| About Olivia Chisholm | American pop and R&B singer-songwriter Olivia Chisholm is of African American and Tongan Ethnicity, born to the parents of Don and Lorraine Chisholm on August 29,1990. Singing since childhood, Chisholm first discovered her vocal ability by singing along with her favorite songs and attempting to sing each note exactly the way she heard it. Chisholm would also imitate her musical influences which include Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Sade, Destiny’s Child, Selena, Mariah Carey, and Aaliyah. Olivia Chisholm’s musical background began in the 5th grade when she learned how to play the flute. The Charlotte, North Carolina native continued to expand her musical horizons by studying the piano, violin and guitar. Once Olivia gained knowledge of each instrument, she began to write her own songs at the age of 12 while also being heavenly involved in athletic sports such as basketball and volleyball. After graduating and receiving her diploma from Hopewell High School in 2008, Olivia was determined to start the process of being a recording artist, and recorded her first song in 2009. Always aware that education came first, Chisholm wanted to get her college degree before seeking out a full time professional singing career, so she balanced writing songs, recording music, and performing at numerous events, with being a full time college student. Now, a recent graduate from college, Olivia has since then, continued to pursue a career in the music industry and received the opportunity to be mentored by singer-songwriter Robin Thicke while being a contestant on the reality singing TV show “Duets” which aired on ABC May 19, 2012. Olivia Chisholm witnessed an unforgettable experience being apart of the Duets cast and she is now using everything her mentor has taught her as well as her own knowledge, to be a success in the Music Industry. |
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