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As a teenager, I struggled with depression. Her music helped me so much. She was so much more than a musician.
Eric Kimball
March 19, 2026
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Melanie Safka
Feb 3, 1947 – Jan 23, 2024 (Age 76)
About
BORN
February 3, 1947
DIED
January 23, 2024
AGE
76
Obituary
Melanie was a folk singer and songwriter who had major hits in the 1970s with "Brand New Key" and "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," and she was one of three women who performed solo acts at Woodstock.
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I am sitting here in Astoria, NY at the start of 2026. I can't believe Melanie is gone, and I am moved and delighted that she was born here. I bought many of her records as a teen growing up in Utica, New York. I am 68 years old now. I will always hold her in my heart. Condolences to her family. G-d bless.
Sandra Tarlin
January 03, 2026
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Condolences to your son. We enjoyed your concert in Buxton, England some years ago. Nobody sang Ruby Tuesday as good as Melanie.
Bill Siviter
December 16, 2025
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I always loved your voice and even seen you a few times. Peace & Love
Kevin Grocott
December 11, 2025
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Melanie Thank you for all the memories :)
MARC CANNIZZARO
December 01, 2025
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The world is a poorer place with Melanie's passing
Eamon Moran
September 07, 2025
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God bless.
Julie Muller
August 31, 2025
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I know its over a year from my favorite female singer leaving us, I just want to say her voice and song made this a much better world.
Glen Hockley
June 29, 2025
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Oh man, this woman changed my live from since I was a little kid. All my bad and happy moments she was there. Happy that I got to see her twice. But i will not wheep, I will say thank you life for having been. Thanks Melanie
Paula
May 29, 2025
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