Marie-Claire Cremers, professionally known as Amber, is a Dutch-born singer, songwriter, and record producer, born on May 9, 1969, in Ubbergen, Netherlands. Amber rose to fame in the mid-1990s with her debut single "This Is Your Night," released by Tommy Boy Records, which became a major hit and was featured in the film "A Night at the Roxbury." Her self-titled second album, released in 1999, included the successful singles "If You Could Read My Mind," a collaboration with Ultra Naté and Jocelyn Enriquez, and "Sexual (Li Da Di)," which topped the Singles Sales Chart for 17 weeks.

Amber's music spans genres such as Eurodance, house, R&B, and pop rock. She is recognized for her lyrical depth and distinctive style, which set her apart from other dance music artists. Her hits like "Sexual (Li Da Di)" and "The Need to Be Naked" showcase her explorations of sensuality and personal expression.

Throughout her career, Amber has been associated with several record labels, including Tommy Boy Records and JMCA Enterprises. She has released multiple albums, including "This Is Your Night" (1996), "Amber" (1999), "Naked" (2002), and "My Kind of World" (2004). Despite stepping back from live performances since 2013, Amber's music continues to resonate, with recent reissues of her work achieving significant success on digital platforms.

Amber's contributions to dance music have been recognized by Billboard, which ranked her as the 34th-most successful dance artist of all time in 2016. Her career resurgence in the 2020s, marked by the release of previously vaulted remixes, has reignited interest in her extensive catalog, reaffirming her impact on the dance music scene.