"Got to Be Real" is a groundbreaking disco song by Cheryl Lynn, released as her debut single on August 14, 1978, from her self-titled debut studio album. The song was written by Lynn, David Paich (known for his work with Toto), and David Foster (renowned producer who worked with Whitney Houston, Céline Dion, and Michael Bublé). The track's signature sound combines funk-driven bass lines, dynamic horn arrangements, and Lynn's powerful four-octave vocal range. - Inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame on September 19, 2005, alongside legendary tracks like I Will… read more
"Got to Be Real" is a groundbreaking disco song by Cheryl Lynn, released as her debut single on August 14, 1978, from her self-titled debut… read more
"Got to Be Real" is a groundbreaking disco song by Cheryl Lynn, released as her debut single on August 14, 1978, from her self-titled debut studio album. The song was written b… read more
Cheryl Lynn was born in Los Angeles on March 11, 1957. Her professional singing career started in 1976 when she landed a job as a backing singer in the national touring company of The Wiz. Eventually she would land the role of Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, during the six month national tour run. Prior to her appearance on The Wiz, Cheryl taped an episode of the Gong Show in the early part of 1976. She went on to win the competition while singing Joe Cocker's "You Are So Beautiful." Lynn later told Dick Clark during her appearance on American Bandstand that a… read more
Cheryl Lynn was born in Los Angeles on March 11, 1957. Her professional singing career started in 1976 when she landed a job as a backing singer in the national touring company of The Wiz. … read more
Cheryl Lynn was born in Los Angeles on March 11, 1957. Her professional singing career started in 1976 when she landed a job as a backing singer in the national touring company of The Wiz. Eventually she would land the role of Evillene… read more