Melanie Safka (second interview)
PMP Network Presents
Melanie Safka, the iconic singer-songwriter, joins the PMP Network. Known for her memorable performance at Woodstock and inspiring the use of lighters at concerts, she reflects on her career. The discussion touches on her hit song 'Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)' and her cover of 'Ruby Tuesday'.
Melanie Safka (second interview)
About Melanie Safka (second interview)
Melanie Safka, known professionally as Melanie, was an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame with her 1969 performance at Woodstock. Her breakthrough hit "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)" reached the top 6 in 1970, followed by the chart-topping "Brand New Key" in 1971. She earned recognition as female vocalist of the year and won an Emmy Award in 1989 for her lyrics to "The First Time I Loved Forever."
In this interview
- Recalls her Woodstock performance and inspiring the first panorama of candles and lighters
- Discusses "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," which sold over a million copies
- Talks about her cover of the Rolling Stones' "Ruby Tuesday"
- Reflects on being named female vocalist of the year by multiple publications
Since this interview
Melanie Safka passed away on January 23, 2024, at the age of 76.
