Amoeba Music

By Joanna Ricco

Teena Marie is often referred to as a member of the blue-eyed soul movement, though unlike Hall & Oates or Michael McDonald, who were immediately “outed” as being Caucasian in a predominantly African-American musical genre, Marie is often noted for sliding under the radar of race until her second album.

Born Mary Christine Brockert on March 5, 1956, Marie grew up in humble surroundings in the Oakwood section of Santa Monica and showed promise as an entertainer early in her life. A frequently recanted story that speaks to young Marie’s talented ear for music involves her failed attempt at singing along with a priest in church. Legend has it that as a toddler, Marie... Read More

City Of Origin:

Santa Monica, California, United States

Genre:

Soul, Cont/Urban

Birthdate:

03/05/1956