Lesley Gore Interview

[@sx20Ramar]

She was one of the best female singers of the 60's. R.I.P.

[@leonardopiovesan2570]

Altair Ramar And incredible gorgeous

[@marie-rosedaly4234]

+Altair Ramar yessssssssssss

[@postersandstuff]

5 yrs ago :(

[@silentmajority8365]

Hands down She got the shaft from Mercury records I actually liked her foray into disco .. She lacked promotion and I suspect she resisted being sexualized Every fan needs to get a copy of the Its my party 5 CD set I'm not too keen on her only biography as the author left out a lot of things. Like her love of golf. She had her own cart with her name on it. I was hoping I'd actually learn more about her personal likes etc First half is ok but the last half is filler and agenda. It does have some great color pictures and a discography in the bac She had an amazing life. Too bad the author used the platform to indict America.. My lai had nothing to do with Lesley but the author choose to focus on the negative of the decade and ignored the fact it was the first time TV had shows in prime time for teens. Or that the first half of the decade featured strong women artists including African Americans American politics had little to do with Leley that lived a private life. Her fall from grace was due to a heartless industry and that they gave songs to other artists Like Groovy kind of love and Wedding bell blues

[@MusoMaker-SouthAfrica]

Agree - RIP

[@Myokuju]

I wasn't even around during her era and I freaking love her!

[@Yugvijay]

Same

[@Mimimini0]

same

[@silentmajority8365]

Get the Its my party 5 CD set start with that You missed a fun time but she left a great legacy

[@chicknsandwich1388]

Same and I'm 15 😭

[@Houdini774]

What a terrible loss. You had so much Lesley, talent, beauty and grace. You will be missed, rest in peace.

[@safeinmyheart1]

Yes to every word you said! 💜

[@ZarahLean]

When I was 11 , I heard Lesley sing "Sometimes I Wish I Were a Boy". I didn't know I was Gay. I didn't know Lesley was Gay back then. But the song said something to me. Thanks, Lesley.

[@Barking914]

What a national treasure! She gave us some of the best tunes. Great stage presence. She sounded sincere on all performances. Thanks Lesley!

[@Nate_Animates]

I grew up very closeted. As a early 2000s soul, when I was introduced to Lesley Gore, I absolutely love her music. "You Don't Own Me" is a beautiful song, which represents how you can stand up to people who put you down. Just like how I did to my bullies and people who were homophobic towards me. This woman right here changed my life. And her songs motivated me yo come out the closet, and reveal I am in fact LGBTQ. She is without a doubt the best 60s singer. Fight me. Thank you, Lesley.

[@silentmajority8365]

To be fair Hollywood is still filled with closeted stars Phobic means fear Fear has little to do with those that object. The entire Islamic world objects so I take offense to her biographer to insist your only opposition is coming from American Christians I personally don't care who people sleep with 😀😀 My objection is it being thrust to the forefront of every issue I can go all day without talking about my sex life.. I'm sorry you had problems , but try to broaden your outlook too. Its ok for everybody to have an opinion. EXAMPLE not everybody is into bondage or adult diapers 🤣🤣 Am I a bigot because I don't like those fetishes? Only if I try to stop you and we are not stopping you from sleeping with anybody.. 😀😀 I mentioned current day closet persons in Hollywood... They know even in this modern age fans will drop them as many fans live vicariously thru their Favorite stars Like action film stars Or fans that lust for stars they think are like minded.. Recently Cassandra Peterson AKA Elvira came out. She lost fans but not me. I always suspected she was based o her friends but as I say I'm still a fan and glad she is Happy. It's not Like I was going to marry her🤣🤣 I have Loved Lesley since the 60s and still do So we straights are not as bad as you might think I donate to charities recycle and support wild fife programs ... Perhaps instead of us all pushing our sex lives we all work to find common ground. Good luck to you😀😀

[@tammiepage6489]

OK you got the same come out of the closet but I’m a tell you right now just because someone is a rumor doesn’t make it true and they need to come out when they’re ready to come out and that when people say they should and she can’t come out now because she passed away but at the same time like I said just because people say they are don’t mean they are don’t believe everything you hear nothing the same as anything bad with it no it’s not because I don’t know why people make a big deal about it and who they love is none of nobodies business and I don’t think people should come out the closet at all or whatever because that’s your business you know you don’t have to be afraid to show who you love male or female I don’t matter

[@penelopebaker5932]

She was a true beauty.... She will be missed,but never forgotten... R.I.P. Thank You Mr. Quincy Jones for helping this great lady for fill her dreams and music career.

[@skudaarkaat1]

Boy, does she age well! I'm 10 years younger and look 20 years older!!! I've been in love with her for more than 45 years, and wish her and her partner many more happy years together. Thank you, Lesley, for so many happy memories.

[@rondodson5736]

I met her at one of her concerts about three years before her death. This lady had a personality that would literally vibrate a room when she came in. Very incredible lady. She is missed but her memory will live forever. Her life partner died recently.

