Teena Marie

Mary Christine Brockert, known professionally as Teena Marie, was a singer-songwriter, musician, composer, arranger, and producer. She was known for her distinctive soprano vocals which caused many listeners to believe she was black. Teena Marie was a four-time Grammy Award nominee, winning one posthumously in 2023, as a credited songwriter (as Mary Christine Brockert) on Beyonce's hit song Cuff It.

Aliases

• The Ivory Queen of Soul
• Lady Tee
• La Dona