
Marcia Barrett is a Jamaican singer and one of the original members of Boney M. Born in Saint Catherine, Jamaica, she was part of the group's initial lineup and contributed to their global success.
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Marcia Barrett, born October 14, 1948, in Saint Catherine, Jamaica, is a British-Jamaican vocalist best known as a founding member of the iconic disco group Boney M. Her powerful vocals contributed significantly to the group's global success throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Early Life
Born in Jamaica, Marcia Barrett moved to England in her youth. She pursued a career in music, working as a session singer before joining Boney M.
Career
Barrett's career took off with Boney M., formed in 1975. She became one of the lead vocalists, contributing to numerous hit songs including "Rivers of Babylon," "Daddy Cool," "Rasputin," and "Ma Baker." Following the group's initial disbandment in 1986, Barrett continued to perform and record as a solo artist, keeping the Boney M. legacy alive.
Personal Life
Details regarding Barrett's personal life are generally kept private.
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First name
Marcia
Last name
Barrett
Birthdate
October 14, 1948
Age 77
Birth location
Saint Catherine, Jamaica
Years active
2009 - present
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