Emma Marrone facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Emma Marrone
Emma in October 2023
Background information
Birth name	Emmanuela Marrone
Also known as	Emma Marrone
Born	(1984-05-25) 25 May 1984 (age 41) Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Origin	Aradeo, Apulia, Italy
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Genres	Pop pop rock
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter actress
Instruments	Vocals acoustic guitar classical guitar
Years active	2003–present
Labels	Universal Music (2003–2006) Dracma Records (2007–2009) Universal Music (2010–present)
Associated acts	Lucky Star Modà Alessandra Amoroso David Bisbal Antonino Spadaccino

Emmanuela Marrone (born May 25, 1984), who is known by her stage name Emma, is a famous Italian singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her powerful pop and rock music.

After performing with a few bands, she became famous by winning the Italian talent show Amici di Maria De Filippi in 2010. This win led to a contract with the major record label Universal Music. Since then, Emma has released seven studio albums and many hit singles. She has sold over 2 million records in Italy.

In 2012, she won the famous Sanremo Music Festival with her song "Non è l'inferno". Two years later, she represented Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest 2014 with the song "La mia città". Emma has also worked with many famous artists, both from Italy and other countries. Besides singing, she has also acted in movies and TV shows and has worked as a songwriter for other musicians.

Biography

Early Life and First Steps in Music

Emmanuela Marrone was born in Florence, Italy. When she was four, her family moved to Aradeo, a town in Southern Italy. Her love for music came from her father, Rosario, who was a guitarist in a band. Emma learned a lot about music from him and even wrote her final high school paper on the topic of music.

Before becoming a professional singer, Emma worked in a warehouse and as a saleswoman for three years.

2003–2009: Bands and TV Shows

Emma's music career officially began in 2003 when she competed in the Italian TV show Popstars. She won the competition and formed a group called Lucky Star with two other members. The group released a popular single and even recorded the theme song for the cartoon W.I.T.C.H..

After Lucky Star broke up, Emma didn't give up on music. She joined other bands, including an alternative rock group called M.J.U.R. and a soul and funk band called Anonimo Soul. These experiences helped her grow as a musician and performer.

2009–2011: Winning 'Amici' and Finding Success

In 2009, Emma's big break came when she joined the talent show Amici di Maria De Filippi and won. After her victory, she released her first solo project, an EP (a short album) called Oltre. It was a huge success, reaching number one on the Italian album charts. Her first single, "Calore", also hit number one.

In October 2010, she released her first full-length album, A me piace così. The album did very well and included popular songs like "Con le nuvole" and "Cullami". The next year, she competed in the Sanremo Music Festival with the band Modà. Their song "Arriverà" finished in second place and became a massive hit in Italy.

2011–2014: Winning Sanremo and Eurovision

Marrone performing in Florence in 2012 with her guitar.

In September 2011, Emma released her third album, Sarò libera. The album went straight to number one in Italy. In 2012, she returned to the Sanremo Music Festival as a solo artist and won with the song "Non è l'inferno". This was a huge moment in her career.

Following her Sanremo win, Emma's popularity grew even more. She released more hit singles from Sarò libera, including "Cercavo amore," which was featured in the video game Just Dance 4.

In 2014, Emma was chosen to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest 2014 in Copenhagen, Denmark. She performed her song "La mia città" ("My City") for a huge international audience. That same year, she released her first live album, E Live, which captured the energy of her concerts.

2015–2018: New Albums and TV Work

Emma Marrone on her Essere Qui Tour.

In 2015, Emma co-hosted the Sanremo Music Festival, showing another side of her talent. She also released her fourth album, Adesso, which featured hit singles like "Occhi profondi" and "Arriverà l'amore".

She continued to release music and tour, and in 2018, her fifth album, Essere qui, came out. It included popular songs like "L'isola" and "Mi parli piano". During this time, Emma also returned to the show Amici di Maria De Filippi, but this time as a coach, helping new artists develop their skills.

2019–Present: Acting and Recent Music

In 2019, Emma released her sixth album, Fortuna, which went to number one in Italy. The album had a positive and forward-looking theme. The lead single, "Io sono bella", was co-written by the legendary Italian rock star Vasco Rossi.

In 2020, Emma made her official acting debut in the movie The Best Years. She also became a judge on the Italian version of the TV show The X Factor, where she mentored up-and-coming singers.

In 2021, she released a greatest hits collection called Best of Me. She has continued to act in TV series and movies. In 2023, she released her seventh album, Souvenir. She competed in the Sanremo Music Festival 2024 with the song "Apnea" and continues to tour and create new music.

Vocal Style

Emma is known for her powerful and slightly raspy voice, which is perfect for pop and rock music. She has said that one of her biggest inspirations is the Italian rock singer Gianna Nannini. Music experts have praised her unique singing style and energy on stage.

Helping Others

Emma has been involved in charity work throughout her career. She supports causes like women's rights and cancer research.

In 2009, just before she became famous, Emma faced a serious health challenge. She used her experience to raise awareness and encourage young people to focus on their health. She has worked with AIRC (the Italian Association for Cancer Research) and other organizations to support cancer prevention and help patients.

Discography

• A me piace così (2010)
• Sarò libera (2011)
• Schiena (2013)
• Adesso (2015)
• Essere qui (2018)
• Fortuna (2019)
• Souvenir (2023)

Tours

• Ahi ce sta passu Tour (2010)
• A me piace così Tour (2011)
• Sarò libera Tour (2012)
• Schiena Tour (2013)
• Emma Limited Edition (2014)
• EMMA 3.0 (2014)
• Adesso Tour (2016)
• Fortuna Tour (2021)
• Souvenir in Da Club (2023)
• Emma in Da Town (2024)

Filmography

Films

Television

See also

In Spanish: Emma Marrone para niños