Received news of the passing of Gerry Goffin, the influential songwriter best known for his collaboration with his then wife Carole King on so many hits during the 1960s.
Over the years, I have enjoyed a great many of the songs penned by Goffin and King. Even listening to them today, they bring a smile to my face. One of my all time favorites was Oh No Not My Baby by Maxine Brown. Listen to one of the great songs of the sixties:
However, I am particularly grateful for Goffin's post-divorce efforts in crafting a song that really introduced me to one of the truly great talents of the last quarter century. Perhaps, you too will remember Saving All My Love For You and remember witnessing the birth of a star.
Peace.
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