Carole king rick evers biography of rory

ByFrank F.

Chances are, even those who have never heard of Carole King have heard her songs a hundred times over. Along with her first husband, King was the musical mind behind some of the biggest hits of the 1960s, many of which have become timeless classics.

After years of contributing her songwriting chops to the stratospheric success of several other artists and groups, King decided to try singing her songs herself. And following a shaky start, she emerged as one of the most successful musicians of the 1970s.

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Carole King's heartfelt lyrics have given life to the careers of some of the most popular folk and soul artists of all time; to a beloved family drama; and to a critically acclaimed Broadway musical.

She has made history as a woman in music, and paved the way for new generations of female singer-songwriters. Here are some things many may not know about an artist who played an integral role in shaping the