Crystal Waters

Crystal Waters (born September 3, 1964) is an American dance-pop singer and songwriter who achieved international success with her infectious dance hits in the 1990s and early 2000s. She rose to prominence with her breakthrough single 'Gypsy Woman (La Da Dee La Da Da)' in 1990, a track that sampled the Four Preps' 1958 song 'Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves' and became a massive hit on dance floors and radio worldwide. The song's infectious melody, uplifting lyrics, and irresistible rhythm made it a staple of 1990s dance and pop music. Following this success, Waters released several albums and continued producing dance-pop hits throughout the decade. Her music is characterized by upbeat, feel-good messaging, infectious hooks, and electronic production that appealed to both mainstream pop and dance music audiences. Beyond her recording career, Waters has been a prominent figure in electronic dance music culture and has maintained relevance through performances and remixes. Her contribution to 1990s pop-dance culture helped define the era's musical landscape, and 'Gypsy Woman' remains one of the decade's most recognizable and sampled songs.