Gloria Gaynor is an American singer best known for her powerful voice and her central role in the disco era of the late 1970s. Beginning her career as a soul and R&B vocalist, she rose to international fame during the height of disco with recordings that combined emotional intensity, strong rhythmic drive, and universal lyrical themes. Gaynor’s music stood out for its ability to translate personal struggle into collective celebration, making her songs enduring fixtures on dance floors around the world. Her career-defining success came with “I Will Survive,” a song that transcended its disco origins to become a global anthem of strength, independence, and perseverance. Over time, Gaynor’s work gained deep cultural significance, particularly within LGBTQ+ communities, where her music became associated with empowerment and identity. Beyond disco, she continued to perform and record across genres, maintaining a lasting presence in popular music and solidifying her status as one of disco’s most iconic and influential voices.