Sharon Redd was an American singer known for her powerful vocal style and her contributions to the disco and dance music genres during the 1970s and 1980s. She initially gained prominence as a background vocalist for artists like Bette Midler and Norman Connors, but her solo work, especially her albums "Sharon Redd" (1980) and "Redd Hott" (1982), solidified her status in the dance music scene. Her biggest hits, "Can You Handle It" and "In The Name Of Love", showcase her dynamic range and emotive performance style. Despite her relatively short career, Redd's influence on the contemporary dance music scene is significant.