Original artist
La Bouche
Be My Lover
La Bouche is one of the most iconic names of the 1990s Eurodance era, best known worldwide for the timeless hits “Be My Lover” and “Sweet Dreams.” The German-American dance act was formed in Frankfurt in 1994 by legendary German producer Frank Farian, the creative force behind Boney M. and Milli Vanilli.
Their combination of powerful soul-influenced vocals, energetic rap, house rhythms and catchy Eurodance melodies quickly made La Bouche an international success.
La Bouche's breakthrough came with “Sweet Dreams,” followed by their signature worldwide hit “Be My Lover.”Released in 1995, “Be My Lover” became a major international chart success, reaching the Top 10 in numerous countries and No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Their debut album, Sweet Dreams, achieved platinum status in the United States and established the duo as one of the defining acts of the mid-1990s dance scene.
The group continued their success with songs including “Fallin’ in Love,” “You Won’t Forget Me,” “I Love to Love”and “S.O.S.”, while their music also appeared in films and major television productions, including Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion and Night at the Roxbury.
In 2000, Melanie Thornton left La Bouche to pursue a solo career. Tragically, she died in a plane crash near Zurich, Switzerland, on November 24, 2001, at the age of 34. Her contribution to La Bouche remains central to the group's legacy, and the project has continued to honor her through its live performances and recordings.
Following Thornton's departure, Natascha Wright became new voice of La Bouche.. Since 2007 they continued performing under the La Bouche name, bringing the group's classic repertoire to audiences around the world. The official La Bouche biography notes that the act continues to perform internationally and develop new material.
Today, La Bouche remains closely associated with the golden era of 1990s Eurodance. With its instantly recognizable songs, powerful live performances and enduring international fan base, the project continues to bring the sound of the 1990s to audiences around the globe.
