Cody Simpson

Australian recording artist Cody Simpson, best known for hits such as “On My Mind” and “IYIYI” featuring rapper Flo Rida, has a new single, “So Listen,” set to be released this week and hit tunes on the soundtrack to Hop, available on DVD + Blu-Ray March 23.

Simpson, 15, became a YouTube sensation with his own rendition of popular hits such as “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz, “Cry Me a River” by Justin Timberlake, and “I Want You Back” by the Jackson 5. In the summer of 2009, his talents quickly caught the attention of Shawn Campbell, the Grammy-nominated producer who has worked with Jay-Z and other artists. Less than a year later, Simpson signed with Atlantic Records. The young, rising pop star has already made appearances on high-profile TV shows such as ABC’s Live! With Kelly, NBC’s The Today Show, CBS’ Saturday Early Show, and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Simpson’s latest album, Coast to Coast, peaked at number 12 on the US Billboard 200 charts.

In our exclusive interview with the Aussie teen sensation, Simpson talks to fans about topics such as life on tour, fan interaction at concerts, inspirations behind his songs, how life has changed for him after being discovered on YouTube, and how he and his family members deal with the newfound fame.

Cody answers questions from Uinterview users and fans of Hop on Facebook!