Born in Ewing Township, New Jersey, Norwood Berry Young began singing at age six. Like so many successful singers, Norwood got his start singing in his local church choir. He later performed locally in nightclubs, weddings, and various events in the surrounding cities of Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Maryland, and New York City. He later won a local radio sponsored talent show that landed him a spot on Philadelphia’s local evening entertainment news show, “City Lights.”

At the age of 16, Norwood attended Notre Dame High School (a catholic school) in Lawrenceville N.J. He attended school with an upperclassman by the name of Star Jones! That same year, Norwood was offered a record deal with Philly World Records. This is where Norwood says “I know I paid my dues!” He spent the year recording under the name “Norwood B.” This was the period when it was hip for an artist lasts name to be an initial! Norwood recorded his first dance single “You’re on the one, “You’re On The Money.” Norwood soon after signed his first album deal with major label, MCA/Magnolia records, where he recorded an album titled “I Can’t Let You Go!” This album garnered major critical acclaim and was quite successful in the UK. Songs like the remake of , “Time Be My Lover,”( a classic by Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes) and “Shoulda Been US Together,” turned Norwood into a UK celebrity, and are considered R&B classics! This album toured Norwood all over Europe, Japan, and even Lima Peru where fans loved the music of “Norwood B.”

Issued by EMI records, Norwood became the lead singer of the group “Pieces of a Dream, featuring, Norwood” They recorded the album “Bout Dat Time,” where Norwood received his first gold record for the hit “What Can I Do?” Norwood later went on to record “Young Man, Older Woman” with Grammy nominee Millie Jackson. The song became the premise of the touring musical of the same name.

Today, simply known by a one name moniker, Norwood has just completed his long–awaited CD titled “Just Norwood”. The team of producers and songwriters include, Norwood, Darryl Ross and Adam Blackstone and features the vocals of Jennifer Holliday, and a spine tingling violin performance from Karen Briggs, who is best known for her works with famed composer, Yanni. Norwood’s music is sexy, sultry and intoxicating. Many compare his style and charisma to that of the late Luther Vandross and Marvin Gaye. Enjoy this wonderful CD. Personal favourites include Eight Wonder of The World, Easier Said than Done and the superb Sexual Amnesia.