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“I just really always try to do what's in my heart and I'm still passionate about the music; I still love what I am doing.”

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Teena Marie
Teena Marie

Teena Marie, born as Teena Marie Braxton, was an American singer, songwriter, and music producer. Known for her distinctive voice and emotionally charged songs, she was one of the key figures in R&B music during the 1980s. Her music career began in the 1970s, and she gained prominence with albums like 'Wild and Peaceful' in 1979 and 'I'm a Lady' in 1980. Teena Marie's music blended soul, funk, and pop elements, and her song 'I'm a Lady' became her signature track, earning a Grammy nomination. Her music has had a profound influence on later artists, including Whitney Houston and Mary J. Blige, and is still beloved by many music fans today. more

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