Kiki Dee

Pauline Matthews, known to the world as Kiki Dee, was born on March 6, 1947, in England. With her distinctive blue-eyed soul vocals, she made history as the first female artist from the UK to sign with Motown's Tamla Records, paving the way for future generations of musicians.

Kiki Dee's career is marked by a series of hit singles that have left an indelible mark on the music scene. Among her most celebrated tracks are 'Amoureuse' from 1973, 'I've Got the Music in Me' released in 1974, and the iconic duet 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart' with Elton John in 1976, which soared to the top of both the UK singles chart and the US Billboard Hot 100.

In addition to her chart-topping successes, Dee's single 'Star' became the theme song for the popular talent show Opportunity Knocks when it was revived by the BBC in 1987. Her collaboration with Elton John continued into the 1990s, with a cover of Cole Porter's 'True Love' featured on his Duets album, which reached number two in the UK in 1993.

Throughout her illustrious career, Kiki Dee has released a remarkable total of forty singles, three EPs, and twelve albums, showcasing her versatility and enduring appeal in the music industry.