Gwen Dickey

Gwen Dickey
Also known asRose Norwalt
Born (1953-12-01) December 1, 1953
Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Instrument
  • Vocals
Years active1973–present
LabelsWhitfield
Member ofRose Royce

Gwen Dickey (born December 1, 1953) is an American musician. She is best known as the lead singer of the R&B band Rose Royce, where she performed under the name Rose Norwalt. Notable songs from the group include "Car Wash" and "Wishing on a Star". In 1976, their US Billboard Hot 100 number-one single "Car Wash" brought Dickey and the band acclaim and success. After leaving the band in 1980, Dickey moved to the United Kingdom, where she continued a solo career.