Linda Ronstadt: A taste of home

Singer Linda Ronstadt has always done the unexpected. And now, the woman who admits that she can't cook has put out a memoir that is focused, in part, on traditional Sonoran recipes from her childhood. She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her book, "Feels Like Home: A Song for the Sonoran Borderlands."
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[@nancydemoss2945]

Nobody could sing like Linda Ronstadt. The last notes of Blue Bayou still gives me chills whenever I hear it. Her voice was always so clear.

[@personofinterest8731]

Me too. A forever favourite. 💜

[@Wishpool]

Clear... and sooooo powerful!

[@AWayfaringstranger180]

VERY clear.

[@steffanhoffmann]

In UK 🇬🇧 we preferred Roy Orbisons version. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇸

[@kylebrister7608]

@@steffanhoffmann Yall prolly beat off to James Bond instead of Farrah as well.

[@youchris67]

Let's all face it: Aging sucks! I have lost 99% of my closest relatives--including my mom over the past 18-years. It's really gotten lonely without them. The holidays are not the same anymore; however, I am still here trying to make the best of a dystopian future in America that none of us saw coming a decade ago. God bless you, Linda. I've always loved your music even as a child of the late 60s-1970s.

[@desertwitch9608]

Amen

[@maddymanzo2459]

I feel the same. You brought me a little reassurance that I'm not the only lost soul. I wish you peace

[@AWayfaringstranger180]

I've had no family since the year 1991. The ones remaining after that were estranged. Yeshua is my constant Friend family and all who do the will of the Father. God bless you.

[@drbombay91765]

Looks to be a dim future indeed. I'm travelling while I can and loving what I can. I saw Linda probably 6 or 7 times over the years. No one better!

[@JuneLynn]

My situation exactly, most of my family is gone and the future looks very bleak indeed....thankful to feel I'm not alone in my thoughts...God bless you and Linda too 💜

[@gracefulvintage]

I’m so glad she’s still with us, she may not be able to sing, but she still has wit & a sense of humor!

[@markw4206]

It's really a dry - and wry - wit. One thing I've come to appreciate in watching these interviews with her, late in life, is just how intelligent and thoughtful she has been all these years.

[@gracefulvintage]

@@markw4206 yes, very well said. I agree!

[@StellaWaldvogel]

She's a national treasure even now, full of wisdom, stories and insights.

[@Sinfulscents]

That was very beautiful to read and true

[@walkietalkietraveller2932]

100% agree with you. :)

[@lindahenderson3819]

Linda Ronstadt is a national treasure. She entertained us and gave of herself for so many years. Thank you for doing this update on her. We wish her the best.

[@tea98988]

40 some years ago, her beautiful, clear and pure voice accompanied me during those difficult years of trying to adjust my new life in America. I was just learning the language then. I’m grateful for her.

[@no1nestandsalone387]

Beautiful! I love this! ❤🎉

[@mikeodonnell6799]

nobody is looking up her roller skating shorts these days

[@apples_and_orchards3205]

Heartbreaking! Voice like Butta! Prayers for her!🙏🙏🤷‍♀️

[@charlesking5328]

@@mikeodonnell6799 if you remember that album cover as I do , the same can be said for us ! But what a singer she was. Still love her music !

[@treblenote2]

She may have lost her singing voice, but she sure has a sense of humor!!!! She has been a favorite of mine since Stone Pony's!! Love her! and thank you Ms Linda for your all of your music talent!

[@gregtully2214]

I remember sitting next to Linda in court in 1966 we were both getting our Capital record contracts approved because we were too young and needed the court to protect us She was shy beautiful and innocent I will always remember her smile And many times seeing her recording with the Stone pony’s Our producer Nick Venet would call her his Little Angel Love you always Linda

[@STSGuitar16]

What band were you in?

[@SirWrecksy]

Don't even matter if she can't sing like she used to Everyone gets old and dies but she made it to the absolute top, no competition and nothing to prove

[@walterh2586]

Without question, one of the most beautiful, powerful voices of my generation. And the fact that she has remained so positive and kept her grace and sense of humor in the face of such adversity makes me love her even more. She is a brilliant, remarkable woman!

[@colinfitzgerald4332]

Her strength is shown by granting this interview.

[@nancydemoss2945]

Her voice was always so sweet and clear. When she did The Pirates of Penzance and the end song for Secret Garden were so beautiful.

