Mario's Biography

Birth name:
Mario Dewar Barrett.
Born:
August 27, 1986.
Origin:
Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Genre(s):
R&B.
Occupation(s):
Singer-songwriter, actor.
Years active:
2002-present.
Label(s):
3rd Street/BMG
Website:
Mario

Biography.

Mario wanted to become a singer at the age of four. His mother supported his dream and bought him a karaoke machine. He learned to play the piano and used that skill to create musical melodies and songs. This helped Mario stand out in various talent shows. After a talent show, he was discovered at age 11. He was offered a record deal to sign with Clive Davis' J Records, home to singer-songwriter Alicia Keys, Luther Vandross, Cassidy, Dos Uno & Monica. His musical influences include Stevie Wonder, Fernando & Q-Bah, Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Brian McKnight, Boyz II Men, and Joe. He currently resides in New Jersey. His first introduction to the music industry was the Dr. Dolittle 2 movie soundtrack in 2001. He sang a captivating performance of the Stevie Wonder classic You and I at Clive's Grammy party in 2002, and began recording an album.
Mario in let me love you.