Cherie Currie is an American vocalist and musician best known as the dynamic lead singer of The Runaways, the influential Los Angeles rock band that defined 1970s punk and glam rock. Her distinctive vocal presence and stage presence became iconic during the band's mid-to-late 1970s run, helping establish them as pioneers of the punk rock era.
Beyond The Runaways, Currie pursued a solo career and collaborated with her identical twin sister Marie as Cherie & Marie Currie, releasing the album *Messin' With The Boys* in 1980. The duo's duet "Since You Been Gone" achieved chart recognition, showcasing their ability to craft engaging vocal harmonies and pop-oriented material that complemented their rock roots.