[@dancingdelilah4801]

I grew up on Linda Ronstadt's music. Such a beautiful voice. So sad how disease ends up robbing people.

[@maryannevitale2515]

It has robbed her of song but still reveals her beauty & soul!!

[@dianelipartito6654]

I know, but happy that her sense of humor still seems to be in tact. That made me smile in spite of what is happening to her at a relatively young age by today's lifespans, which does make me sad.

[@JT-vn2zy]

​@@maryannevitale2515g-g😢😢😢

[@vikkibrown2023]

@dancingdelilah4801~~I grew up listening to her as well~~No one comes close to her vocal abilities~~She'll always be my #1 Idol~~Over the years I've heard so much music because I think I was born with music on the brain~~I listen to a lot but most music sucks today~~Many moons ago I would never miss any award show~~I knew everyone~~I don't watch anymore cause I really don't know anyone and hate the music~~My Idols now are Kelly Clarkson and Pink~~My #1 of all time singers is of course, Linda~~God Bless her and what she is going through~~I pray she will never suffer~~💖💖💖

[@blackwingvalleylover]

Beautiful insightful woman I also grew up listening to. She's so beautiful and dignified in the face of her illness.

[@valeriehartman3705]

It is sad to see she cannot sing like she used to. But at the same time, through her eyes, we see beauty. We see passion. She still has that sparkle. And nobody can take those away from her.

[@thecaptaincrayfish3873]

Not true, her voice lives on as do our memories. To be be beside her and share these days as she has shared hers with us - one helluva lady

[@valeriehartman3705]

@@thecaptaincrayfish3873 That's not what I said though. Yes, her voice lives on. What I said was that she cannot sing like she used to and that is sad.

[@STSGuitar16]

If I had to guess, I’d say she could still probably sing at a very high level by our standards even now. It seems she is just such a perfectionist that unless she can do it at what she believes to be a perfect level, she’d just rather not do it at all. I understand that, but I think we’d all love to hear her voice again, no matter what state it’s in.

[@bargen44]

Linda took a whole generation to an incredible journey with her music. Thank you very much!

[@CupCaked]

She did, indeed. I learned about folk music, American standards, Gilbert & Sullivan, opera, Mexican ranchero music and more. And she could rock with the best of them, too.

[@JoshMaxPower]

Linda has been my girlfriend since I was a little boy and saw her sing "When Will I Be Loved" on a TV commercial. She doesn't know she's my girlfriend, of course! But always a place in my heart.

[@gtswann]

Same!

[@toddruedel3774]

Linda, you were once the greatest singer on this planet. Your fans who love you will always keep your music alive and remember, you’re unforgettable! ❤

[@2kool4myskool]

I remember growng up as young kid, me and my school friends had the biggest crush on her, my room was filled with posters of Linda and just loved listening to music of that era, i miss the 70's.

[@monroewalbridge]

Started listening to her on a Spanish Jaurez station.

[@tenn_ore]

One of the things I admire is when artists can cross over to other genres. She succeeded in this multiple times. And as an author. Many talents. She was a soundtrack to our lives.

[@sgt.robertbauermajd1288]

Thank You for the story. My generation is aging and losing the connection. Linda is ours and we are blessed to have her even today. God bless her.

[@orleanssister3667]

Ronstadt wore her fame so lightly. How unique a musical superhero she is. Her pipes were always clear, powerful and warm - embracing the tune. Challenged herself and promoted her friends. An offbeat and original creature - still.

[@pjesf]

So well said 👍🏻

[@johnpjonesch]

There was a time growing into a man that I truly believed I was in love with Linda Ronstadt. And to this day, many decades later, I still hold that torch with so many others.

[@peacelovejoy8786]

Thank you for sharing that - so sweet I'm fortunate to have grown up with all the greatest music. Linda Ronstadt appeared magical to me! Her music was a soundtrack for many events I experienced ☮️♥️👋

[@bsworld2]

"Like....the cat peed on the rug, real issues" Exactly 💯. Thank you Ms Ronstadt for all the beautiful songs.

[@user-fu7cs4zv4x]

My heart is breaking watching this.

[@nomaddave6555]

God bless Linda, we all love you

[@BellaFirenze]

Her Spanish language albums are masterpieces. Flawless Spanish. Flawless singing. Bravissima!

[@GaiaCarney]

Yes! ‘Canciones de mi Padre’ & ‘Mas Canciones’ are Linda Rondstadts ✨legacy✨

[@steelstreet3765]

She speak in Spanish?

