This is Marlena's cover of the classic tune "Go Away Little Girl". It was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and recorded by Steve Lawrence in 1962 on his album titled "Winners!" In 1971, the song would be covered by Donny Osmond. Both of these artists would reach number one with the song. In 1977, Marlena puts her own jazzy and sassy spin on the timeless tune with her version titled "Go Away Little Boy". Mixed in with the original lyrics are Marlena's earthy and sometimes funny lyrical touches, such as "Let the doorknob hit ya whe… read more
This is Marlena's cover of the classic tune "Go Away Little Girl". It was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and recorded by Ste… read more
This is Marlena's cover of the classic tune "Go Away Little Girl". It was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and recorded by Steve Lawrence in 1962 on his album titl… read more
Marlena Shaw (born Marlina Burgess in New Rochelle, New York, on 22 September 1942; died 19 January 2024) was an American jazz, blues, and soul singer. Shaw began her singing career in the 1960s and continued to perform until her death. Her music has often been sampled in hip hop music, and used in television commercials. Shaw's first musical influences were her uncle and grandmother, who loved to sing and play gospel music on the family’s hi-fi record player. As a young girl, Shaw was also involved with numerous gospel singing groups. Her first experience singing before a lar… read more
Marlena Shaw (born Marlina Burgess in New Rochelle, New York, on 22 September 1942; died 19 January 2024) was an American jazz, blues, and soul singer. Shaw began her singing career in the … read more
Marlena Shaw (born Marlina Burgess in New Rochelle, New York, on 22 September 1942; died 19 January 2024) was an American jazz, blues, and soul singer. Shaw began her singing career in the 1960s and continued to perform until her death… read more