was the song that catapulted Bruno to stardom. It’s an affirming message to all women that they are beautiful just the way they are. Bruno intentionally made the song inclusive for all listeners, regardless of imperfections.

4. “The Lazy Song” A humorous track that resonates with those who’ve experienced days of laziness, especially during quarantine. The song’s origin comes from an unproductive studio session where Bruno gave up after hours of no inspiration.

3. “24K Magic” With an 80’s-style electronic score, this party anthem earned Bruno a Grammy for Record of the Year in 2018. The song’s music video showcases a lavish lifestyle in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

2. “Locked Out of Heaven” Influenced by The Police, this funky track topped the Billboard Hot 100 for six weeks. It’s a catchy blend of new wave, funk, and reggae rock, and it sounds even better with Bruno’s live performance.

1. “Uptown Funk” (Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars) Topping our list is the iconic “Uptown Funk,” although technically, Bruno is a featured artist. This chart-topping hit won multiple Grammys and sold over 6 million copies in the United States alone. The infectious beat, lively trumpets, and brilliant kick drum make it a favorite. And let’s not forget the legendary Super Bowl Halftime Show performance with Beyoncé and Chris Martin that got the stadium shaking.

Bruno Mars has certainly left his mark on the music world with these fantastic songs. His diverse talent and unique style have earned him a special place in the hearts of music lovers worldwide.

Fun facts about Bruno

• Mars was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. His father, originally from Brooklyn, New York, is half Puerto Rican and half Ashkenazi Jew, while his mother, who emigrated to Hawaii as a child, was of Filipino descent.
• His parents met at a show, where his Mom was a hula dancer and his dad a percussionist.
• Not only is Mars a talented singer, but he plays the drums, keyboard, bass and guitar.
• As a child his nickname was, “Little Elvis”.
• His 24K Magic World Tour had already grossed over $200 million dollars as of January 2018.
• Mars’ January 2018 single, “Finesse” featuring Cardi B, has made 24K Magic his third album in a row to have three U.S. top 10 singles, making him the second artist ever to accomplish such a feat. The first was Michael Jackson.
• In addition to being a talented singer, but he also plays the drums, keyboard, bass, and guitar.
• In 2013, Mars scored his fifth No. 1 hit with “When I Was Your Man.” The song came just a little over three years after his first chart-topper — meaning Mars racked his first five Hot 100 No. 1’s faster than any male since Elvis Presley.
• Mars was born Peter Gene Hernandez. So, where did the name Bruno Mars come from? Back in the day, his dad gave him the nickname “Bruno” because Mars was chunky as a baby and reminded him of the hefty wrestler Bruno Sammartino. As for the “Mars” part, the singer told Rap-Up, “The ‘Mars’ came up just because I felt like I didn’t have no pizzazz, and a lot of girls say I’m out of this world. So I was like, I guess I’m from Mars.”
• Aside from creating his own hits, Mars has also penned many popular tracks for other artists. In fact, before becoming a successful solo artist, he was a known music producer, writing tunes for writing artists like Travie McCoy, Brandy, Sean Kingston, CeeLo Green and Flo Rida.
• In 2013, Mars scored his fifth No. 1 hit with “When I Was Your Man.” The song came just a little over three years after his first chart-topper — meaning Mars racked his first five Hot 100 No. 1’s faster than any male since Elvis Presley.
• Bruno Mars has been nominated for 31 Grammy Awards and has won 15 Grammy’s