Who is Chanté Moore?

Chanté Torrane Moore is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter. Born in San Francisco, California, she has released six studio albums to date, including her debut album Precious in 1992. Her best known songs include “Love's Taken Over”, “It's Alright”, “Chante's Got a Man”, and “Straight Up”. She is known for her signature long braids and often incorporates them into her visual aesthetic.

Early Life & Music Career

Moore began singing at the age of three in church and continued to perform throughout school. She attended Oakland High School and joined the local Bay Area band, The Girls, when she was 19. After two years with the group, she decided to pursue a solo career.

In 1992, she signed a record deal with Silas Records and released her debut album Precious. It featured the hit single “Love's Taken Over” and earned Moore a Billboard Music Award. After releasing her second album A Love Supreme, Moore took a break from music to focus on raising her daughter with her husband, Kenneth Moore. In 1999, she returned with her third album This Moment Is Mine, which featured the hit single “Chante’s Got a Man”. The album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Collaborations & Later Work

Moore has collaborated with other popular R&B artists such as Gerald Levert, Bobby Brown, Keith Sweat, Jagged Edge, and Joe. In 2004, she released her fourth album Exposed, which peaked at number five on the US Billboard 200 chart. Her fifth album Love the Woman was released in 2006, followed by her sixth studio album Christmas Back to You. In 2018, she released the single “Real One” featuring KEM and B Slade.

Personal Life & Legacy

Moore is married to musician Kenny Lattimore and they have one daughter together. She continues to tour nationally and internationally performing her hits as well as new material. Her discography has earned her critical acclaim as well as numerous awards including two Soul Train Music Awards. She is widely recognized as one of the best contemporary female R&B singers of all time.