RIP Melanie Safka

Melanie, ‘Brand New Key’ Folk Singer Who Played Woodstock, Dead at 76

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I hate that her worst song is the one she's most known for, but Melanie had some terrific numbers, especially "Lay Down" (which Mott the Hoople covered successfully). A beautiful woman with a terrific voice - I definitely had a crush on her back in the day! Sad to hear of her leaving us so young.