Sept. 10: English recording artist Carol Decker is 53 today.

Carol, born in Huyton, Merseyside, is best known as the lead singer for the band T'Pau, which enjoyed international success in the late 1980s.

 Her partner at the time, was also a member of the band and they co-wrote the majority of T'Pau's songs.

Although Decker's music is mainly associated with the group, she also released a solo single in 1995 entitled "One Heart," in support of the Halifax World Cup Rugby League Centenary.

In addition to her musical achievements, Decker has also acted on both stage and screen, including a part in the movie, Nine Dead Gay Guys.