A native of Brooklyn, NY, and the product of Dominican and Puerto Rican Parentage, Michelle was exposed to cultural and artistic diversity at an early age. Her youth was rich with Latin, Caribbean, Gospel, hip-hop and R&B flavor. Her father, a Latin jazz guitarist, played a significant role in Michelle’s life.
Making a commitment at age 16 to follow God, she became a worship leader, working for six years with her church youth group. Her life was changed when a performance at her home church caught the attention of RockSoul Entertainment’s founder Lee Jerkins. Impressed with Michelle’s raw talent and passion for God, he recognized a “diamond in the rough”.
The Lord’s providence would bring her to Philadelphia, where Lee helped develop and hone her skills. Michelle has developed into a multifaceted artist a gifted songwriter, singer, and national speaker. She has performed in the company of established artists such as Anointed, Crystal Lewis, Nicole Mullen, Out Of Eden, and Papa San. She has also been featured on Cross Movement’s Grammy and Dove nominated album “Higher Definition”. In 2006, her debut album “Phenomenal” was born.
Two years later, with a newfound understanding of who she is in Christ, Michelle presents her sophomore album, “In Spite of Me”. Michelle wrote and co-wrote the album that fuses Urban Contemporary Christian music with Latin melodies. Lyrically, the album depicts humanity’s imperfections in the presence of a perfect God. It is an attempt to illustrate that being a Christian is a process of growth and a journey of becoming more Christ-like. With refreshing, strong, and stirring vocals, she shares her faith in a fun and unobtrusive way. She talks about her real life struggles and how she has been able to overcome them with Christ.
She transparently displays her hurts and insecurities in hopes of influencing young people to find their identity in Christ. “These songs are personal stories and victories from my life that I hope will inspire the lives of others “
With heartfelt praise, Michelle declares her dedication to the One who continues to inspire and change her life. In spite of an emotional journey of struggle and sacrifice, God has blessed her with perseverance and grace. Her music encourages each of us to take a closer look at who Jesus really is, to embrace the challenges of life as tools for learning and growth.
Hi Michelle, I've constanly bugged you on Facebook about the new album and when it will be released. After hearing 'Our Generation', I've got to bug you even more. I can't stop listening to it, and am disappointed that I can't listen to it in the car, working out, or anyplace else not in front of the computer. But, it is very hot and very inspirational. I pray that many people are blessed and will be blessed by it as I am.
Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; (Ephesians 5:20) - From Our Family To Your's, May God Bless You! & keep you Always in his Love & Sovreign Mercy & Grace! - "Soli Deo Gloria"... " To God Be The Glory Alone!"
My dear sis, greetings & blessings to ya! Just wanna spread some genuine love ya way! The new tracks are hott! On the real! I love it! When do the CD drop? I gotta get up on it! Gotta support the Fam! We in this together 4 sure! Oh and Michelle, I pray you & yours have a lovely Thanksgiving! May it be a day full of joy & peace!
I've gotten the bulletin and came to visit, and I must say, loving the new songs "Our Generation" and "You Don't Have To Cry". LaCre & Flame? You done it this go round for real.
I'm passing through 2 share this video, that has impacted me in my daily walk with Christ, with u. I pray that it encourages u to continue to walk as Christ would have u walk... Please pass it along to others in the faith. :)
"Oh, my anguish, my anguish! I writhe in pain. Oh, the agony of my heart! My heart pounds within me, I cannot keep silent. For I have heard the sound of the trumpet; I have heard the battle cry."
This world is in ruins. Our lives are at stake. Anguish for the state we find ourselves in must ignite a passion that doesn't smolder at night, but stays lit for an eternity for the sake of us all and for the glory of God alone.
Hello. I love you because I can. A medicine effectual to the cure of a single member of the body might make the inventor wealthy. Here is a medicine for all flesh. "The Word of God(Love)"- FROM YOUR HEAD TO YOUR FEET. Jesus Christ is The Physician of infinite ability -who heals all our diseases.(Proverbs 4;20-22) Jesus's Word is seed. Seed we need to plant in our hearts, our mind and thoughts and meditate on all the good healing promises daily. After we plant the seed, we beleive it is growing before we see it grow. This is faith that is " evidence of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). We can get rid of our doubts only by looking steadfastly (meditating) at the evidence God The Father of Heaven and Earth has given us to look at... Jesus's known Word. Don't doubt your faith sweetheart, doubt your doubt's, for they are unreliable. Humanly speaking, some disease's are incurable, but when we look at Christ (God's Word) we are both forgiven and healed. We who trust in Jesus Christ's Word's have no need to be ashamed of our confidence. Time and Eternity will both justify our reliance on Jesus Christ. When we plant Jesus's seed in us, wait, be patient and expect a harvest, just like a farmer planting carrot seed's or veg. He waits for the seed to grow. Our harvest is good health
and peace for the flesh and soul(mind, thoughts and emotions), and ultimately our spiritual conversion from satan to God when we first heard the Word of Love and trusted in our salvation, Jesus.(Ephesians 1: 13). We beleive. Stand strong. I love you. Paul Smith England.
