Nocera is a Latin freestyle artist who emerged in the mid-1980s. Born in Italy but raised in Spain and Brooklyn, New York, her multicultural background influenced her distinctive sound. She is best known for her 1986 hit "Summertime, Summertime," which became a staple in the freestyle music genre. Despite a relatively brief career, Nocera's influence on the freestyle scene and her fusion of European and American styles have secured her an enduring place in music history.