Cheryl Lynn

Cheryl Lynn is a pivotal figure in the transition from late-70s disco to the polished R&B of the early 80s. Emerging from a winning appearance on The Gong Show and a stint in the national tour of The Wiz, Lynn possessed a theatrical vocal pedigree that she translated into chart-topping success.

Her sound is defined by a high-soprano range, powerful belting, and a sophisticated rhythmic sensibility. Her debut single, 'Got to Be Real,' co-written by David Paich of Toto and David Foster, remains a foundational text of the disco-funk canon, characterized by its iconic bassline and Lynn's exuberant delivery. , Luther Vandross, and Maurice White. Her influence extends into the world of hip-hop and modern pop through extensive sampling, while her vocal contributions to Toto's 'Georgy Porgy' cemented her status as a first-call studio powerhouse. Critically, she is regarded as one of the most technically gifted vocalists of the post-disco era, bridging the gap between Broadway-style performance and club-ready grooves.