Brooke Ligertwood: Age, Biography, Career, Family And Net Worth
Brooke Ligertwood: Age, Biography, Career, Family And Net Worth: Brooke Gabrielle Ligertwood (née Fraser; also known by her maiden name Brooke Fraser, is a New Zealand singer and songwriter best known for her hit single “Something in the Water”, released in 2010.
Biography
Brooke Fraser is the eldest of three children born to Bernie Fraser and his wife Lynda in Lautoka, Fiji. She grew up with two brothers, Matthew and Shea Fraser.
Brooke grew up in Lower Hutt’s Naenae, where she attended Dyer Street School, Naenae Intermediate School, and Naenae College. She studied piano from the age of seven until seventeen. She began creating songs at the age of twelve and trained herself to play the acoustic guitar at the age of fifteen. Brooke began writing for Soul Purpose magazine at the age of fifteen and was promoted to editor in 2002.
She gave up her job as editor shortly after moving to Auckland in late 2002 in order to pursue her music career. In 2002, at the age of 18, Fraser signed a multi album deal with Sony Music, after a fierce bidding war between labels.
Brooke Ligertwood Age
Ligertwood was born on December 15, 1983, in Wellington, New Zealand
Brook Ligertwood Family
Brooke is married to Scott Ligertwood. The couple got married in 2008 after Fraser had relocated to Sydney in 2004 following the success of her debut album. For her solo career, she continued to perform under her maiden name “Brooke Fraser” until the publication of her live album Seven in 2022.
She revealed her pregnancy with their first child in March 2015. On September 18, 2015, a daughter was born. Fraser presently resides in Los Angeles, where she occasionally serves on the Hillsong Church Los Angeles campus’s Sunday worship team. On July 10, 2017, another daughter was born.
Career
Ligertwood started her music career at a young age, playing the piano and writing songs. She gained recognition in 2003 with her debut album “What to Do with Daylight,” which became a critical and commercial success in New Zealand. The album showcased her talent as a singer-songwriter and established her as a prominent figure in the New Zealand music scene.
In 2006, Brooke Ligertwood released her second album, “Albertine,” which received widespread praise and earned her several awards, including the New Zealand Music Award for Best Female Solo Artist. The album’s title track, “Albertine,” was inspired by her experiences working with refugees in Rwanda and became one of her most well-known songs.
In 2010, she released her third studio album, “Flags,” which further solidified her reputation as a talented musician and songwriter. The album featured a mix of folk and pop influences, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
After a hiatus from the music industry, Brooke returned in 2014 with her fourth studio album, “Brutal Romantic,” which marked a departure from her previous sound, incorporating electronic and synth-pop elements into her music.
Brooke Ligertwood became a member of the Australian Christian music group Hillsong Worship from 2005 to 2010. She rejoined the group in 2016 since she was the songwriter and lead vocalist for the Grammy winning song “What a Beautiful Name”, which was credited under her married name Brooke Ligertwood.
Other well-known songs written and performed by Fraser (both with Hillsong Worship and as a solo artist) include “Hosanna”, “Lead Me To The Cross”, “Better”, “Who You Say I Am”, “King of Kings”, “Awake My Soul”.
Aside from her solo career, she is also known for her involvement in the Christian music scene. She has contributed to various Christian music projects and has a significant following in the Christian music community.
Her music is characterized by her heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals, and melodic sensibility. She is admired for her ability to craft meaningful and introspective songs that resonate with listeners.
Net Worth
Brooke has an estimated net worth of $1.2 Million
Social Media
You can follow her on the following social media platforms:
Instagram: @brookefraser
Facebook: Brooke Fraser
Twitter: @brookefraser
YouTube: Brooke Ligertwood