Laura Nyro

American musician and songwriter (1947-1997).

Born October 18th, 1947 in The Bronx. [ref]

Died April 8th, 1997 at 49 years old in Danbury (ovarian cancer). [ref]

Occupations
jazz musician, lyricist, pianist, singer, songwriter
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