Real Name: Neneh Marianne Karlsson Cherry
Date of Birth / Formation: March 10, 1964
Age / Status: 62 years old
Neneh Cherry is a Swedish singer-songwriter, rapper, and DJ who became a major international star in the late 1980s. She is best known for her 1988 hit single 'Buffalo Stance', which successfully blended hip hop, pop, and dance music. The song became a global phenomenon and an anthem of the decade's innovative music scene. Known for her eclectic style and social activism, Cherry's debut album 'Raw Like Sushi' was a critical and commercial success. She followed up with other hits like 'Manchild' and '7 Seconds' (with Youssou N'Dour). Cherry's pioneering sound and influential image have earned her a reputation as a boundary-pushing artist. She continues to record and perform, maintaining a status as a respected and innovative figure in global music.