As exam season approaches, many students feel the pressure. But even some of the world's biggest pop stars have faced academic challenges, with varying outcomes.
Justin Bieber signed his record deal at 13 but finished school at 18, studying while touring. He admitted to Australia's Daily Telegraph in 2012 that he continued only to keep his mum happy, saying: 'It was hard doing school and work every day.'
Drake graduated at 25, a decade after dropping out to focus on music. He took five months off in 2012 to complete his studies and aced his exams. Shawn Mendes, 18, studied online while touring and was named 'Face Of The Future' at his school in 2013.
Katy Perry never finished high school and later regretted it, telling Yahoo in 2014: 'I'm kind of bummed at this stage that I didn't have a great education.' Zayn, who left school before his exams due to X Factor and One Direction, plans to complete his education to set an example for his future children.
Dan Smith from Bastille scored straight A's but remained quiet at school, while Lauren from Chvrches holds a law degree and a master's in journalism. Rihanna signed her record deal at 16 and struggled at school, developing a thick skin from bullying.
