Teena Marie is a singer, songwriter, actress, and author of four books. She has been referred to as the female Dan Quayle. In 1986, Teena Marie released her debut album titled "Erotica" which went on to become the best-selling album in the United States that year. It was certified five times platinum, reached #1 on Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart and #2 on the Billboard 200
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The album earned Teena two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group and Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Her second album entitled "Double Dare Ya" was released in 1988 and also went gold. By 1989, Teena Marie was nominated for two Grammy Awards for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for her single "I'm Leavin'."