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Raised in the heart of Chicago, Corinne Brooks grew up surrounded by music-but rarely felt seen within it. With a mother who ran a local music school and an absent father whose silence echoed louder than any applause, Corinne learned early how to rely on discipline rather than comfort. Trained in both classical and contemporary vocals, she mastered technique, but the industry's obsession with perfection left little room for the raw emotion she carried inside.
At her elite performing arts school, Corinne was praised for her talent yet pushed into the spotlight against her will, treated as a voice to be showcased rather than a person to be understood. When the pressure finally becomes too much, she makes a quiet but defiant choice: she transfers to McKinley High, seeking a fresh start and a place where music can mean something again.
Guarded, sharp, and slow to trust, Corinne finds herself drawn into a world where performance is messy, heartfelt, and deeply personal. Through unexpected friendships, fierce loyalty, and a growing connection with Mike Chang-who sees her not as a prodigy but as a partner-Corinne begins to learn that harmony isn't about perfection. It's about being heard, choosing your own voice, and daring to sing on your own terms.