Aileen Nicole Coleman-Mullen, known professionally as Nicole C. Mullen, (born January 3 1967)[3] is an American singer, songwriter, and choreographer. She was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Nicole C. Mullen
Mullen performing in 2011
Mullen performing in 2011
Background information
Birth nameAileen Nicole Coleman
Born (1967-01-03) January 3, 1967 (age 57)
Cincinnati, Ohio
OriginRockwall, Texas
GenresContemporary Christian, contemporary gospel
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, choreographer
Instrument(s)Voice, guitar
Years active1991–present
LabelsFrontline, Word
Spouse
Unnamed
(m. 1988)
[1]
(m. 1992⁠–⁠2014)
Stacey A. Scott
(m. 2020)
[2]
Websitewww.nicolecmullen.com

Personal life

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During Mullen's first marriage, she endured physical and mental abuse.[4] In 1993, she married singer, songwriter and music producer David Mullen. They divorced in 2014. In a Facebook post, she cited "Biblical reasons" for the divorce.[5] In 2016, it was reported that Nicole had entered into a relationship with minister and singer Donnie McClurkin.[6][7] In 2021, she married Stacey A. Scott.[8]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of albums, with selected chart positions and sales figures
Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
(sales threshold)
US
[9]
US
Christ.

[10]
US
Gospel

[11]
Don't Let Me Go
Wish Me Love
  • Released: January 1, 1992[15]
  • Labels: Frontline[16]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Nicole C. Mullen
  • Released: April 18, 2000
  • Labels: Word (#88599)[17]
  • Formats: CD, cassette, digital download
16
Talk About It
  • Released: August 28, 2001
  • Labels: Word, Sony[18]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
123 3
Christmas in Black and White
  • Released: September 17, 2002
  • Labels: Word (#886213)[20]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
14
Everyday People
  • Released: September 14, 2004
  • Labels: Word #886317)[21]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
19 6
Sharecropper's Seed, Vol. 1
  • Released: April 3, 2007
  • Labels: Word, Curb, Warner Bros. (#8871442)[22]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
15 3
A Dream to Believe In, Vol. 2
  • Released: July 22, 2008
  • Labels: Word, Curb, Warner Bros. (#8874412)[23]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
16
Captivated
  • Released: May 3, 2011
  • Labels: Maranatha! (#20512)[24]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
12
Crown Him: Hymns Old and New 192 6
Like Never Before
  • Released: January 12, 2018[27]
  • Labels: Colemanville Media, Entertainment One, Intersound (#168279-27303)[28]
  • Formats: CD, digital download

Live albums

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List of live albums, with selected chart positions and sales figures
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[9]
US
Christ.

[10]
US
Gospel

[11]
Live from Cincinnati: Bringin' It Home
  • Released: October 28, 2003
  • Labels: Word (#886277)[29]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Compilation albums

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List of compilation albums, with selected chart positions and sales figures
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[9]
US
Christ.

[10]
US
Gospel

[11]
Following His Hand: A Ten Year Journey
  • Released: 2001
  • Labels: Acts 26, KMG (#8980)[30]
  • Formats: CD
Redeemer: The Best of Nicole C. Mullen
  • Released: May 9, 2006
  • Labels: Word (#8865692)[31]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
18 4
Nicole C. Mullen Gift Tin
  • Released: November 4, 2008
  • Labels: Word (#887762)[32]
  • Formats: CD
The Ultimate Collection
  • Released: June 2, 2009
  • Labels: Curb, Word (#8879322)[33]
  • Formats: CD, digital download
185 44
Top 10
  • Released: 2010
  • Labels: Word (#88098)[34]
  • Formats: CD
Redeemer/Christmas in Black & White
  • Released: 2011
  • Labels: Curb, Word (#WD2-888333)[35]
  • Formats: CD

Awards and honors

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Mullen was inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame in 2011.[36]

GMA Dove Awards

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Year Category Work
1998 Song of the Year "On My Knees" (co-writer)
2001 Song of the Year "Redeemer" (songwriter)
Songwriter of the Year
Pop/Contemporary Record of the Year "Redeemer" (singer/songwriter)
2002 Female Vocalist of the Year
Short Form Music Video of the Year "Call on Jesus"
2005 Female Vocalist of the Year
Urban Album of the Year Everyday People

Grammy Award nominations

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Year Category Work
2002 Best Country Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album Talk About It
2005 Everyday People

References

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  1. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen describes being physically abused by her first husband in a new book". The Tennessean.
  2. ^ "US gospel singer expresses gratitude as her husband survives car accident". November 4, 2021.
  3. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen - Biography". IMDb. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  4. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen Biography". www.todayschristianmusic.com. August 25, 2023.
  5. ^ "New couple alert? Gospel singer Donnie McClurkin shows off his Stellar Awards 'date'—CCM singer Nicole Mullen - EEW Magazine - News from a faith-based perspective". buzz.eewmagazine.com.
  6. ^ "Donnie McClurkin Dating CCM Singer Nicole C Mullen?". www.christianpost.com. February 24, 2016.
  7. ^ TV, Centric. "Donnie McClurkin Says He and Girlfriend Need Counseling Before Getting Married". CentricTV.
  8. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen Announces Wedding". CCM Magazine. January 8, 2021. Retrieved September 11, 2023.
  9. ^ a b c "Nicole C. Mullen Chart History: Billboard 200". Billboard. Archived from the original on November 21, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2023 – via Wayback Machine.
  10. ^ a b c "Nicole C. Mullen Chart History: Top Christian Albums". Billboard. Archived from the original on November 17, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2023 – via Wayback Machine.
  11. ^ a b c "Nicole C. Mullen Chart History: Top Gospel Albums". Billboard. Archived from the original on November 17, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2023 – via Wayback Machine.
  12. ^ "Don't Let Me Go by Nicole C. Mullen on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  13. ^ "Don't Let Me Go - Nicole | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  14. ^ "Don't Let Me Go - Nicole | Cross Rhythms". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  15. ^ "Wish Me Love by Nicole C. Mullen on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  16. ^ "Wish Me Love - Nicole | Cross Rhythms". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  17. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  18. ^ "Talk About It - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  19. ^ "US Certifications > Nicole Mullen". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  20. ^ "Christmas in Black and White - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  21. ^ "Everyday People - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  22. ^ "Sharecropper's Seed, Vol. 1 - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  23. ^ "A Dream to Believe In, Vol. 2 | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  24. ^ "Captivated | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  25. ^ "Crown Him Hymns Old and New by Nicole C. Mullen on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  26. ^ "Crown Him: Hymns Old and New | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  27. ^ "Like Never Before by Nicole C. Mullen on Amazon Music". Amazon Music. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  28. ^ Farrington, John (November 16, 2018). "Review: Nicole C Mullen - Like Never Before | Cross Rhythms". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  29. ^ "Live From Cincinnati: Bringing It Home - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  30. ^ "Following His Hand: A 10 Year Journey - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  31. ^ "Redeemer: The Best of Nicole C. Mullen - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  32. ^ "Nicole C. Mullen Gift Tin - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  33. ^ "The Ultimate Collection - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  34. ^ "Top 10 - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  35. ^ "Redeemer/Christmas In Black & White - Nicole C. Mullen | Releases | AllMusic". Allmusic. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
  36. ^ Christian Music Hall of Fame website Archived December 29, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
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