Ms. Rene Marie (b. 1955), a singer, songwriter, actress and playwright, was born into a family of 9 in a small town in Virginia. Music played a pivotal role in her life from the very beginning. She learned early the power and impact of telling a story through sound and rhythm. Today, Rene Marie tries to imbue emotion into every song she writes – every song she sings – every time. And she continues to offer all of her gifts to the work of creating a more just and compassionate society.