Peter Cetera

Peter Paul Cetera (born September 13,1944) is the former lead vocalist, songwriter and bass player for the band Chicago. Some of the familiar Chicago hits that he wrote or co-wrote include "Lowdown," "Feelin' Stronger Every Day," "Wishing You Were Here," "If You Leave Me Now" (a #1 hit in 1976 and Grammy Award winner), "Hard To Say I'm Sorry," "Stay The Night," and "You're The Inspiration."

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September 13 - 1944 - Chicago

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He has had a successful solo career since leaving the band in mid-1985. His solo hits include two number ones: "The Glory of Love" (theme from the movie, The Karate Kid, Part II), and "The Next Time I Fall" (duet with Amy Grant). He also had two other Top Ten hits: "One Good Woman," and "After All" (duet with Cher, from the movie Chances Are).

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The Karate Kid, Part II - Amy Grant - Cher - Chances Are

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In 1991, he co-wrote "Voices That Care" along with David Foster, a song which was performed by various artists in support of US troops during the Gulf War.

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David Foster - Gulf War

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Cetera had a minor part in the 1973 film Electra Glide in Blue, which was directed by Chicago's manager/producer James William Guercio.

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Electra Glide in Blue - James William Guercio

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