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Shirma Rouse

b. 1980

Dutch female vocalist

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About Shirma Rouse

Born 1980. Shirma Rouse is a Dutch vocalist and singer.

Shirma Tamara Rouse (born 13 March 1980) is a Dutch singer. She is known for her participation in the fourth season of The Voice of Holland, and for providing backing vocals for Anouk at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013. In 2018, she was invited to the funeral of Aretha Franklin, due to the popularity of her tribute album to the artist.

Biography Shirma Rouse was born on 13 March 1980 on the island of Curaçao, Netherlands Antilles. She grew up on Sint Eustatius and returned to Curaçao in 1996 to complete her secondary education.

In 2010, Rouse released her debut studio album, titled Chocolate Coated Dreams. In 2012, a second album was released, titled Shirma Rouse sings Aretha, with which she did a theatre tour.

In 2017, Rouse toured with The Soul of Spanish Harlem, and resumed her Aretha Franklin tribute. After the death of Franklin in 2018, Rouse was invited to attend the funeral. In 2023, she presented an episode of the Omroep Zwart television programme about fat shaming.

Discography Studio albums Chocolate Coated Dreams (2010) Dedicated to You (2012) Shout It Out Loud (2014) Soul Serenade (2017)

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Vocalist, singer

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Shirma Rouse?

Dutch female vocalist

When was Shirma Rouse born?

Shirma Rouse was born on 13 March 1980 in Curaçao.

What is Shirma Rouse's occupation?

Shirma Rouse is a vocalist and singer.

What nationality is Shirma Rouse?

Shirma Rouse is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shirma Rouse

· Wikidata: Q15881908

· DBpedia: Shirma Rouse

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