Cheryl Lynn (born Lynda Cheryl Smith; March 11, 1957) is an American singer, songwriter and actress. She is best known for her songs during the late 1970s through the mid-1980s, including the 1978 R&B/disco song "Got to Be Real" from her album Cheryl Lynn. == Early life and working on stage == Cheryl Lynn's singing career began with her church choir when she was a young girl. she appeared on an episode of The Gong Show, a daytime entertainment TV... [more on Wikipedia]