Michelle Wright, born on July 1, 1961, in Chatham, Ontario, Canada, is a renowned Canadian country music artist. She grew up in Merlin, Ontario, where her parents were local music performers, which influenced her early interest in music. Wright began her music career in 1980 while in college, performing with a local band before forming her own band in 1983. Her career took a significant turn in 1985 when she signed with Savannah Records and released her debut single, "I Want to Count on You," followed by her debut album, "Do Right by Me," in 1988.

Wright's breakthrough came in the early 1990s when she signed with Arista Nashville and released her self-titled album in 1990, which brought her critical acclaim and a series of awards from the Canadian Country Music Association. Her third album, "Now and Then," released in 1992, featured the hit single "Take It Like a Man," which reached No. 1 in Canada and No. 10 in the United States, marking her international success.

Throughout her career, Michelle Wright has charted over twenty-five singles in Canada, including six Number One hits, and achieved success in the United States with several Top 40 hits. Her contributions to country music were recognized with her induction into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in 2011. Wright continues to be an influential figure in the country music scene, known for her powerful vocals and heartfelt songwriting.