The effervescent Mercado, who grew up in Sarasota, Florida, and currently lives in Miami, absolutely wowed the
American Idol judges — and the viewing public — during Season 7's Hollywood week with her "Chain of Fools." Mercado, who has been singing since the age of 3 and has a background in theater and dancing, was a member of the Drum Studio All-Stars band and inspired Simon to say, "You are probably one of the most talented girls in this competition."
Syesha Mercado Fast Facts:
- Has been singing since the age of 3.
- Was a member of the Drum Studio All-Stars band.
- Has a background in musical theatre, having performed in high school productions of Pippin, Seussical: The Musical and As You Like It.
- Was a contestant on the ABC reality series The One: Making a Music Star.
- Musical influences include Whitney Houston, Etta James and Lauryn Hill.
- Syesha Mercado Relationships:
- Xtavia Bailey - Sister
- Zelda Mercado - Mother
- José Mercado - Father
- Hess Wesley - Fiancé
