Gloria

Song Info:
"Gloria" is a hit single by American singer Laura Branigan. It was released in 1982 as the first single from her second studio album, also titled "Gloria." The song was originally written and composed by Italian singer Umberto Tozzi and Giancarlo Bigazzi, with English lyrics added by Trevor Veitch. "Gloria" became Branigan's signature song and a major commercial success, reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
Laura Branigan was an American singer-songwriter born on July 3, 1952, in Mount Kisco, New York. She rose to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Gloria," "Self Control," and "Solitaire." Branigan had a powerful voice and a successful music career, earning Grammy nominations and a loyal fan base. Tragically, she passed away on August 26, 2004, at the age of 52 due to a brain aneurysm. Branigan's legacy lives on through her music, particularly her iconic hit "Gloria."