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Meet Daphne Willis, a dynamic singer-songwriter whose music blends alternative pop with pop, R&B, and folk influences. Born March 10, 1987, in Texas and raised in Chicago, she signed with Vanguard Records in 2008 and has since pursued independent publishing with Sony ATV and Barefeet Records. Her work spans television placements, viral hits, and a steady stream of original songs that connect with fans around the world. Whether you're discovering her for the first time or following her latest releases, you've got a friend in the music business with Daphne Willis.

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From early bluesy/jazz-infused roots in Chicago to modern alt-pop storytelling, Daphne Willis has built a catalog that resonates across genres. Her songs have appeared on Empire and One Tree Hill, and her track Somebody's Someone became a high-engagement viral hit. Her discography features a recent self-released album, What Might Have Been (2024), alongside earlier works like Because I Can (2011) and What to Say (2010). While 2025 tour dates are not publicly posted on her official site yet, you can stay tuned for updates and secure your seats when tours are announced. For ongoing updates, follow her official channels and explore her music across streaming platforms.

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Quick Facts About Daphne Willis

  • Biography and career: Born March 10, 1987, in Texas; raised in Chicago; signed to Vanguard Records in 2008; later pursued independent publishing with Sony ATV and Barefeet Records. Her music has appeared in TV shows like Empire and One Tree Hill, and her song Somebody's Someone became a high-engagement viral track. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daphne_Willis))
  • Genre and style: Labeled as Alternative Pop with crossovers to pop, R&B, and folk; early work blended blues/jazz influences from Chicago. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daphne_Willis))
  • Discography (albums, most recent first): What Might Have Been (2024, self-released); Essentials (2021, independent); Awake Now (2020, Barefeet Records); Freaks Like Me (2017, Barefeet Records); Live to Try (2014, Barefeet Records); Because I Can (2011, Vanguard); What to Say (2010, Vanguard). ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/us/album/what-might-have-been/1810830384))
  • Top singles/hits: Because I Can (2011) peaked at #2 on iTunes Top 40 Singer/Songwriter Chart; Somebody’s Someone (2017) viral video with millions of views; 2025 singles include FUK'D UP FAMILY, MY TURN, Watch Me Do It, Higher Up. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daphne_Willis?utm_source=openai))
  • Awards/achievements: Sync placements widely used in campaigns and media (Samsung, Empire, SpongeBob); keynote exposure via NPR; Equality Now gala appearance noted; Sony/ATV publishing deal in 2015. ([daphnewillis.com](https://www.daphnewillis.com/bio))
  • Social media presence: Official site lists links to Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, and iTunes. ([daphnewillis.com](https://www.daphnewillis.com/bio))

The records

Daphne Willis Discography

  • What Might Have Been
    2024 · Self-released
  • Essentials
    2021 · Independent
  • Awake Now
    2020 · Barefeet Records
  • Freaks Like Me
    2017 · Barefeet Records
  • Live to Try
    2014 · Barefeet Records
  • Because I Can
    2011 · Vanguard Records
  • What to Say
    2010 · Vanguard Records

The hits

Top Daphne Willis Songs

  • FUK'D UP FAMILY
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  • MY TURN
    2025 · N/A
  • Watch Me Do It
    2025 · N/A
  • Higher Up
    2025 · N/A
  • I Am Enough
    2019 · N/A
  • Do It Like This
    2018 · N/A
  • BrickxBrick
    2021 · N/A
  • Somebody's Someone
    2017 · N/A
  • Gone with the Wind (example placeholder)
    2015 · N/A

From early bluesy/jazz-infused roots in Chicago to modern alt-pop storytelling, Daphne Willis has built a catalog that resonates across genres. Her songs have appeared on Empire and One Tree Hill, and her track Somebody's Someone became a high-engagement viral hit. Her discography features a recent self-released album, What Might Have Been (2024), alongside earlier works like Because I Can (2011) and What to Say (2010). While 2025 tour dates are not publicly posted on her official site yet, you can stay tuned for updates and secure your seats when tours are announced. For ongoing updates, follow her official channels and explore her music across streaming platforms.

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