Women of Rock Oral History Project Podcast

S2 E4 P1 Melanie Safka

April 30, 2021 Women of Rock Oral History Project Season 2 Episode 4
S2 E4 P1 Melanie Safka
Women of Rock Oral History Project Podcast
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Women of Rock Oral History Project Podcast
S2 E4 P1 Melanie Safka
Apr 30, 2021 Season 2 Episode 4
Women of Rock Oral History Project

Melanie (or Melanie Safka), is an American singer-songwriter.  She is best known for the 1971-72 global hit "Brand New Key", her cover of "Ruby Tuesday", her composition "What Have They Done to My Song Ma", and her 1970 international breakthrough hit "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)" (inspired by her experience of performing at the 1969 Woodstock music festival).

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Melanie (or Melanie Safka), is an American singer-songwriter.  She is best known for the 1971-72 global hit "Brand New Key", her cover of "Ruby Tuesday", her composition "What Have They Done to My Song Ma", and her 1970 international breakthrough hit "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)" (inspired by her experience of performing at the 1969 Woodstock music festival).