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Ingrid Michaelson - Singer / Songwriter. Inspirational Quotes & Biography

 

"Sometimes to move forward you have to let go. I figured that out through opening myself up, allowing people into my creative process."

"Music to me is something that I didn't choose; it was a necessity. I grew up with music, my father is a musician. It makes me happy; it makes people happy."

"There's something about having an artistic outlet that is so important to the human mind and development. It's as important as any other subject in school."

"For as long as we can trace back human life, there's always been some sort of music - ceremonies, rituals. It's part of the human makeup."

"Happy is the heart that still feels pain."

"All the broken hearts in the world still beat."

"And we are so fragile, and our cracking bones make noise, and we are just breakable, breakable, breakable girls."

"I never thought I could love anyone but myself. Now I know I can't love anyone but you."

"Do you remember when the walls fell? Do you remember the sound that the door made when you closed it on me?"

"If you were falling, then I would catch you. You need a light, I'd find a match."

"I know we all have no attention spans anymore, me included, but can we hold hands and get through this thing together?"

"A dream is a wish your heart makes."

"I just want to be OK, be OK, be OK. I just want to be OK today."

"I will live my life as a lobsterman's wife on an island in the blue bay."

"I want to change the world instead; I sleep and dream again."

"Maybe, in the future, I'll write a song about how I feel, but right now, I just want to keep it to myself."

"I think the best way to be happy with someone is to learn how to be happy alone. That way, the company will be a matter of choice and not necessity."

"Even if your hands are shaking and your faith is broken, even as the eyes are closing, do it with a heart wide open."

"I don't want to be the one who says life is beautiful. I want to be the one who feels it."

"The way I feel about music is that there is no right and wrong. Only true and false."

These quotes encapsulate Ingrid Michaelson's reflections on love, creativity, and the human experience, offering inspiration to singers, fans, and fellow creatives alike.

 

Ingrid Michaelson

Ingrid Michaelson, born Ingrid Ellen Michaelson on December 8, 1979, in New York City, is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive blend of indie pop, folk-pop, and indie folk music. She grew up in a creative household; her father, Carl Michaelson, was a composer and manager of copyrights for Carl Fischer Music, while her mother, Elizabeth Egbert, was a sculptor.

Ingrid began her musical journey at a young age, starting piano lessons at four and continuing her training at Manhattan’s Third Street Music School and the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island’s Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute.

Michaelson’s early involvement in musical theater with the Staten Island Kids On Stage group and her participation in various performing arts activities during her high school and college years laid a strong foundation for her future career. She graduated from Staten Island Technical High School and later earned a degree in theater from Binghamton University, where she was active in the Binghamtonics, an a cappella group, and the Pappy Parker Players, an improv comedy group.

Her music career took off with the self-release of her debut album, Slow the Rain, in 2005. However, it was her second album, Girls and Boys (2006), that brought her widespread recognition. The album featured the hit single “The Way I Am,” which gained significant popularity after being featured in an Old Navy commercial. This exposure led to numerous appearances on prime-time television and a re-release of the album through Original Signal Recordings.

Michaelson’s music has been prominently featured in various television shows, including Grey’s Anatomy, Scrubs, and The Vampire Diaries, further cementing her place in the indie music scene. Over the years, she has released eight independent albums, with notable works such as Everybody (2009), Human Again (2012), and Lights Out (2014), which includes the hit single "Girls Chase Boys".

In addition to her music career, Michaelson has ventured into acting and theater. She has appeared in productions such as Humor Me and The Muppets, showcasing her versatility as an artist. Her personal life has also been in the spotlight; she was married to musician Greg Laswell from 2011 to 2015 and has been in a relationship with actor Will Chase since 2015.

Michaelson continues to be an influential figure in the music industry, known for her heartfelt lyrics, catchy melodies, and unique voice. Her ability to connect with audiences through her music and performances has earned her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

 

 

 

 

 

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