MORE: Memphis native Wendy Moten’s impressive career has always defied convention. From her start as a solo R&B artist in the 80s to decades of touring the world singing duets and backup vocals for such acts as Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, Martina McBride, and Julio Iglesias, she’s a best-in-class, in-demand performer with the ability to sing across all genres. With recent solo appearances at Lincoln Center and Birdland Jazz Club in New York to the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, this 57-year-old soulful singer serves as an inspiration to others, proving that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.