Charlotte Diamond
Charlotte Diamond, CM (born July 31, 1945) is a Canadian children's singer who is best known for performing most popular songs for children.
Charlotte Diamond | |
---|---|
Born | Richmond, British Columbia, Canada | July 31, 1945
Genres | Children's music |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Instruments | Vocals |
Labels | Hug Bug Records |
Website | charlottediamond |
Biography
Charlotte Diamond was born in Richmond, British Columbia. She graduated from North Delta Secondary School in 1963. She attended the University of British Columbia to study French language and zoology.
Music career
Diamond has recorded 12 albums including the Juno Award-winning 10 Carrot Diamond. Some of her most popular songs include "4 Hugs a Day", "I Am a Pizza", "Octopus", "Each of Us Is a Flower", and "May There Always Be Sunshine". Diamond has also recorded songs in Spanish and French, including "Soy una pizza" and "Qu'il y ait toujours le soleil". She has toured in Canada and the U.S.
Awards and recognition
On June 30, 2016, Diamond was made member of the Member of the Order of Canada by Governor General David Johnston for "her contributions as a children's entertainer who, through music, helps develop creativity and self-expression in youth." [1]
- 1986 – winner, Juno Award, Best Children's Album, 10 Carrot Diamond
- 1987 – nominee, Juno Award, Best Children's Album, Diamond in the Rough
- 1989 – nominee, Juno Award, Best Children's Album, Diamonds and Dragons
- 2003 – nominee, Juno Award, Children's Album of the Year, Nous sommes tous comme les fleurs
Discography (with years released)
- 1985: 10 Carrot Diamond
- 1986: Diamond in the Rough
- 1988: Diamonds and Dragons
- 1988: Qu'il y ait toujours le soleil
- 1990: The Christmas Gift
- 1992: My Bear Gruff
- 1993: Bonjour l'hiver
- 1994: Soy una Pizza
- 1995: Sing-Along with Charlotte
- 1996: Diamonds and Daydreams
- 2000: Charlotte Diamond's World
- 2001: Nous sommes tous comme les fleurs
References
- Globe and Mail Staff (30 June 2016). "Canada's Honour Roll". The Globe and Mail.