Eagle-Eye Cherry

Swedish singer-songwriter; 'Save Tonight'

Eagle-Eye Cherry - Swedish singer-songwriter; 'Save Tonight'
Born

May 7th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Sweden

Links & References

A Swedish singer-songwriter emerged in the late 1990s with a distinctive sound combining elements of rock and pop. The debut album, 'Desire', featured the hit single 'Save Tonight', which gained international acclaim and charted in multiple countries. The song has been a staple of late 90s playlists and continues to receive airplay. Cherry's musical career includes several subsequent albums, exploring various themes and styles, though none matched the success of the debut.

Released the hit song 'Save Tonight'

Album 'Desire' achieved commercial success

Contributed to the soundtrack of 'Cruel Intentions'

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