Sara Bareilles
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Early Life and Education
Sara Beth Bareilles, born on December 7, 1979, in Eureka, California, is a celebrated American singer-songwriter. Raised in a Catholic household by her parents Bonnie and Paul Bareilles, she grew up alongside her two siblings. From a young age, Bareilles demonstrated a keen interest in music. While maintaining strong academic performance, she actively participated in school choirs and performed at local events during her high school years.
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- Birth Date
- 7 Dec, 1979
- Age
- 40 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
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- Birth Place
- Eureka
- Education
- University of California, Los Angeles
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American recording artist; pop rock singer-songwriter and pianist
- Twitter Id
- SaraBareilles
- Net Worth 2021
- 8 million
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After graduating from high school, Bareilles attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she majored in communication studies. During her time at UCLA, she joined the a cappella group Awaken A Cappella and was featured on the 2004 "Best of College A Cappella" compilation album, which boosted her confidence as a performer. She also won the UCLA Spring Sing competition twice, showcasing her musical talent early on. Bareilles taught herself to play several musical instruments, including the piano and guitar, and began performing regularly in bars and lounges around Los Angeles—efforts that helped her build an initial fan base.
Breakthrough with "Little Voice" and "Love Song"
In 2004, Bareilles independently released her debut studio album, Careful Confessions. Her breakthrough came in 2007 with the release of her first major-label album, Little Voice, which featured the hit single “Love Song.” The song garnered widespread acclaim and earned her mainstream recognition. "Love Song" was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), firmly establishing Bareilles as a notable figure in the American music industry.
Following the success of Little Voice, she released a series of popular tracks, including “Gravity,” “I Choose You,” “Brave,” and “King of Anything.” These songs received strong commercial and critical success, further solidifying her reputation as one of the most talented contemporary singer-songwriters.
