April 8, 2016

217 Brenda Lee (1944- ) “Bigelow 6-200” 1956

This musical prodigy was singing professionally at 7, recording for Decca at 11. Unlike most child performers, Lee relied neither on cuteness nor a wispy, little-girl voice. Listeners were amazed to hear a tiny child (who hit only four nine an adult) belt out a song with a full-throated, booming tone. According to one writer, Lee was blessed with the power of Mahalia Jackson and the hillbilly heart of Hank Williams” (Kirkus Reviews, 2002).

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