Macy Gray
Macy Gray is an American R&B/soul singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. Although she is primarily known for her soul and R&B sound, she often incorporates elements of retro disco and hip-hop into her music.
Born in Canton, Ohio, Macy Gray studied piano for seven years. Her singing career began in 1998 after moving to Los Angeles, where she continues to perform today. Gray released her debut album On How Life Is in 1999. The album garnered great reviews, Grammy Award nominations and spawned the big hit I Try. The album has sold over five million copies. Some of her favorite artists include Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin. She has also appeared as an actress in the films Training Day, Spider Man and the third season of the parody Scary Movie.
During her illustrious career, Macy has worked with notable musicians such as Fatboy Slim and the Black Eyed Peas. Her second studio album The Id featured contributions from John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Erykah Badu on the song Sweet Baby. She also appeared on Carlos Santana's album Amoré (Sexo). Macy Gray has contributed songs to many movie soundtracks, one of the most popular being Cell Block Tango / He Had It Comin from the movie Chicago.
About Macy Gray
Macy Gray is an American R&B/soul singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. Although she is primarily known for her soul and R&B sound, she often incorporates elements of retro disco and hip-hop into her music.
Born in Canton, Ohio, Macy Gray studied piano for seven years. Her singing career began in 1998 after moving to Los Angeles, where she continues to perform today. Gray released her debut album On How Life Is in 1999. The album garnered great reviews, Grammy Award nominations and spawned the big hit I Try. The album has sold over five million copies. Some of her favorite artists include Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin. She has also appeared as an actress in the films Training Day, Spider Man and the third season of the parody Scary Movie.
During her illustrious career, Macy has worked with notable musicians such as Fatboy Slim and the Black Eyed Peas. Her second studio album The Id featured contributions from John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Erykah Badu on the song Sweet Baby. She also appeared on Carlos Santana's album Amoré (Sexo). Macy Gray has contributed songs to many movie soundtracks, one of the most popular being Cell Block Tango / He Had It Comin from the movie Chicago.