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Pat Monahan
February 28, 1969
Erie, Pennsylvania, US
57 Years Old
Pisces
Who Is Pat Monahan?
Patrick Monahan is an American singer-songwriter and musician, widely recognized as the powerful lead vocalist for the Grammy-winning rock band Train. His distinct voice and emotive songwriting style define the group's sound.
He gained significant public attention with the band’s 2001 hit single “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me),” an emotionally charged anthem that earned two Grammy Awards. The song, inspired by his late mother, quickly became a global radio staple.
Early Life and Education
Growing up in Erie, Pennsylvania, Patrick Monahan was the youngest of seven children born to Jack Monahan, a clothing store owner and musician, and Patricia Ann Monahan. Music was an early influence in their Irish American home.
Monahan attended McDowell High School in Millcreek Township before briefly enrolling at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. His early musical inclination led him to sing in local cover bands like Rogues Gallery.
Notable Relationships
A string of high-profile romances has marked Patrick Monahan's personal life, including his first marriage to Ginean Rapp, which lasted from 1990 to 2006. He later married Amber Peterson in 2007.
Monahan shares two children, Patrick and Emelia, with his first wife, Ginean Rapp. With his current wife, Amber Peterson, he has two more children, Autumn and Rock Richard.
Career Highlights
Patrick Monahan, as the frontman of Train, found immense success with the 2001 album Drops of Jupiter, featuring the Grammy-winning title track “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me).” The record was certified multi-platinum, selling millions globally.
Beyond his band, Monahan launched Save Me, San Francisco Wine Co., named after Train's 2009 album, which bottles varieties named after the band’s songs. He also released a solo album, Last of Seven, during Train’s hiatus.
To date, Train has collected multiple Grammy Awards, including for "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" and "Hey, Soul Sister," cementing Monahan as a fixture in modern pop rock.
Signature Quote
“You can only be young once. But you can always be immature.”