Gabe Saporta

Gabe Saporta is an American musician and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and bassist of the pop-punk band Cobra Starship. Born on October 11, 1979, in Montevideo, Uruguay, he moved to the United States as a child and later formed Cobra Starship in 2005. The band gained widespread popularity with their 2006 hit "Snakes on a Plane (Bring It)," which was featured in the film of the same name. They achieved further success with the album "Hot Mess" (2009), which included the chart-topping single "Good Girls Go Bad," featuring Leighton Meester.

Musically, Cobra Starship blends elements of pop-punk, dance-pop, and electronic music, contributing to the mid-2000s pop-punk revival. Saporta's distinctive style and energetic performances helped define the sound of the era, appealing to a younger audience and influencing a wave of similar bands.

Beyond Cobra Starship, Saporta has collaborated with various artists and produced music for other projects, showcasing his versatility. His impact lies in popularizing a fusion of pop and punk elements, making them accessible to mainstream audiences and leaving a lasting imprint on the genre.