A North Belfast man who released a new single last month said he "burst into tears" when he saw the song sitting ahead of global music stars in the charts.
Gary Duffy, form the Oldpark area, has been heavily invovled in the creative arts world from a young age, taking part in drama performances, helping other aspiring artists, and taking to the stage in drag. The 30-year-old has now put all of his focus into songwriting.
He is also preparing for his first ever headline show in Belfast later this month. The thrill of seeing his latest single 'Hollow' climb past Harry Styles and George Ezra has ignited his drive to build on his career.