[1] She is known for her participation in the fourth season of The Voice of Holland, and for providing backing vocals for Anouk at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013.

In 2018, she was invited to the funeral of Aretha Franklin, due to the popularity of her tribute album to the artist.

[2][3] In 2010, Rouse released her debut studio album, titled Chocolate Coated Dreams.

[4] In 2012, a second album was released, titled Shirma Rouse sings Aretha, with which she did a theatre tour.

[5][6] In 2017, Rouse toured with The Soul of Spanish Harlem, and resumed her Aretha Franklin tribute.