Petey (real name Peter Martin, b. 1993) is an American singer‑songwriter, multi‑instrumentalist, and TikTok comedian. Born in Detroit and raised in suburban Chicago, he moved to Los Angeles in 2014, originally pursuing music as a drummer before launching his own solo career . His sound blends indie‑rock, emo‑pop, and electro‑pop, often shaped by introspective lyrics and energetic arrangements. Petey writes deeply personal songs that balance vulnerability with humor, and he plays most instruments himself in the studio �. allmusic.com +14 During the pandemic, when touring was put on hold, he began posting absurd, multi-character sketches on TikTok. These quickly gained traction, earning him hundreds of millions of views and around 1.5 million followers, and helping boost his music career �. newyorker.com +2