Born in May 29, 1961, in Leavenworth, Kansas.

She first started playing guitar when she was eight.

Melissa attended berklee Colledge of Music

After 3 semesters, She dropped out of colledge.

She then headed to L.A., hoping to find a career in music.

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Etheridge was discovered by island records chief chris blackwell.

She then got a publishing deal writing songs for movies.

In 1985, Melissa sent her demo to OLivia Records.

Her demo was rejected, but that didn’t stop her!

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In 1988, Melissa released her self-titled debut album within only four days.

Melissa etheridge was a hit!

The single, “Bring Me Some Water” was nominated for a Grammy.

In 1993, Etheridge’s fourth record, yes I am was what launched her into rock stardom.

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Melissa is known for her mixture of confessional lyrics, pop-based folk-rock, and raspy, smoky vocals.

She also has been an iconic gay and lesbian activist since her public coming out in january 1993.

Also, etheridge is a cancer survivor.

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Melissa is now fifty years old. She is happy in a new relationship with Linda wallem after

breaking up with Tammy lynn michaels about two years ago. She also has 5-year-old twins, Johnnie rose, and Miller Steven.

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Fearless love Release date: 2010

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BreakdownRelease Date: 1999Label: IslandRating: Your Little SecretRelease Date: 1995Label: IslandRating: Yes I AmRelease Date: 1993Label: IslandRating: Never EnoughRelease Date: 1992Label: IslandRating: Brave and CrazyRelease Date: 1989Label: IslandRating: Melissa EtheridgeRelease Date: 1988Label: IslandRating: Yes + I Am LiveLabel: Phantom Records (England)

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