Top-charting artist CG5, also known as Charlie Green, is set to bring his international tour to Australia in early 2025.
The Arizona-based singer, songwriter, and producer will be performing at two venues during his visit: Sydney’s Factory Theatre on 20 February and Melbourne’s Prince Bandroom on 21 February.
At just 25 years old, CG5 has become a social media superstar, rising to prominence through his viral “Probably because I am CG5” TikTok sound, which has captivated millions. His music, featured on YouTube, has secured rankings alongside industry giants such as Billie Eilish, Drake, and Ariana Grande.
CG5 Australian tour
- Thursday 20 February – Factory Theatre, Sydney NSW
- Friday 21 February – Prince Bandroom, Melbourne VIC
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In addition to his viral success, CG5 has an extensive track record of working with major names in the music industry. He has curated music with Warner Music Group and collaborated with Grammy-winning producer iLL Wayno. His music career has been further boosted by partnerships with talent agencies like WME and Wasserman, and performances at major events such as VidCon.
One of CG5’s recent singles, LET ME IN, was inspired by the hit animated series Murder Drones. The song, which is currently trending on YouTube with over 3.2 million views, has been praised for expanding the narrative of the series’ character Cyn. Shortly after its release, the single reached #14 on YouTube’s Music category and has since accumulated even more traction.
The artist is also well-known for his original compositions, remixes, and covers inspired by viral memes, video games, and TV shows. His popular YouTube channel, which currently boasts over 7.8 million subscribers and 2.7 billion views, has been a significant platform for his rise in the industry. His work includes hits inspired by games such as Five Nights at Freddy’s, Cuphead, and Among Us, establishing him as a prominent figure within gaming and meme culture.
CG5’s influence extends to other social media platforms, with 3.6 million followers on TikTok and 185,000 followers on Twitch. On Spotify, he has achieved over 1.9 million monthly listeners and amassed more than 500 million streams.
With his Australian shows fast approaching, fans can expect to hear some of CG5’s most popular tracks, including THX, Lonely King, 4GET, Dancin’, and Good To Be Alive. Get tickets here.
