Rochelle Marie Lightfoot, "The Sweetheart of Song"™, is an American award-winning multi-genre singer, songwriter, recording artist, spokesperson, entrepreneur and philanthropist. She is sought after for her velvety "big voice", and spirited performances featuring jazz, soul, and gospel music.  Renowned for her powerful rendition of the “The Star-Spangled Banner”, she has performed on grand stages for President Clinton, President Obama, the US Congress, for the National Football League, (NFL), and for U.S. Soccer’s World Cup broadcasted live on ESPN before an international audience of more than 8 million people. 

Rochelle was born in Miami, Florida, and raised in Dallas, Texas.  She is considered a naturally gifted vocal phenomenon (a prodigy), since her vocal ability was discovered by her mother at just 18 months old. During her early educational and high school years, she learned to play the viola, flute and some percussion instruments while participating in her high school jazz and marching band, all whiile winning statewide competitons through her singing . In 1993, she returned to Miami and obtained two management degrees from Miami Dade College and Florida International University in hospitality and tourism.  In 2007, Rochelle gave the “gift of extended life” by donating one of her kidneys to Gwen Amica, a lady she met during one of her performances. Today, they are both healthy and are wonderful friends. Ms. Lightfoot is a living organ donor and through the Rochelle Lightfoot Foundation, she educates and empowers others about the need to become an organ donor, and makes grants to non-profit organizations that help donor families and transplant patients, who need emergency medical care and financial support. Ms. Lightfoot is also dedicated to using her musical platform, to uplift and inspire all people who are seeking to fulfill God's appointed purpose for their life.

A mezzo-soprano, Rochelle exudes a colorful range of velvety vocals, with a classic style influenced by numerous treasured musical legends.  Ms. Lightfoot has released two albums entitled “The Gift,” Christmas Album and a Pure Jazz album entitled "Jazzy Classics.”  Her multi-genre style also flows throughout her other disciplines; as a praise and worship minister, a motivational speaker, and as a venture consultant for select entrepreneurial and philanthropic initiatives.  Rochelle has opened for numerous legendary musical artists, big screen celebrities, political dignitaries and has an esteemed fan base throughout the United States and internationally. Her debut professional performance was for Dr. Maya Angelou at age 20, and for over 30 years, Ms. Lightfoot continues to be celebrated by her fans, as she amazes them with her unique soulful sound and sophisticated style. 

"Touching the World Through Song” -- R. LIGHTFOOT