Introduction
Dara Joy Maclean (born May 20, 1986) is an American contemporary Christian singer and songwriter born in Miami, Florida and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, ever since she was eight years old. On July 12, 2011 Maclean released the album entitled You Got My Attention, her first full-length studio album.
Early and personal life
Dara Joy Maclean, now Petty, was born in Miami, Florida, on May 20, 1986, to Dan and Judith Maclean, while Maclean has an older sister, Nicole. She eventually moved to Fort Worth, Texas, when she was eight years old. Maclean started singing at the age of eight, and led worship services at her church in her teens. In addition, Maclean started to play the guitar and write songs at the age of 13.
Maclean is of Italian heritage; her grandfather changed the family name from Martorella to Maclean. Maclean announced via Twitter, January 8, 2013, that she was engaged to Donnie Petty. They were married on May 11, 2013.
Discography
Albums
| Year | Album details | Peak chart positions |
|---|---|---|
| US Christian | ||
| 2006 | Dara Joy
| — |
| 2011 | You Got My Attention
| 9 |
| 2013 | Wanted
| 22 |
Singles
| Year | Title | Peak Chart Positions | Album |
| US Billboard Hot Christian Songs | |||
| 2011 | "Suitcases" | 18 | You Got My Attention |
| "Free" | 16 | ||
| "The Day That Love Was Born" | — | Bethlehem Skies EP | |
| 2012 | "Yours Forever" | 27 | You Got My Attention |