[@BellaFirenze]

@@steelstreet3765 Por supuesto.

[@applejellypucci]

@@steelstreet3765 yes she's Mexican

[@steelstreet3765]

@@applejellypucci I want to see some Spanish interviews of her.

[@jimratliff2753]

She was the total babe and had the world's best voice. All of us guys her age in the 70's were head over heals for her. Such a woman.

[@thecaptaincrayfish3873]

My secret is out 🤗

[@tracybrown4941]

All all of us gals wanted to be like her!

[@ahall8908]

Thank you Linda for your music. You have no idea what your music means to our family. When my Mom passed away about 2 weeks prior. She gave my oldest brother and I your Canciones de Mi Padre cassettes. She told me these are the same songs my father loved. I could not listen to your tape for about a year because all I would do was cry. My children ages 1 & 5 thought everyone was supposed to cry when listening to Canciones de Mi Padre. Anyways I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is the most beloved music of my life. We will keep you in prayer. If you have a fan club address please share. 🌹❤️🌹❤️🌹❤️🌹

[@Flipper2466]

One of the best female singers in history. Prayers for you sweet Linda.

[@billdejean]

The best

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

Bless her. She is an American icon. She is my joy and fun filled memories of youth. Spent my high school, college and soon after years with her music. Breaks my heart that I never got to see her perform live but made up for it with hours and hours and hours shared with her music playing backgammon, chess, cooking, BBQs, parties, in the art studio, wooing the ladies and just plain old getting high and listening to Linda. She will always be cherished.

[@rdlewis3616]

It must be quite difficult for someone with such an amazing voice to lose it, but she seems to have a great attitude.

[@barbhawkinson659]

She still has her beautiful sense of humor 💞

[@dougaranda6187]

I don’t know wether to feel sad for her situation, or happy for her gift that she shared with millions of people in the day. Both I guess. There’s a sadness inside that so many are fading away, or have already. The rock and roll of our youth is something I’ll cherish until the end.

[@charleneandrle-olson3099]

Her talent, personality and music is amazing and wonderful. Thank you for your career Linda. You brought enjoyment and joy to so many of us. Beautiful music.

[@4orrcountry]

The most powerful yet sensitive woman rock singer EVER. Some have tried to sing Ronstadt's songs but they're nowhere close to being in her league. Quit while you're behind, ladies.

[@melaniebruce3923]

I remember being a kid and utterly transfixed by her voice, beauty and grace. Still beautiful as ever 💕

[@JosMorn1]

I've always enjoyed Linda's work, and my impression that while she was a perfectionist with her music, she wasn't a self-centered artist who lived for the attention; she genuinely cares about other people and sang for the joy of it rather than the "look at me" factor.

[@Berrypancakes229]

Well said. She sincerely care about people. We we’re not just fans of hers. We we’re part of her life, family and music . She’s not like the Hollywood actor’s or singers who want fame and popularity and ruin their life’s with drugs, sex, alcohol addiction. They are not good role model.

[@Berrypancakes229]

@Dwight Fry she’s obviously blind. She’s been listening to the democratic media lies since she came into the United States. She doesn’t know the truth. Thank God I opened my mind to the truth. I grew up in the sixties having this mind set , that democrats were for the poor and republicans were for the rich. I was ignorant.

[@funwithFred]

Her voice was one of a kind, and she's in the hearts of so very many......from the beginning.

[@gustavinok4685]

Most sing what they can. Ronstadt sang what she wanted. Clear, flexible, divine pipes. A free authentic spirit that put her and that voice in a very rarified universe.

[@VinnieAtlanta]

We still have Linda Ronstadt. We still have her for a while longer. The world loves Linda Rondstadt and the world still have her.

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

Like Barbra Streisand and Whitney Houston, Linda Ronstadt was blessed with an amazing set of pipes!!! So very thankful that they all blessed us with their incredible, God-given talent. They are to contemporary music what Beethoven and Mozart were to their time. They all had pure, natural talent without their voices being manipulated by the technology being used currently in today's music industry. Linda Ronstadt has always been one of my favorite female singers. I remember loving her voice when she was first starting out with the Stone Poneys in the '60s.

[@thechloechronicles9688]

And Ann Wilson, Grace Slick too

[@paigetganathompson28888]

@Tina Turner

[@ameliaerin1544]

Such a wonderful talent. I lived many years in Tucson and she is a class act!

