Dee Dee Warwick was a prominent American soul singer known for her powerful mezzo-soprano voice. Born in Newark, New Jersey in 1945, she began her career as a member of The Gospelaires before transitioning to secular music and achieving moderate success in the 1960s and 1970s. Known for her intense vocal style, she was a key figure in the development of the soul genre. Some of her most influential works include hit songs like "I'm Gonna Make You Love Me" and "Foolish Fool."