Lisette Melendez is an American freestyle, Latin pop, and dance-pop singer born on August 20, 1967, in New York City, NY. She is best known for her 1991 hits "Together Forever" and "A Day In My Life (Without You)", which were critical dance music successes that helped renew interest in Freestyle music in the early 1990s.
Before making a name for herself in the music industry, Lisette sang in a church choir as a young girl, which fueled her aspirations of becoming a singer. In 1988, she had the opportunity to sing backing vocals for a track produced by dance music record producer Carlos Berrios. This collaboration helped kickstart her music career, and after a few years of touring dance clubs, Lisette recorded her first single "Together Forever", which was produced by Berrios. She soon caught the attention of Fever/Columbia Records and signed on as a recording artist.
Her debut single, "Together Forever", made a splash by debuting at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The success of this single propelled Lisette into the spotlight and set the stage for her future musical endeavors.
Lisette Melendez was born and raised in East Harlem, New York, and she is of Puerto Rican descent. Her cultural roots have played a significant role in shaping her music and identity as an artist.
In addition to her music career, Lisette Melendez has been involved in various projects and collaborations within the music industry. Her producer, Carlos Berrios, has worked with many other renowned musicians, including Samantha Fox.
As a versatile artist with a passion for music, Lisette Melendez remains a prominent figure in the freestyle, Latin pop, and dance-pop genres. Her contributions to the music industry have solidified her status as a beloved singer and performer.