Eagle-Eye Cherry
Swedish singer-songwriter; 'Save Tonight'
Born
May 7th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Sweden
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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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