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Shuree
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Birth name | Shuree Danyell Lee Jennings |
Also known as | Shuree Rivera |
Born | June 21, 1978 |
Origin | Columbus, Ohio, Chicago, Illinois |
Genres | Contemporary Christian music, electropop, pop rock |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 2004–present |
Labels | BEC |
Shuree Rivera, known by her stage name Shuree, is an American singer and songwriter. She was born on June 21, 1978, as Shuree Danyell Lee Jennings. Shuree creates Christian music, which includes styles like pop and electronic music. Her first extended play, Be the Change, was released in 2014 by BEC Recordings. The song "Be the Change" became popular on the Billboard Christian Airplay chart. She also sang "In This Together" on the Invader Volume 1 album. This song also charted on Billboard Christian music charts.
Shuree's Early Life and Journey
Shuree Danyell Lee Jennings was born on June 21, 1978. As a child, she grew up facing some difficulties. To find her path, she decided to attend Nyack College in New York. At college, she studied music business. This is where she discovered her calling to help and inspire other young people. After college, Shuree moved to Chicago, Illinois. She continued her ministry work at Willow Creek Church. Later, her parents were able to improve their lives and reconnect with each other.
Shuree's Music Career
Shuree began her music recording journey in 2004. Her first album, Author of My Life, was released independently. Later, she signed with BEC Recordings. This label released her first extended play (EP), Be the Change, on November 4, 2014. The main song from the EP, also called "Be the Change", reached No. 45 on the Billboard magazine Christian Airplay chart.
Shuree was also featured on the Rapture Ruckus EP, Invader Volume 1. She sang on the song "In This Together". This song reached No. 48 on the Christian Airplay chart. It also climbed to No. 11 on the Christian AC/CHR songs chart.
Shuree's Personal Life
Shuree is married to Paul Rivera. They were married on July 22, 2006, in Columbus, Ohio. Together, they have served at The Compass Church. This church is located in Naperville, Illinois, which is near Chicago. The couple lives in the Chicago area.
Discography
- EPs
- Be the Change (November 4, 2014, BEC)