Corrinne May
Singer-Songwriter · SG · Active since 1973

Corrinne May

Intimate, piano-driven folk that feels like a quiet conversation. Gentle melodies and spiritual warmth for moments of reflection and calm.

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Corrinne May is a pivotal figure in the Singaporean music export scene, representing a successful bridge between Asian sensibilities and Western singer-songwriter traditions. A Berklee College of Music alumna, her sound identity is defined by sophisticated harmonic structures, a legacy of her film scoring background, and a distinctly gentle vocal delivery.

Her career arc saw a significant shift when she moved to Los Angeles in 1999, leading to a high-profile collaboration with Carole King and Carole Bayer Sager. This connection established her as a serious songwriter within the industry. Culturally, she holds a unique position as a prominent Christian artist whose work maintains broad secular appeal through its universal themes of hope and human connection. Critical consensus highlights her technical proficiency on the piano and her ability to maintain an intimate, 'unplugged' feel even within polished studio environments. She remains a benchmark for independent artists in Southeast Asia, proving the viability of English-language singer-songwriter music in the region.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 2001 · 2012
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