Leila K is one of the defining voices of Eurodance. The Swede with Moroccan roots, born Laila El Khalifi in Gothenburg in 1971, was discovered by the producer duo Rob’n’Raz at a music competition in 1988. The very first joint single “Got to Get” reached number 3 in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in 1989 and the top 10 in Great Britain.
As a solo artist, “Open Sesame” followed in 1992 with number 5 in Germany and Austria and number 2 in the Netherlands, plus the album “Carousel” with her version of “Ça plane pour moi”. In 1995, “Electric” reached number 8 in Sweden and number 2 in Finland. Her raw, rhythmic rap vocals make these songs unmistakable to this day.
Today, Leila K is back on stage and can be booked for 2027: as a live PA with her hits, on request also with a DJ set. This makes her suitable for 90s festivals, club nights and open-air stages.
