These People Are the Inspirations Behind Some of the Most Beautiful Songs Ever Written

Published on 05/30/2018
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“The Ballad of Jayne” by L.A. Guns (1990)

L.A. Guns came out with “The Ballad of Jayne” in 1990. They croon about the actress Jayne Mansfield, the 50’s and 60’s iconic pin-up girl! She was probably the only person at the time who could rival Marilyn Monroe.

“The Ballad Of Jayne” By L.A. Guns 1990

“The Ballad Of Jayne” By L.A. Guns 1990


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“Killing Me Softly” by Lori Lieberman (1971)

“Killing Me Softly” was composed and written by Charles Nox, Norman Gimbel, and Lori Lieberman. According to Lieberman, the lyrics were lifted from a poem that she would write about a song she had strong feelings about. It’s a bit meta, but it works!

“Killing Me Softly” By Lori Lieberman 1971

“Killing Me Softly” By Lori Lieberman 1971

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