Joan Osborne

Joan Osborne, born Joan Elizabeth Osborne on July 8, 1962, in Anchorage, Kentucky, is an American singer and songwriter. She is best known for her hit recording of "One of Us," from her debut album Relish (1995). Both the single and album became worldwide hits and earned a combined seven Grammy Award nominations. With a career spanning rock, pop, soul, R&B, blues, and country, she has proven a versatile interpreter of music. Osborne has also toured with the Funk Brothers, the legendary Motown session musicians, and appeared in the documentary film about them, Standing in the Shadows of Motown (2002). She identifies as bisexual and has natural blonde hair and blue eyes. Today, she maintains a strong social media presence with over 31,000 followers on Instagram.