Veronica Alexandra Tecaru (born January 14, 1984), known by her stage name Veronika, is a Romanian singer. Born in Galați, Tecaru turned to singing after giving up a career as a basketball player. She began her music career in Bucharest as a member of Wassabi in 2006. Following the disbandment of Wassabi in 2009, Tecaru pursued a solo career under the name Veronika. Associated acts include Brad Vee Johnson (national tour) and Julian M (2011-2012). References External links Veronika at Facebook Veronika at Media Pro Music 1984 births 21st-century Romanian singers Romanian rhythm and blues singers Romanian soul singers Romanian dance musicians Romanian electronic musicians Romanian hip hop musicians Romanian people of Ivorian descent Living people People from Galați Women hip hop musicians Hip hop singers