Description: (Songwriter)
Laura Nyro was a renowned American songwriter and singer recognized for her powerful three-octave mezzo-soprano voice. She received critical acclaim for albums like "Eli and the Thirteenth Confession" and "New York Tendaberry." Nyro's songs were not only artistically praised but also achieved commercial success, as they were recorded by notable artists such as Barbra Streisand and the 5th Dimension. Even after her passing, Nyro's music continued to gain widespread appreciation, with artists like Elton John expressing admiration for her work. Some of her hit songs include "Wedding Bell Blues," "Eli's Comin'," and "Stoney End." Nyro was posthumously honored with inductions into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.