Robin Clark facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Robin Clark
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Clark, in 2019.
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| Born | 1949/1950 (age 74–76) |
| Years active | 1969–present |
| Associated acts | David Bowie, Simple Minds |
Robin Clark is an American singer. She is famous for her amazing voice. She sang on albums for big stars like David Bowie and the band Simple Minds.
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Robin Clark's Early Life and Career
Robin Clark was born in New York. When she was 17, she worked at a department store in the Bronx. There, she met Luther Vandross, who would also become a famous singer.
Starting in Music
Robin and Luther started singing together. They joined a large music group called Listen My Brother. This group was managed by the owners of the famous Apollo Theatre.
Marriage and New Beginnings
In the Listen My Brother group, Robin met Carlos Alomar. He was a talented guitarist. Robin and Carlos fell in love and got married in 1970.
Robin Clark's Work with David Bowie
Robin Clark, Luther Vandross, and Carlos Alomar all worked on David Bowie's album Young Americans. This album came out in 1975.
Singing on Young Americans
You can hear Robin's voice on the album's main song, "Young Americans". Her backing vocals helped make the song special.
Robin Clark's Work with Simple Minds
In 1985, Robin Clark was a guest singer on the Simple Minds album Once Upon a Time.
Adding Her Voice to Simple Minds
One newspaper said that Robin's clear voice made the album sound even better. They even wished Simple Minds would work with more women singers.
Music Videos and Tours
Robin Clark appeared in several music videos for Simple Minds. These included "All the Things She Said", "Alive and Kicking", and "Sanctify Yourself". From 1985 to 1986, Robin toured the world with Simple Minds. She also sang on their live album, Live in the City of Light, which was recorded in 1986.
Robin Clark's Other Projects
Since 1969, Robin Clark has sung for many different projects. She has performed on tours, albums, and TV shows. She has also sung for commercials, like the "Jamaica One Love" jingle.
Movies and Documentaries
Robin has also lent her voice to movie soundtracks. She has appeared in films and videos too. In 2013, she was in a BBC documentary called David Bowie's 5 Years.
