"Cheree" is a song by the
synth punk
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band
Suicide
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, written by its members
Martin Rev and
Alan Vega
Boruch Alan Bermowitz (June 23, 1938 – July 16, 2016), known professionally as Alan Vega, was an American vocalist and visual artist, primarily known for his work with the electronic protopunk duo Suicide.
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. It was released as a single in 1978 by
Bronze Records. Since its initial release, it has been covered by a number of artists, most notably by
? and the Mysterians on their 1999 album ''
More Action
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''.
Accolades
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Formats and track listing
All songs written by
Martin Rev and
Alan Vega
Boruch Alan Bermowitz (June 23, 1938 – July 16, 2016), known professionally as Alan Vega, was an American vocalist and visual artist, primarily known for his work with the electronic protopunk duo Suicide.
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;UK 7" single
(BRO 57)
#"Cheree" – 3:45
#"I Remember" – 3:15
Personnel
Adapted from the ''Cheree'' liner notes.
;Suicide
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Martin Rev –
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Alan Vega
Boruch Alan Bermowitz (June 23, 1938 – July 16, 2016), known professionally as Alan Vega, was an American vocalist and visual artist, primarily known for his work with the electronic protopunk duo Suicide.
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vocals
;Production and additional personnel
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Craig Leon
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production
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Marty Thau
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– production
Release history
References
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1977 songs
1978 singles
1986 singles
Suicide (band) songs
Bronze Records singles
Songs written by Martin Rev
Songs written by Alan Vega