Tahirah Memory

Midnight Lightning by Laura Veirs

Mar 7, 201831:43Health

Singer-songwriter and Portland native Tahirah Memory developed a passion for music at a young age. With humble beginnings singing along to R&B records at home, Tahirah grew up to become a highly sought-after vocalist. Sh...

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