Melanie

Biography

Melanie Anne Safka-Schekeryk (February 3, 1947 – January 23, 2024), professionally known as Melanie or Melanie Safka, was an American singer-songwriter. She is widely known for the 1971–72 global hit "Brand New Key", her 1970 version of the Rolling Stones' "Ruby Tuesday", her composition "What Have They Done to My Song Ma", and her 1970 international breakthrough hit, "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)", which was inspired by her experience of performing at the 1969 Woodstock music festival

Known For

7.5

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

TV Series1962

5.8

The Mike Douglas Show

TV Series1961

6.8

The Merv Griffin Show

TV Series1962

6.8

The Ed Sullivan Show

TV Series1948

6.5

The Johnny Cash Show

TV Series1969

3.8

The Brady Bunch Hour

TV Series1977

7.2

One to One: John & Yoko

Movie2025

Power to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC

Movie2026

Filmography