You Don't Own Me

Song Info:
"You Don't Own Me" is a song recorded by American singer Lesley Gore. It was released as a single in 1963 under the Mercury Records label. The song was written by John Madara and David White and produced by Quincy Jones. "You Don't Own Me" became a feminist anthem for independence and empowerment, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and solidifying Lesley Gore's place in music history.

Artist Bio:
Lesley Gore was born on May 2, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, and rose to fame as a teenage pop sensation in the early 1960s. She is best known for her hit songs like "It's My Party" and "You Don't Own Me." Gore had a successful music career with multiple chart-topping hits and albums. She was one of the first female singers to assert her independence and individuality through her music, paving the way for future generations of female artists. Lesley Gore passed away in 2015, leaving behind a legacy of empowering music that continues to resonate with audiences around the world.