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Catherine Bush, born July 30, 1958, is an English singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, and record producer noted for her eclectic musical style, unconventional lyrics, and innovative dance performances. Her sound and choreography have influenced various artists and impacted popular culture.

Bush began writing songs at age 11. After David Gilmour of Pink Floyd helped fund a demo tape, she was signed to EMI Records. In 1978, at age 19, her debut single "Wuthering Heights" topped the UK singles chart for four weeks, making her the first female artist to achieve a UK number one with a fully self-written song. Her debut album, The Kick Inside (1978), reached UK chart number three.

Bush became the first British solo female artist to top the UK Albums Chart and the first female artist to enter it at number one. All nine of her studio albums have reached the UK top 10, including number-one releases such as Never for Ever (1980).