Historical Artist Profile

Irene Cara

Biography & Overview

Irene Cara Escalera (March 18, 1959 – November 25, 2022) was an American singer and actress who rose to prominence for her role as Coco Hernandez in the 1980 musical film Fame, and for recording the film's title song "Fame", which reached No. 1 in several countries. In 1983, Cara co-wrote and sang the song "Flashdance...

🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History 5 Charted Tracks
"Flashdance...What A Feeling" Entered Charts: 1983
#1 HIT
"Fame" Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #4
"Breakdance" Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #8
"Why Me?" Entered Charts: 1983
Peak: #13
"Out Here On My Own" Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #19
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History 5 Charted Tracks
"Fame" Entered Charts: 1982
#1 HIT
"Flashdance...What A Feeling" Entered Charts: 1983
Peak: #2
"Out He On My Own Tonight" Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #58
"Why Me?" Entered Charts: 1983
Peak: #86
"Breakdance" Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #88