Charlotte (singer) facts for kids

{{Infobox person | name = Charlotte Kelly | image = | caption = | parents = Tony Kelly and Michelle Kelly | birth_name = Charlotte Kelly | birth_date = | birth_place = Coventry, England, UK

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| years_active = 1990–present | children = 3

| module = Musical career

Charlotte Kelly, born in 1976, is a talented British singer, songwriter, and music producer. She became famous in the mid-1990s as a lead singer for the British R&B group Soul II Soul. This group was one of London's most popular bands ever! Charlotte sang lead on their song "I Care" from their album Volume V: Believe (1995). She continued to work with the group until their album Time for Change (1997).

Later, Charlotte released her first solo album, Just Another Girl (1998), in Japan. Her second album, Charlotte (1999), featured the popular dance hit "Skin". Charlotte rejoined Soul II Soul in 2010 for a reunion tour. She stayed with them as lead singer until 2013, when she decided to focus on her solo music again. She has won many awards, including three United Nations Music Aid Awards. She also received a Heritage Award with the members of Soul II Soul.

Contents

• About Charlotte Kelly
• Music Career

• Early Days: 1992–1993
• Joining Soul II Soul: 1994–1997
• Solo Albums: 1998–2000
• Songwriting and Production: 2002–2010
• Back with Soul II Soul: 2010–2013
• Solo Career Continues: 2013–Present

• Discography
• Awards and Nominations

• USA Songwriting Competition
• UK Songwriting Competition
• United Nations Music Aid Awards
• Unisong International Song Contest

• See also

About Charlotte Kelly

Charlotte Kelly was born in Coventry, England, in 1976 or 1977. Her parents, Michelle and Tony Kelly, owned a record store called "Moonshine." Charlotte has two sisters and a brother. She was born without sight in her left eye and very little in her right eye. From a young age, Charlotte knew she wanted to be a singer. She loved listening to music in her parents' record store. Charlotte has three children.

Music Career

Early Days: 1992–1993

Charlotte Kelly started her music career at age sixteen. She signed her first record deal with Big Life Records. In 1993, Charlotte released her first song, "Sugar Tree." The music video for "Sugar Tree" was shown on ITV Chart Show in October 1993. In 1994, she released two more songs: "Climb My Stairs" and "All of Your Love." Later that year, she met Jazzie B from Soul II Soul. He helped produce her next song, "Queen of Hearts."

Joining Soul II Soul: 1994–1997

After making her demo song, Charlotte toured as a background singer for Soul II Soul. Soon, she was asked to join the group full-time as one of their main singers. In August 1995, Soul II Soul released their fourth album, Volume V: Believe. This album reached number 13 on the UK Albums chart. The song "I Care," sung by Charlotte, became a hit. It reached number 17 on the UK Singles chart. Charlotte also sang lead on the songs "Don't You Dream" and "Pride."

In 1997, Soul II Soul released their fifth album, Time for Change. Charlotte sang the lead vocals on the song "Time for Change." Later that year, Charlotte left Soul II Soul to start her solo career. She signed a new record deal with Parlophone Rhythm Series.

Solo Albums: 1998–2000

In February 1998, Charlotte released the song "Be Mine." It reached number 59 on the UK Singles chart. In November 1998, her first solo album, Just Another Girl, was released only in Japan.

In February 1999, "Skin" was released. This song was the first single from her second album. "Skin" became a huge dance hit, reaching number 1 on Billboard's Club Play chart. It also sold over 40,000 copies around the world. In June 1999, the song "Someday" was released. It reached number 74 on the UK Singles chart. Charlotte also released a remix album called Remixed to Infinity in Japan. This album had eight remixed versions of her songs "Skin," "Someday," and "Be Mine."

In September 1999, Charlotte released her second album, Charlotte. The last song from this album, "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark," came out in 2000. It reached number 11 on Billboard's Dance chart.

Songwriting and Production: 2002–2010

In 2002, Charlotte's song "Golden Gate (Lovin' You)" was featured on a music collection album. In 2004, she entered the USA Songwriting Competition. She won first prize in the R&B category for her song "Cheeky." In 2006, she won first prize in the R&B category at the UK Songwriting Competition. She also got second place in the Pop category. That same year, Charlotte won two Music Aid Awards: "Best UK Female Artist" and "Best UK Songwriter."

In 2010, Charlotte helped write the song "Good Times" for the group Roll Deep. This song became a number 1 hit in the UK, giving Charlotte her first UK number 1 song.

Back with Soul II Soul: 2010–2013

In 2010, the original members of Soul II Soul got back together for a reunion tour. After the tour, Charlotte continued to perform with the group as their lead singer. In 2012, the group performed at the Rewind Festival. In June 2012, Soul II Soul received an important Heritage Award plaque. In November 2013, Charlotte left the group again to focus on her solo music.

Solo Career Continues: 2013–Present

In 2013, Charlotte released a new song called "Somebody's Baby." In 2014, she released three more songs: "Tell the Sun" and "All Coming Back." She continues to create and release music as a solo artist.

Discography

Albums

• Just Another Girl (1998)
• Remixed to Infinity (1999)
• Charlotte (1999)

Singles

Awards and Nominations

USA Songwriting Competition

UK Songwriting Competition

United Nations Music Aid Awards

Unisong International Song Contest

See also

• List of number-one dance hits (United States)
• List of artists who reached number one on the US Dance chart