[@meo21626]

Just happy we can enjoy her beautiful voice!

[@michaeltorres638]

Why do most people forget Bach the most musically gifted composer of all.

[@miikop]

Thank you Linda Ronstadt for years of music. And for letting us into this very difficult phase of life.

[@lindastapleton2324]

No one can sing like Linda, what a voice!

[@jamesroof6150]

Her songs dominated the 1970's. What a incredible talent & national treasure.

[@patricialavallee8286]

Linda is an American treasure! She could sing ANYTHING! None of the singers today could hold a candle to her. Not one.

[@b.snow-fotomkr6132]

While I agree with your sentiment we do have singers today who do hold a candle; Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood.

[@Ozymandi_as]

As the light fades, the torch is passed.

[@shocksemler8145]

@@b.snow-fotomkr6132 It’s insulting to put Carrie Underwood in the same class as Linda Ronstadt. She is not nor will ever be at the level of Ms. Ronstadt. Kelly Clarkson is a close second though.

[@sammy9103]

@@shocksemler8145 I agree, that's a huge insult.

[@delfinaanaya220]

@@b.snow-fotomkr6132 Big difference between singing and shouting, which Ms. Ronstadt admits doing early in her career.

[@jimalden9355]

Make a point to watch the wonderful documentary the reference in this piece. I have loved Linda since the 70s...there has not been another voice like hers...but even I didn't know ALL of the amazing things she did, rules she broke and successes she had. There is a clip of her, in the 70s, speaking about male domination in the music world..as always, she was ahead of her time! A true American treasure.

[@terryburks6839]

Bless her heart. that was difficult to see an icon struggling now. She will always be a favorite of mine.

[@carrieo102]

Linda Ronstadt is the GOAT. Her vocals touch you way down to your soul. No one now or then can sing like her. Book purchased. Linda, your awesome!

[@MichaelF340]

Sending love right back did you attend any concert?

[@no1nestandsalone387]

It’s sad Linda can’t sing anymore but I cherish her old songs and am happy she is doing alright! She’s an idol of mine!

[@chrisfinch8637]

Nowadays, Linda sings her songs in her head, and she admits it’s not like how she used to sing. We’re thankful for what she has recorded, and still thinking about her, dearly. Somewhere Out There, James Ingram and Horner, praying for you, too. ❤

[@pmcclaren1]

Please do pray for Linda. She is not a Christian. One Must Be BORN AGAIN (2nd birth) & Sealed w/the HOLY SPIRIT to see the kingdom of God (John 3.3, 33-34-). An incredible gift from the LORD to our most-blessed BOOMER generation. All the chicks loved Elvis, the Beatles. We cats were in love with (& I still am) Linda, a most gorgeous & STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL LADY!!!!!

[@4orrcountry]

​@@pmcclaren1 And I pray for YOU, Paul, because you ARE a Christian. Please explain, Paul, how so FEW Christians behave like the Christ they portend to admire? Soooo phoney...if you get to heaven, Paul, look me up. I'll be there, with all of my soulless pets.

[@kathypeake-thepeakefinanci2541]

One of the greats of all times. Her voice is pure bliss.

[@Navy0401]

Linda's contribution and vocals as part of the trio with Emmylou Harris and Dolly Parton is simply spectacular a powerful voice ❤

[@4orrcountry]

Find the interview with Dolly and Emmylou where they speak in awe of Linda's singing talent.

[@sandburgmartin7947]

Dolly spoke of Linda loving to sing the harmony parts in Trio. Now that is a sharing, supportive vocalist.

[@NC-qc7wd]

My BF and I used to listen to her music before I lost him, and it breaks my heart again to see her this way now. Thank you for what you gave me.

[@pmcclaren1]

Same here before I lost my GF, the love of my life. Her song 'Someone to Lay Down beside me' (written by the beautiful Karla Bonoff)' brings back so many memories.

[@barneydunn8458]

Linda had some divine pipes - especially Live. Clear, natural power, flexible, gorgeous tone and a remarkable warmth. A songwriter's champion always with an original unadorned vibe. Love her still. The new book is a great trip.

[@evanlouis3336]

Long ago stopped wondering about what Linda Ronstadt sang, when she sang it, who she sang it with, even how she sang it. All I need to hear is her voice - a remarkable instrument no matter what. Always authentic with true musical passion.

[@lnl3237]

Said it so well, Evan.

