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Shanice Lorraine Wilson-Knox (born May 14, 1973), better known as Shanice, is a Grammy-nominated American R&B/ pop-rock singer, songwriter, and actress. She had the Top 10 Billboard hit singles " I Love Your Smile" and " Silent Prayer" in 1991 and " Saving Forever for You" in 1993. In 1999, Shanice scored another hit song, " When I Close My Eyes", which peaked at #12 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. She is recognized for her coloratura soprano voice and her ability to sing in the whistle register.
Shanice is the fourth studio album by American R&B singer Shanice, released March 3, 1999 on LaFace Records. The album peaked at No. 15 on Billboards Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and No. 56 on Billboard 200. The lead single, " When I Close My Eyes" held the record for the biggest leap in 1-week on the Billboard Hot 100 (from #91 to #16) until 2006. The song peaked at #12 on the Hot 100 chart. Other singles released from the album were " Yesterday" and " You Need a Man." The album was certified Gold and has sold over 488,200 copies to date.