Kvitka Cisyk was an American soprano of Ukrainian descent who achieved acclaim not only through her traditional music repertoire but also for her versatile work in the commercial music industry. Born on April 4, 1953, in Queens, New York, Kvitka, which means "flower" in Ukrainian, was a name that aptly reflected the purity and beauty of her voice. Cisyk's musical journey was deeply rooted in her Ukrainian heritage, which she honored with her album "Kvitka, Songs of Ukraine," earning her widespread recognition within the Ukrainian community for her interpretations of folk melodies and her impeccable vocal technique. This album, released in 1980, along with its successor, "Kvitka, Two Colors," showcased her ability to bridge the traditional with the contemporary, and remained beloved contributions to the canon of Ukrainian music abroad.

While she was known in Ukrainian circles for these heartfelt recordings, Cisyk's voice reached a far wider audience through her work as a jingle singer and backing vocalist in various genres. Her soprano graced countless advertisements, with her voice perhaps being most recognized in the famous "You Deserve a Break Today" McDonald's campaign and the “Have you driven a Ford lately?” for Ford Motors. Her album "Off to War: Kvitka Cisyk" further exemplifies her ability to convey complex emotions through music, a skill that made her a cherished artist until her untimely passing on March 29, 1998, due to breast cancer. Beyond the commercial, her talent also extended to classical music, and she received a posthumous award acknowledging her contributions to Ukrainian music and culture. Her legacy endures not just through her recordings, but also in the memories of those moved by her extraordinary voice and cultural representation.