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American singer-songwriter Not to be confused with Tara MacLean.

Dara Maclean
Birth nameDara Joy Maclean
Born (1986-05-20) May 20, 1986 (age 38)
Miami, Florida, U.S.
OriginFort Worth, Texas, U.S.
GenresContemporary Christian
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active2006–present
LabelsFervent
Websitedaramaclean.com
Musical artist

Dara Joy Maclean (born May 20, 1986) is an American contemporary Christian singer and songwriter born in Miami, Florida, but raised in Fort Worth, Texas, ever since she was eight years old. On July 12, 2011 Maclean released the album entitled You Got My Attention, her first full-length studio album.

Early life

Dara Joy Maclean, now Petty, was born in Miami, Florida, on May 20, 1986, to Dan and Judith Maclean, while Maclean has an older sister, Nicole. She eventually moved to Fort Worth, Texas, when she was eight years old. Maclean started singing at the age of eight, and led worship services at her church in her teens. In addition, Maclean started to play the guitar and write songs at the age of 13.

Personal life

Maclean is of Italian heritage; her grandfather changed the family name from Martorella to Maclean. Maclean announced via Twitter, January 8, 2013, that she was engaged to Donnie Petty. They were married on May 11, 2013.

Discography

Albums

Year Album details Peak chart positions
US
Christian
2006 Dara Joy
  • Released: August 15, 2006
  • Label: Indie
  • Format: CD, digital download
 —
2011 You Got My Attention
  • Released: July 12, 2011
  • Label: Fervent Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 9
2013 Wanted
  • Released: September 24, 2013
  • Label: Fervent Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 22

Singles

Year Title Peak Chart Positions Album
US
Christ
2011 "Suitcases" 18 You Got My Attention
"Free" 16
"The Day That Love Was Born" — Bethlehem Skies EP
2012 "Yours Forever" 27 You Got My Attention

References

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  5. ^ Eagle Mountain International Church. "Dara Maclean Petty". Eagle Mountain International Church. Archived from the original on September 23, 2015. Retrieved September 23, 2015.
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  8. ^ "Doug & Jaci Interview Dara Maclean Segment 4". Today's Christian Music. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
  9. "Shop for Dara Maclean & Donnie Petty's Wedding Registry". www.myregistry.com. Retrieved May 5, 2022.
  10. "You Got My Attention". Allmusic. July 12, 2011. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
  11. Jesus Freak Hideout (July 4, 2011). "You Got My Attention". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
  12. Billboard (January 27, 2012). "You Got My Attention – Dara Maclean". Billboard. Retrieved January 27, 2012.
  13. Billboard (July 23, 2011). "Suitcases – Dara Maclean". Billboard. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
  14. Billboard (February 25, 2012). "Free – Dara Maclean". Billboard. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
  15. Billboard (August 25, 2012). "Yours Forever – Dara Maclean". Billboard. Retrieved November 24, 2012.

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