Belinda Carlisle

Singer-songwriter with The Go-Go's success

Belinda Carlisle - Singer-songwriter with The Go-Go's success
Born

August 17th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This American singer-songwriter rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the all-female band The Go-Go's, which achieved significant commercial success in the early 1980s. The group released their debut album, 'Beauty and the Beat,' which topped the Billboard 200 chart in 1981. After the band's breakup, the artist embarked on a successful solo career, producing hits such as 'Heaven is a Place on Earth' and 'Leave a Light On.' In addition to her music career, she has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, particularly focusing on animal rights.

Lead vocalist of The Go-Go's

Hit solo singles like 'Heaven is a Place on Earth'

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