HISTORY OF THE SINGER
Peggy Lee was an American Jazz singer and an Oscar-nominated actress who was born in Jamestown, North Dakota, the 26th of May in 1920. She died in Los Angeles, California, the 21th of January in 2002. Lee has been cited as a mentor to artists like Bobby Darin, Paul McCartney, Madonna, Dusty Springfield, Dr John and many others. As a songwriter, she collaborated with her husband, Dave Barbour, with Sonny Burke, Victor Young, Francis Lai, Dave Grusin, John Chiodini and Duke Ellington. Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong cited her as one of their favorite singers.
OUTFIT STYLE
Peggy Lee had a glamorous style that reflected the fashion trends of her time. In the 1940s and 1950s, she often dressed like the elegant fashion of the period. This included long gowns, often with fitted bodices and full skirts. For the fashion of the 1960s and 1970s, she could wear stylish evening dresses, always predominating sophistication. Her outfit choices reflected her versatility and ability to adapt to the changing trends while maintaining her own style.
FAVOURITE SONG
My favourite song of Peggy Lee is "Fever". This song was co-written with Eddie Cooley, and it was first recorded by her in 1958. The lyrics of "Fever" avoid sensuality, creating a mood that is mysterious. I have chosen this song because it describes the physical and emotional sensations associated with love and desire, and that is a topic that during that period of time was rather avoided. I like how Peggy Lee uses this theme in the song.