Corrine Oliviia
Singer / Songwriter
It may sound a little cliché , but if you have ever heard her sing , then you would know why the following statement is so far from the definition . When Corrine Oliviia sings it is as if you had been granted three wishes and all of them were you asking to listen to one of the most unique and talented singers sing for you and you alone . She makes every person feel as if you are the only one in the room . When asked her favorite quote it explained it all … Corinthians 12:9 “ My grace is sufficient for you , my power is made perfect in your weakness ." Do yourself a life favor and witness greatness in the making .
Corrine Oliviia ’ s musical taste was defined early in life when she fell in love with the jazz-singing greats ; Ella Fitzgerald , Etta James , Nina Simone , among many others . Corrine credits her early exposure to jazz as a crucial beginning , but it was around the age of 15 she began gravitating toward R & B . This had a tremendous influence on her singing style and introduced soulfulness to her tone that is rare to hear in a young artist today . Years later , as Corrine explored different artists ; she credits Anita Baker , Lauren Hill , Jill Scott , Stevie Wonder , and Michael Jackson for her love of R & B . Today , her musical influences come from artists such as Beyoncé , Erykah Badu , Sade , Amy Winehouse , Joss Stone and Jazmine Sullivan .
What is the one thing most people do not know about you ? I have Vitiligo . It ' s an incurable autoimmune disease . I was diagnosed at a pretty young age and singing really helped me through that time . I didn ' t know what was going on or how to fix my body but music was always a constant and I felt secure in that .
What makes you the happiest ? When I ' m singing and people are vibing with me . I can feel the positive energy , it ' s unreal . I love that music has a way of connecting people like nothing else can .
What would be your best advice to a new entrepreneur ?
• Stop waiting to be ready
• Surround yourself with positive people . A solid support team is extremely necessary
• Ask for help . Look to those who are succeeding in your area and connect
• Watch , listen and research everything
• Push yourself . If I ' m not uncomfortable at least once a day , I ' m not growing
This 24-year-old has developed a unique sound reminiscent to an old-school vibe with a modern urban feel . Filled with emotional truth and committed to originality and the artistic process , Corrine makes a lasting impression . Her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence delivers excitement and enthusiasm to every performance , captivating music audiences everywhere .
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