Shakura S'Aida facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Shakura S'Aida
Background information
Born	Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
Genres	Blues
Occupation(s)	Singer, actress
Labels	Electro-Fi, Ruf

Shakura S'Aida is a talented Canadian blues singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her powerful voice and has performed all over the world. Sometimes, people just call her Shakura.

Shakura S'Aida's Early Life and Career

Shakura S'Aida was born in Brooklyn, New York, in the United States. Before moving to Canada, she lived in Switzerland for a while.

Shakura started her music career as the lead singer of a big group called Kaleefah. This group had 13 members and played world music. After that, she began her solo career, performing on her own. She also sang backup for famous artists like Rita MacNeil and Patti LaBelle. Shakura has also worked with jazz musicians such as Jimmy Smith and Ruth Brown.

Shakura's Albums

Shakura S'Aida has released several albums. Her first solo album, Blueprint, came out in 2008. She released her second album, Brown Sugar, in 2010 with Ruf Records. In 2012, she released a double album called Time through Electro-Fi Records.

Acting Roles

Besides singing, Shakura S'Aida is also an actress. In 2004, she starred in a play called Consecrated Ground in Toronto. She also appeared in the film Doomstown in 2006 and Brown Girl Begins in 2018.

In 2013, she was nominated for a Blues Music Award. This award recognized her as one of the best 'Contemporary Blues Female Artists'.

Music Shakura S'Aida Has Released

Here are the albums Shakura S'Aida has released:

• Blueprint (2008, released on her own)
• Brown Sugar (2010, with Ruf)
• Time (2012, with Electro-Fi)

Shakura S'Aida's Acting Work

Shakura S'Aida has acted in many films and television shows.

Films

Television Shows

Theatre Performances

Awards and Nominations

Shakura S'Aida has been recognized for her music and performances with many awards and nominations.