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United States Erika Schiff, known as Psycho Girl, has evolved from American Idol alumna to a multi-talented singer, songwriter, and actress, with her music reaching millions of viewers globally.
Writer and singer for the song "Psycho Girl," which achieved over 500 million views on YouTube as part of Minecraft content.
Contributed the song "Touch In Public" to the reality television series.
Provided voiceovers for television advertisements during the presidential campaign.
Held recurring singing spots on television broadcasts for NFL Sports.
Performed the song "The Freedom to Be" for the television series.
Acted as Love Majewski in the highest-rated episode "Gone In 60 Seconds" for the series "I Married a Mobster."
Erika Schiff, known professionally as Psycho Girl, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she began her performance career at an early age, starting dance at age two and performing in Madison Square Garden and Merv Griffin’s Resorts by age six. At age eleven, she was a member of two professional dance companies and was later accepted into the Pennsylvania Ballet. However, her focus shifted to music, leading her to form her first original band in eighth grade. She pursued music full-time after attending the University of the Arts, where she initially studied medical illustration. She quickly established herself in Philadelphia’s cabaret, jazz, and blues scenes, performing at venues such as Chris’ Jazz, Ortlieb’s Jazzhaus, the Tin Angel, and Trocadero.
Schiff gained recognition as a studio session singer in Philadelphia, known for her quick ear and distinct commercial-pop vocal style. Her voice has been featured in numerous television shows, films, commercials, and radio recordings. A significant milestone in her career was her participation in American Idol (Season 10) in 2011, where she was a finalist during a season that saw record-breaking audition numbers. Following her appearance on American Idol, she released her self-titled debut album with her band “In the Blonde.” This album included a remix of her song “For a Good Time,” featuring rapper Schoolly D. The song was also featured in Nicole Conn’s film “A Perfect Ending,” where Schiff made an appearance as the character Ella.
Further expanding her resume, Schiff portrayed Love Majewski in an episode of ID Discovery’s “I Married a Mobster.” Her work as Psycho Girl includes writing and singing “Psycho Girl” for Minecraft Jams, which has garnered over 500 million views, and “Touch In Public” for Vanderpump Rules. She has also contributed vocals to commercials and television programs on ABC, CBS, Fox, and ABC Family. In more recent years, Schiff has provided recurring television singing spots for FOX NFL Sports and voiceovers for Joe Biden’s presidential campaign TV ads. She is also active in LGBT and recovery-based communities, performing in campaigns for organizations such as Equality PA, Hansen House Recovery Center, and the Red Cross.
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