The Talented Queen Emily
Queen Emily (David), 41, took fifth place on Season 3 of the hit US show, "America's Got Talent" during the summer of 2008.
She hails from Stockton, California and is a highly talented soul and R&B singer. She started singing in church and at an early age had aspirations of becoming a professional entertainer. Unfortunately for her, life got in the way. As a single mother, she put her singing career on hold to raise her two daughters, but she always held on to her dreams of performing.
By auditioning for "America's Got Talent", she is now realizing her dream, by displaying a rich, powerful and soulful voice as well as a magnetic stage presence.
She now stands on the verge of a successful recording career and wooing audiences around the USA.
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The Latest Queen Emily News
It has been announced that Queen Emily will be featured in the cast of a movie titled "Section B". It is being made by award winning film maker Darla Rae.
Queen Emily is due to play the part of Bonnie, and will be featured performing a new song titled "Don't Lose the Vision", which has been written specifically with her in mind. "Section B" is rumored for release later in 2009.
Unfortunately, there is still no news regarding a possible recording contract.
Queen Emily Sings "Chain of Fools"
Find Out More About the Song 'Chain of Fools'
"Chain of Fools" is a song written by Don Covay. Aretha Franklin first released the song as a single in 1967 and subsequently it appeared on many of her albums. It reached number one on the U.S. R&B chart, staying there for four weeks, and went to number two on the pop chart in January 1968.
It won the Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, and later a Grammy Hall of Fame Award. In 2004, this song was ranked #249 on Rolling Stone's list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. The trademark tremolo guitar licks at the introduction were played by Joe South.
In the 1996 movie 'Michael', Aretha Franklin's 'Chain of Fools' is the juke box selection played as Michael (John Travolta) dances with - at the start - 2 waitresses and then - finally - most of the women in the restaurant/bar.
Queen Emily Sings "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"
Learn More About the Song 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough'
"'Aint No Mountain High Enough'" is an R&B/soul song written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson in 1966. The composition was first successful as a 1967 hit single recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell for the Tamla (Motown) label. The song became a hit a second time in 1970, when a cover by fellow Motown artist Diana Ross became a number-one hit on the Billboard'' Hot 100 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Here's the Songs That Queen Emily Sings
Her Songs from the "America's Got Talent" Competition
The Definitive Soul Collection
Includes the original version of 'Chain of Fools'.
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Music Box
Mariah Carey's album from 1993 includes her signature tune, 'Hero'.
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The Complete Duets
Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell sing their version of 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' from 1967.
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The Definitive Collection
Updated classic No.1 from Diana Ross, 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' is included here.
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20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Jennifer Holliday
'And I Am Telling You' is the first track included on this stunning collection of Jennifer Holliday's body of work.
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The Ultimate Collection
Includes the hit song 'One Moment in Time'.
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Dreamgirls
Movie soundtrack includes 'And I am Telling You I'm Not Going' by Jennifer Hudson.
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Dreamgirls (1982 Original Broadway Cast)
Stage version of 'Dreamgirls' includes Jennifer Holliday's version of 'And I am Telling You I'm Not Going'.
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Queen Emily Sings "Hero"
Great Information About the Song 'Hero'
"Hero" is a song written and produced by American singer Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff, and recorded for Carey's fourth album, Music Box (1993). Its protagonist declares that even though we may feel discouraged or down at times, in reality we are "heroes" if we look inside ourselves and see our own inner strength; in time, this will help us "find the way." It was released as the album's second single in the fourth quarter of 1993 and became a worldwide commercial success. "Hero" is considered one of Carey's signature songs, and she regularly performs it when invited to charity events and closes most concerts with it. It is also known for being one of the most frequently performed songs at her concerts next to "Vision of Love." The song was nominated for the 1995 Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, losing to Sheryl Crow's "All I Wanna Do." "Hero" won two ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards, one ASCAP Pop Music Award and one BMI Pop Award for the Songwriter Award.
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Queen Emily Sings "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going"
Find Out More About the Song 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going'
"'And I Am Telling You Im Not Going'" is a torch song from the Broadway musical Dreamgirls, with lyrics by Tom Eyen and music by Henry Krieger. In the context of the musical, "And I Am Telling You Im Not Going" is sung by the character Effie White, a singer with the girl group The Dreams, to her manager, Curtis Taylor Jr., whose romantic and professional relationship with Effie is quickly ending. The lyrics to "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going", often considered the show's signature tune, describe Effie's love for Curtis, both strongly devoted and defiant. She refuses to let Curtis leave her behind, and boldly proclaims to him, "I'm staying and you ... you're gonna love me."
In addition to its presence in the musical, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" is also notable as the debut single of two women who portrayed Effie. Jennifer Holliday originated the role on Broadway in 1981 and won a Tony Award for her performance. In 1982, Holliday recorded a number-one R&B hit version of "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going". Jennifer Hudson portrayed Effie in the 2006 film adaptation of Dreamgirls, winning an Oscar for the role. Hudson's version became a Top 20 R&B single, and a number-one dance hit.
Queen Emily Sings 'One Moment in Time'
Info About the Song 'One Moment in Time'
"One Moment in Time" is a song written by Albert Hammond and recorded by American singer Whitney Houston for the 1988 Summer Olympics held in Seoul, South Korea.
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Leslie wrote
You sing everything beautifully, but please include many of those great Motown songs in your first CD.
Posted June 03, 2009
i'm from indonesia ! wrote
i really love your voice that is really powerfull .
i don't understand why you didn't take the 1st and why you don't have any album or single .
u r the best !
kiss , from me , in indonesia .
Posted May 22, 2009
i'm from indonesia ! wrote
i really love your voice that is really powerfull .
i don't understand why you didn't take the 1st and why you don't have any album or single .
u r the best !
kiss , from me , in indonesia .
Posted May 22, 2009
sunny wrote
wow she is great
Posted March 30, 2009
Tom from Belgium wrote
How is it possible she hasn't recorded a record yet?
Dear Bosses of Cd-compagnies. Would you be so kind to give Queen Emily a contract. Thank You verry much!
(hope this wil help! :p ) Greetings and blessings from belgium! x
Posted March 02, 2009
Ilyana wrote
Queen Emily... You have an amazing talent! I WANT TO BUY ALL YOUR CDs!!!! My boyfriend and I live in Puerto Rico... yes girl! in Puerto Rico people have seen you and are very proud of you!!!! And crazy about your voice!!! If there were only more to listen from you... Where can I find your music??? Are you stil there withought being signed!!!??? I hope someone already did and to find your CDs available soon!... Blessings!
Posted February 15, 2009
Nan wrote
in reply to liza
Liza you couldn't be more right! I can't wait to here that someone has signed this fantastic singer to a recording contract. Someone already has written a song for her that she will be performing in an upcoming movie. Perhaps then the people who sign singers will stand up and take notice.
Posted February 03, 2009
liza wrote
in reply to lovework art] i totally agree with you. she should win the competition. SHE WAS THE BEST,And i hope she can find somebody to help her to record a cd,cuz im waiting for that .SHES MY STAR
Posted January 28, 2009
lou16 wrote...
I didn't know why Queen Emily was, but as my daughter's name is Emily I had to have a look! Another great lens.
Posted October 16, 2008
