Oh No, Not My Baby

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Maxine Brown never broke through the top 10 on the US pop charts, but her talent was respected by producers like Berry Gordy. This song, written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, has been covered by lots of artists,  but I like Maxine Brown’s original version the best.

Thanks to YouTuber RAGEnFORCE

Mama Said There’d Be Days Like This

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Monday, Mama Said: Carole King’s classic hit for The Shirelles.

There’s something about the bridge in this song that is quintessential Carole King. I wish I had the musical background to describe what she’s doing here. Anyone?