Siedah Garrett is a GRAMMY-winning and twice Oscar nominated singer/songwriter who has become one of the most sought-after lyricists in the world. A collaborator and band member of Michael Jackson’s, Siedah is most famous for co-writing MJ’s mega-hit "Man in the Mirror", and recording as his duet partner on "I Just Can’t Stop Loving You". She toured with Jackson as featured vocalist on his Dangerous World Tour, and has toured internationally with Madonna, Sergio Mendes, and mentor Quincy Jones. As a recording artist, her first big hit was the now classic duet with ex-Temptation Dennis Edwards, "Don’t Look Any Further". Artists who have recorded on Siedah’s original songs include Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, Earth Wind & Fire, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Hudson, will.i.am, Ray Charles, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, Toto, Sheena Easton, Natalie Cole, Barry White, Pointer Sisters, Donna Summer, Dionne Warwick, Patti Austin, Roberta Flack, Al Jarreau, and many others. Film and television productions to use Siedah’s music include the "Shaft" remake, "Lego Batman", "Rio", "Rio 2", "Dreamgirls", "The Voice", "Fuller House", and the Playstation video game "Nioh".
Most recently, Siedah has transitioned to lyric writing for musical theatre, and is now collaborating on the musical production of Will Smith’s blockbuster film, "The Pursuit of Happyness". Garrett has become a go-to lyricist for special events and social causes, such as co-writing the opening ceremony theme songs for two Special Olympics World Games, the musical theme for the World Expo in Shanghai, and the American Idol Gives Back fundraising campaign.
Siedah is also is an active philanthropist – using her time and talents to make a difference in her community and throughout the world. Siedah is a frequent guest speaker at colleges, universities and music industry conferences, sharing her experiences, and offering advice to our youth.
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