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Wendy Melvoin Biography

Wendy Melvoin is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for her work with Prince as part of his backing band The Revolution, and for her collaboration with Lisa Coleman as one half of the duo Wendy & Lisa.

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10 Quick Facts About Wendy Melvoin

1. Name: Melvoin
2. Age: 58 Years (2022)
3. Birthday: 26 January
4. Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
5. Height: 5 feet 7 inches (1.71m)
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist
8. Marital Status: Single
9. Salary: To be Updated
10. Net worth: $6 Million

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Wendy Melvoin Age

Melvoin is 58 years old as of 2022, she was born on 26 January 1964, in Los Angeles, California, United States. She celebrates her birthday on 26 January every year and her birth sign is Aquarius.

Wendy Melvoin Height

Melvoin stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.71m) tall.

Wendy Melvoin Weight

Melvoin has a moderate weight. Her weight is publicly not available. We will update this section once the information is available.

Wendy Melvoin Education

Any information about Melvin’s educational background is publicly not available. We don’t know what high school or college she attended. We will update this section once the information is available.

Wendy Melvoin Parents

Melvin was born in Los Angeles, California, United States as the daughter of Mike Melvoin(father), and Sandra Melvoin (mother). Her father Mike Melvoin was a member of studio musicians known as The Wrecking Crew and pianist, and also a former president of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences

Wendy Melvoin Siblings

Melvoin was brought up alongside her brother Jonathan Melvoin and her twin sister Susannah Melvoin.

Wendy Melvoin Spouse

Melvoin had her past romantic relationship with Lisa Coleman, who is still her musical partner.

Wendy Melvoin Children

Any information about Melvoin children is publicly not available. We will update this section once the information is available.

Wendy Melvoin Net Worth

Melvoin has an estimated net worth of $6 Million dollars as of 2022. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist. Through her various sources of income, Melvoin has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Wendy Melvoin Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Melvin.

Wendy Melvoin Wiki

• Full Names: Wendy Ann Melvoin
• Popular As: Wendy Melvoin
• Gender: Female
• Occupation / Profession: Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: White
• Religion: To be Updated
• Sexual Orientation: Lesbian

Wendy Melvoin Birthday

• Age: 58 Years (2022)
• Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
• Date of Birth: 26 January 1964
• Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Birthday: 26 January

Wendy Melvoin Body Measurements

• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 7 inches (1.71m)
• Weight: Moderate
• Eye Color: To be Updated
• Hair Color: To be Updated
• Shoe Size: To be Updated
• Dress Size: To be Updated
• Breast Size: To be Updated
• Waist Size: To be Updated
• Hip Size: To be Updated

Wendy Melvoin Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Mike Melvoin
• Mother: Sandra Melvoin
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Jonathan Melvoin, and Susannah Melvoin
• Marital Status: Single
• Dating / Girlfriend: Single
• Children: To be Updated

Melvoin Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $6 Million
• Salary: To be Updated
• Source of Income: Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist

Wendy Melvoin Purple Rain

Melvoin used Rickenbacker 330s for the Purple Rain album, film, and tour. “Purple Rain” was a song by American musician Prince and his backing band the Revolution. It is the title track from the 1984 album of the same name, which in turn is the soundtrack album for the 1984 film of the same name starring Prince, and was released as the third single from the album. The song is a power ballad that combines rock, R&B, gospel, and orchestral music.

Wendy Melvoin Raspberry Beret

Melvoin plays the Taylor 12-string purple acoustic guitar seen earlier in 4 The Tears In You Eyes Footage of Raspberry Beret. “Raspberry Beret” is a song written by American musician Prince and the lead single from Prince & the Revolution’s 1985 album Around the World in a Day.

The sound of the song developed upon earlier Prince arrangements, combining Middle Eastern finger cymbals, stringed instruments, and a harmonica on the comprehensive version. The song was also more in the pop vein than before, though the 12-inch single and video of the song feature a funky intro.

Wendy Melvoin Prince

Melvoin is best known for her work with Prince as part of his backing band The Revolution and for her collaboration with Lisa Coleman as one half of the duo Wendy & Lisa. Prince was an American musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. The recipient of multiple awards and nominations, he is widely considered one of the greatest musicians of his generation.

He was known for his dazzling, androgynous persona; his wide vocal range, which included high-pitched screams; and a far-reaching falsetto and his skill as a multi-instrumentalist, usually choosing to play all or most of the instruments on his recordings. Prince produced his albums himself, pioneering the Minneapolis sound. His music included a wide variety of styles, including funk, new wave, soul, R&B, rock synth-pop, pop, jazz, and hip-hop.

Wendy Melvoin Awards and Achievements

• Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music 2010
• Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media 1985

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