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Bonnie Tyler

Bonnie Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins, was born in Skewen, Wales, on June 8, 1951. Her voice—hoarse and with a touch of roughness—makes her unique. From a young age, music was part of her life. Her mother, an opera lover, took her to concerts, and there was always music playing at home. Although she didn’t finish school, she always stayed close to music, working in a grocery store and later as a cashier.

In the 1970s, she began singing in Swansea, a city in Wales. It was a natural step, as if music had been waiting for her. Her first big break came with the album *The World Starts Tonight* and songs like “Lost in France” and “More Than a Lover.” Then came “It’s a Heartache,” which became a hit in Europe and the United States. In 1979, she won a festival with “Sitting on the Edge of the Ocean,” a hit that put her on the map.

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In the early ’80s, her career took a different turn. She worked with Jim Steinman, a guy who knew how to write songs that stick in your head. Together they released hits like “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero.” Her voice, with that husky quality, became part of those songs. In the ’90s, she remained a presence in Europe with songs like “Bitterblue” and “Fools Lullaby,” produced by Dieter Bohlen, the mastermind behind Modern Talking.

In 2003, she made a comeback with “Si demain... (Turn Around)” alongside Kareen Antonn, which reached number one in France. Later, she appeared on TV shows, such as *Hollyoaks*, and toured with Robin Gibb and Status Quo. Her latest album, *Rocks and Honey*, enjoyed moderate success, but she went on to represent the UK at Eurovision. In 2013, she released songs like “This is Gonna Hurt” and “Love is the Knife,” and toured South Africa.

Bonnie Tyler has been in the music business for nearly forty years. She has worked with artists such as Cher, Meat Loaf, and Andrea Bocelli. Her voice, which became hoarse after surgery, has made her instantly recognizable. Although she is not the first lady of rock, her singing style sets her apart. Her story is that of someone who started out in a small town and ended up on the big stage, always staying true to her voice and her way of making music.

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8 jun 1951
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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