Donna Adrian Gaines (December 31, 1948 – May 17, 2012), known professionally as Donna Summer, was an American singer and songwriter. She gained prominence during the disco era of the 1970s and became known as the “Queen of Disco”, while her music gained a global following.
By the 1980s, disco had declined in popularity, but Donna Summer adapted her style, incorporating elements of rock, R&B, and electronic music into her sound. Her 1980 album The Wanderer showcased a rock and new wave influence, proving her versatility. The title track was a hit, reaching the Top 10 in the U.S.
Summer maintained her status as a style icon, evolving her look to reflect the trends of the 1980s while retaining her signature glamor. She continued to perform extensively, captivating audiences with her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. Donna Summer won Grammy Awards in multiple categories during the 1980s, showcasing her versatility. She won Best Inspirational Performance for “He’s a Rebel” in 1984 and received nominations for other works.
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Darling, beloved Donna" Golden Girl sadly we lost her but music. Among us Donna estate didn't sell her "discography as many others there. Allot in values Donna was versatile regarding, producers also misunderstood. Presently there social awareness of sexuality in USA" during 70's Donna endured. Slander but how? Majority of Black audience without (generalizing) rumors of agitation and bigotry! Donna was a "Transgender" mockery "Donna Drag Queen! Yeah, if bought listen to Donna your "LGBTQ,those from era as myself remember this horrible discrimination. Regarding LGBTQ avid fans Donna audience always diverse singers "Keith Barrow and Slyvester" were her friends! Also media why Donna, dated men of diversity presently it's okay to date of choice. Donna career prospered abroad sold more titles EU,Australia,Brazil and Japan than USA! Why talent of the Golden Girl Donna endure plenty of hate during her career bought tears!
ReplyDeleteAcclaim talent never demised the beauty of Donna's success also was linguists spoke. German,Dutch,Italian,Danish and Swedish former girl for "housing projects of Boston. Whom refuse to become a victim record producers majority European gave Donna her popularity! My favorite sadly, we lost talented artist attended many concerts Donna sound better live. Thanks
The beauty of Donna Gaines renowned acclaimed" Mrs. Summer admire the photos. Also new Bruce and Donna yeah, comments above accurate clarification. During the 70's Donna's popularity rumor of gender doubt, conjured by whom? Queer, Balling and Transvestite community they attended the concerts of Donna, whom didn't discriminate. Against fanfare during 70's Donna concert in Cleveland remember guy stole the appeal!
ReplyDeleteYeah, tall over 6-8 wearing heals okay" even "Donna had acknowledge the appeal of her image! True Transvestite and Queer started false claims Donna was a "Transgender" reason. Beauty cosmetics now presently" entertainment business "exaggerated pursuit is okay but. 70's women envious of stars alluring beauty the photos not Photo shop. Everyone said Donna meeting her was "eccentric" not usual just natural beauty! Plenty of rumors of sexuality of "stars" during the 70's from MJJ was dating Clifton Davis and Patti LaBelle dating Nona Hendryx! Just rumors presently sexually not astonishing for some. Donna endure hate, whom never enjoyed world fashion magazines but presently it's accepted. Donna laugh chose Keith Diamond produce (Mistaken Identity) 1991 wasn't bad wore Blond wig! Donna tour early 90's EU fans enjoyed her new style not USA!
Critics slander the effort saying, Donna clamored to be White nonsense! Those whom remember the concerts Donna" always had sold out shows! Audience was diverse yeah, plenty openly "LGBTQ" persons similar to Labelle and David Bowie shows! Brooklyn and Amanda keep Donna legacy alive I always mess your talented mother! Ms. Golden Girl!