Missy Higgins (born Melissa Morrison Higgins on August 19, 1983, in Melbourne, Australia) is one of Australia's most popular female singer-songwriters. Missy (Melissa) was thrust into the limelight in her homeland when her sister entered her into a competition in which she won. The competition was conducted by the national alternative broadcaster, Triple J. Although she was still at high school, her song All for Believing quickly became one of the station's most requested tracks of 2001. ...show more

Missy Higgins (born Melissa Morrison Higgins on August 19, 1983, in Melbourne, Australia) is one of Australia's most popular female singer-songwriters. Missy (Melissa) was thrust into the limelight in her homeland when her sister entered her into a competition in which she won. The competition was conducted by the national alternative broadcaster, Triple J. Although she was still at high school, her song All for Believing quickly became one of the station's most requested tracks of 2001.

In 2005, Missy took out 5 major ARIA Awards: Album of the Year (for The Sound Of White), Best Female Artist, Best Pop Release, Breakthrough Artist - Album (for The Sound Of White) and Highest Selling Album.. ...show less