Melissa Etheridge

Melissa Etheridge

New Zealand New ZealandmusicianFemaleb. 19618.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Melissa Etheridge is an American singer-songwriter and activist, known for her powerful voice and emotive lyrics. Rising to fame in the early 1990s with hits like "Come to My Window" and "I'm the Only One," she has won multiple Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Etheridge is also recognized for her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and cancer awareness, having publicly shared her own battle with breast cancer. Her music often reflects personal experiences and social issues, making her a prominent figure not only in music but also in activism.

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Recent news mentions

Melissa Etheridge is recognized at the Elton John Impact Awards.

English star Jonathan Bailey feared being gay would hurt his acting career
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
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Two-time Grammy winner Etheridge is best known for her songs Come to My Window and I’m the Only One.

Lauryn Hill among first-time nominees for 2026 Rock Hall | Entertainment
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-26
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Melissa Etheridge is among the artists scheduled to perform at the festival.

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Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-05-24
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