TaQuita Thorns
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TaQuita Thorns | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | August 24, 1986 Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Genres | Rock, Soul |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | On Orbit Records |
| Website | http://www.taquitathorns.com |
TaQuita Thorns (August 24, 1986) is an American singer-songwriter and MTV star from Detroit, Michigan.[1]
TaQuita's list of influences includes Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Cher, The Temptations, James Brown, Little Richard, Whitney Houston, and Michael Jackson.[2]
TaQuita began to write music and perform as a child. Her first experience performing was singing at a family gathering at age two. When she wrote songs she would also pair them with illustrations. She was recognized for her talent and allowed to sing over the school public address system in kindergarten. At 10-year-old she joined the Diamonds in the Rough, a girl group. TaQuita also enjoyed athletics and got involved in sports at Denby Tech High School. She ran cross-country, and joined the cheer team, JROTC and the marching band.[3]
In high school, TaQuita earned the position of lead vocalist in the school choir, and captain of the dance team. She performed on the "All City" dance team, which represented the top dancers at each of Detroit's high schools. TaQuita graduated from high school in 2004.[4]