Corina (Romanian singer)
Early life
Early life
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Corina was born in [Satu Mare](/wiki/Satu_Mare "Satu Mare"), to mother Ileana, a retired baker with a Ukrainian background, and father Vasile, a retired carpenter.

She comes from a family of "[Oșeni](/wiki/Oa%C8%99_Country "Oaș Country")", a group of people originated from a region known to be one of the most original and picturesque ethno\-folklore areas in [Romania](/wiki/Romania "Romania").

The singer grew up listening to [rock](/wiki/Rock_music "Rock music") and alternative music. Supported by her father, who has a native talent for singing, Corina began discovering her passion for music at the early age of 8, by participating in musical contests and singing in the church choir.

She graduated from Economics High School and [The Romanian University of Economic Studies](/wiki/Bucharest_Academy_of_Economic_Studies "Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies") with a degree in Finance, Accounting and Management.

Corina also has a degree in law. At the age of 23, she initially wanted to become a lawyer but decided to pursue her musical career instead.


What did her father have a talent for?