[@gregorylesko1267]

Without any shadow of a doubt, hers is one of the greatest female voices of all time!

[@mililaniman]

Her music was a big part of my childhood in seventies and eighties. I look forward to trying out the recipes in this book.

[@seriouslyreally5413]

Such incredible range and style from rock and roll to country with Emmy Lou Harris and Dolly Parton to the jazz sound of Nelson Riddle I have her two vol. album "Round Midnight" of standards she sang and recorded with Nelson Riddle and listen to it often but nothing replaces her iconic Blue Bayou

[@denisemarie6029]

Thank you for sharing! We love you, Linda! I’m 58 battling 2nd time ovarian cancer! Don’t sweat the small stuff. We’re not here that long. God bless. 🙏

[@francoveritas2]

Linda Ronstadt is by far the best female voice, the most educated, dedicated, passionate, emotional, loving, intelligent, generous, and genuine female singer to have EVER existed! Every music gender she approaches, she rocks it! And right when you thought you’d heard her best notes, she comes and shocks you with an endless number of unbelievably passionate twists over and over again! She has made herself inmortal with all the love she has spread throughout her wonderful life!!!

[@madhabitz]

I've been a fan of hers for as long as she's been making records. I absolutely adore her. She's practical about what's happened to her and it's something to be admired, because she can still live a good life. She would hate hearing that I feel so crushed that she can't sing anymore -- I doubt anyone on the planet loved to sing as much as she did and never took it for granted.

[@1143beach]

One of the great female voices in the past 50 years

[@erikafreebird6449]

Linda's beautiful attitude is just as amazing as her singing voice.💖

[@galenstone9097]

A vocal powerhouse in her prime. There won't come another.

[@thecaptaincrayfish3873]

She's still in her prime, her magic still inspires us ❤️

[@pfv1247]

Wow her parents are so beautiful!! 1:55. And I love how she took that Roy Orbison song and soared with it to another level. What an amazing talent and what a life!

[@sammy9103]

She looked like her father.

[@maureenmcdermott7293]

The absolutely divine Linda..possibly the purest vocalist ever. God, what a talent. 💚

[@trkrgal73]

So sad that her amazing, powerful, beautiful gift was taken away from her and all of us fans. She's an icon and I will always cherish her songs. I'm glad though, that she has another outlet with her book, to keep her going and to share with her fans. Hugs to you Linda 💗

[@Riko-Lopez]

I grew up listening to Linda and she is such an inspiration and a living legend! Much respect to her.

[@RalphDavis-qk2xy]

She floated in and out of our senses, like a butterfly. We love you, Linda.

[@judd442009]

I love this woman more with every passing year of her life--and mine.

[@lovesings2us]

Linda Rondstadt is such a gift to the planet!

[@micharf340]

Sending love back to your heart did you attend any live show?

[@teslinjoe5938]

Don't take anything for granted and above all, never let it go to your head. Who are you if it's taken away? This woman has impressed and inspired me my entire life but never so much as this moment right here.

[@bowtoyoursensei554]

I just adore her. Her music and her talent are timeless. It appears that her condition has also affected her ability to use her eyes and face to express her thoughts and feelings. It's heartbreaking to watch her. 😢😢😢😢😢😢 Even so, I am grateful for her very existence, her wonderful (and undimmed) sense of humor, and the profound musical gift she has shared with the world.

[@10to1imjokin]

I'll always love Linda Ronstadt.

[@davidtee2812]

One of the most beautiful voices… and beautiful women God has EVER created….❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@deannemckee5081]

She’s still so beautiful! So thankful to have grown up with her music!

[@preesi1403]

Linda was at the Troubadour in August 25th 1970 when Elton, Dee and Nigel debuted. and SHE is the one who said "It went so well that it felt like everyone LEVITATED off the floor" and thats why that scene was the way it was

[@jspinosa50]

One of the best and my favorite female vocalist, by far!

[@jimchance6059]

A pinup with killer pipes. Great bands, great tunes - always much more than her considerable hits. Linda, in any language on any musical road, is always worth the journey. Rarest of songbirds.

[@Christie-gp2cy]

Linda's voice was magical and beautiful. We are all saddened that she is unable to singe or hear the musical notes. Her lovely voice will live on forwver. God's blessings.

[@craftlover9702]

Heartbreaking to say the least! An incredible talent loved by so many, including me!

[@nicholebeck8177]

Her work with Nelson Riddle will always be my favorite but I'd listen to anything she sings!

