Chrisette Michele
American singer-songwriter with Grammy Award
Born
December 8th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A singer-songwriter gained recognition for a unique blend of R&B and soul music. Released the debut album 'I Am' in 2007, showcasing a distinctive voice and songwriting skills. Received a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance in 2009 for the song 'Be OK.' Collaborated with various artists across genres and contributed to numerous projects. Known for a strong presence in the music scene and for performances at major events and festivals.
Released the album 'I Am' in 2007
Won a Grammy Award for 'Be OK' in 2009
Collaborated with artists like Jay-Z and Rick Ross
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