Haddaway

Haddaway, born Nestor Alexander Haddaway, is a Trinidadian-born German singer known globally for his seminal 1993 hit single “What Is Love,” which achieved number one status in 13 countries. After signing with German record company Coconut Records in 1992, Haddaway released his debut single ‘What Is Love’ in 1993, which quickly became a global phenomenon, reaching number one in 13 countries. The seminal track ascended to number 2 in Germany and the UK, selling 900,000 copies in Germany and earning Gold certification in the UK for 400,000 units. In the US, ‘What Is Love’ peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved Gold certification for 500,000 unit shipments.

He continues to engage global audiences through live performances across Eastern European and Central Asian countries. Most recently, he released the single ‘Lift Your Head Up’ in April 2024, a preview from his forthcoming album ‘Day After Day.’