[@EagleRockers]

One of the purest voices of my generation. That vibrato alone is golden.

[@larrydiaz253]

Man she’s great. ❤

[@kevinkrouse8608]

I've been in love with Linda Ronstadt since I was 13 years old when "Different Drum" was released. I'm now 66 and that love has grown into admiration and respect. Of course I have all of her albums and have seen her many times in concert. As she says herself, no one knows the future, so why worry about it. Worry about the cat who peed on the rug!! LoL Amazing Woman, Amazing Life. Thank you again for sharing it with us common mortals!!

[@carmensantana1374]

Blessings to her she is fantastic and fabulous 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@adriennecottrell387]

She is a classic, what a talented singer , so iconic Love her and wish her well!!!❤️

[@wehoman]

God, I love her! I'm so going to miss her when she's gone. She's always been my #1 favorite female vocalist...always!! (Dolly & Whitney are very close 2nds). I've always loved her music since I was a little boy and heard Blue Bayou playing on the radio in the car in Scottsdale/Phoenix where I grew up. I would yell at my mom to not change the channel and turn up the volume every time Linda came on the radio. I was fortunate enough to see Linda perform a few times.

[@sucarey8280]

I love that she has not lost her sense of humor.

[@micharf340]

Sending love back to your heart did you attend any live performances?

[@ckrtom2]

Love that Linda keeps it real. I’m sure it’s not intentional but the interviewer keeps disagreeing with Linda. The interviewer tries to minimize or sugar-coat or put a “positive” spin on things! Just let Linda be real-as she wants to be.

[@leokeglovic1536]

My favorite female singer of all-time. She can sing anything! Also, l had huge crush on her when l was growing up (still do, too).

[@kaycampbell8532]

I always loved her beautiful voice. She gave us many years of fantastic music. Love her!💋❤

[@ilovephotography1254]

Brings tears to my eyes...

[@gtswann]

Same here, Linda, like no other, can touch my heart with her emotionally powerful heart touching sound. The only woman on the planet who can make cry just by singing a song, pass the tissue please!

[@nancychace8619]

Thanks for a good interview. I've always appreciated her music. I think she still has a voice. It just is coming out in different ways now. I always thought her work in Canciones de mi Padre was some of her finest. She brought some of the best of Mexican culture to the mainstream in America. Those songs were and still are beautiful. Wish her smooth sailing ~ ☆

[@rikidik5352]

Oh My God , Thank You for the update on Miss Linda. I've been wondering how she was doing. Precious Lady with a PRECIOUS VOICE to go along with. NOBODY could sing like that Lady.... Love her.😘😘

[@thechloechronicles9688]

Linda, rest assured, your voice was always stunningly beautiful.

[@spaceburger80]

Without question and unequivocally the most beautiful, talented, and tasteful American singer/songwriter of the latter 20th century.

[@yvonnerahmes9618]

Someday, hopefully not too far away, we will have treatments, cures, and even preventative ways to end such horrible invasive diseases (brain and otherwise). My heart hurts to see it's taken away so much from her, and in turn us, who love her vocal talents and heartfelt ways. God bless her, I wish we had better ways to circumvent her losses. Thank you for such a good interview, I loved seeing her sing with her relatives!

[@omfug7148]

One of the greatest voices in American modern music, her work with Nelson Riddle is sublime, & then the albums of Mariachi music to honor her father's heritage...I am sad that her voice is gone, but her work remains vibrant & will never age.

[@Hummingbirds2023]

What a woman! I'm so saddened about her illness so unfair the mysteries of life. I play her song " ADIOS " over and over I just love it can never get enough! I am happy she has written a great book, and has a great sense of humor!! God bless Linda! 🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏 Much Respect too!

[@frangordon9215]

Aww, bless her heart! Loved her singing!

[@richardlau2447]

👍

[@EgbertWilliams]

She was the first concert I ever saw. 1980, the Philadelphia Spectrum. I was 18 and now I'm 60. She was so beautiful ... and still is.

[@richardlau2447]

My time too! Forever a rockstar.

[@BelangerFamily09]

I remember first seeing her on the Midnight Special many years ago. I thought she was so beautiful and her voice was absolutely incredible. What a talent!

[@lizcosgrove8199]

Linda is definitely the Queen of Rock. An unbelievable talent There wasn't anything she couldn't sing 🎶 💗💗💗

[@micharf340]

Sending love back to your heart did you attend any live performances?