[@michgrl29]

Leslie was the Madonna of the 60's, with a freaking awesome voice who put so much energy into her songs..she looks and sounds GREAT.

[@dianabeurman364]

Yes!!!! She was Madonna before Madonna

[@djkdosduhdjd5550]

The days are getting shortened, Jesus is coming back soon. accept the free gift of salvation. turn away from sin with the help of Jesus.

[@annaritaranalli1791]

Much prettier and more talented than veronica Luisa ciccone iny opinioni

[@rondodson5736]

Who is Madonna ?

[@punkrockposer4133]

Lesley Gore was such an icon. I'm so happy that she existed. She seemed like such a nice person. May she rest in peace.

[@lindastjohn5007]

Leslie had a most beautiful voice. She was fantastic! So beautiful and charming. So down to earth personality!

[@drstone1167]

She was born the day after me in 1946 and Lesley had some great songs, R.I.P. Lesley Gore. 🌸

[@JohnnyGNV]

What POSSIBLE difference could it make to her singing ability? Elton John is gay, no one seems to care, Barry Manilow, although he has never admitted it publicly (I don't think he has) is rumoured to be gay and countless others. I guess for Lesley with her American Sweetheart girl-next-door image, it may have been more difficult for some people to accept, but gay people are just people. I does not affect vocal talent, if it did trust me no one would be on Broadway.

[@rfjohns4452]

Don't forget bisexual Justin Trudeau Prime Minister who had affair with PM son as well.

[@Yugvijay]

She's from 60s!!!

[@wilmarallensilva6746]

Freddie Mercury is gay too

[@Yugvijay]

@@wilmarallensilva6746 he's bi, so gay/str8

[@wilmarallensilva6746]

@@Yugvijay Freddie said he's gay not bi

[@fazbell]

What a smart lady. She still sounds and looks great.

[@dmullsr]

R.I.P. Lesley ... I grew up listening to you !!! There's no one left to take your place. Now HEAVEN' GOT 1 HELL OF A BAND !! Her vocals will Sound like Angels singing ..

[@gary5522]

So sad shes gone.such a classy lady with a great voice.i'm in tears just watching the interview.you will be sorely missed Leslie!!!

[@millers3888]

I would have loved to see her in concert. Damn cancer, she had so many more years to give us. RIP Lesley.

[@french_fries_1]

I'm only 14 years old, but i absolutely love music like this and the period of time when Lesley and other singers started their career and became "trending". Sometimes i thought of myself: i'm living in the wrong generation. But now i say the opposite, because at least i can listen to every masterpiece of that time whenever i want to:) I'm really sad because half of those singers are gone and i can't meet them, or at least go to one of their concerts or something. This is one of the reasons why i'm afraid of getting older. (i'm sorry if i texted some things wrong)

[@MusoMaker-SouthAfrica]

So true - well said!

[@flowerpot3787]

Buddy, you can like a generation without living in it. No one appreciates their own current generation. Countless teenagers love the fashion and energy of the 20th century, you’re not special. You aren’t more intelligent because you appreciate a time you know nothing about and see it through your romanticized lenses

[@angelikashipman3260]

you said nothing wrong at all...what you said was perfect!

[@JohnnyGNV]

@1959buddyh - WHAT do you want her to look like - 23? She's a great performer, she hasn't had everything lifted and snipped and injected and to me she looks like an attractive mature woman who is a GREAT performer. At least she looks natural and comes across as well adjusted, intelligent and extremely musically talented. To say that someone "looks horrible now" is a worthless comment. I hope some Lesley fans out there will give me a thumbs up for saying this.

[@tiamia1134]

One of my favorite singers from the 60's. I especially loved "You Don't Own Me" and "Maybe I Know." She had an incredibly powerful voice and sang with such passion. One of the great female singers from that era.

[@vegconwaxman7331]

Leslie Gore aka Leslie Goldstein was and always will be the "QUEEN OF THE 60'S

[@MrBikolang]

Ms. Gore was born Lesley Sue Goldstein on May 2, 1946, in Brooklyn. She grew up in Tenafly, N.J., eager to become a singer. She had just turned 16, a junior in high school, when her vocal coach had her make some piano-and-voice recordings. Those demos, with a youthful brightness in her voice, reached the producer Quincy Jones, who was then an A&R man at Mercury Records. He became her producer and mentor

[@sandinyourshoes4130]

I love you, Lesley. I cannot help it. You were just wonderful. How can I not love you? We all miss you already.

[@maxwellalberts7332]

Adore this woman. Rest in Peace! What a talent and what a gracious human being.

[@djscomp]

Just saw her last night at NJPAC and she was awesome. She sounds just like her records. It was such a thrill to meet her after the show. She a regular person. I told her it was my birthday and gave me a big hug! If you love her songs you should really go see her live. She's excellent!!

[@battlingbobbailey]

RIP one of my all time favorites always loved Leslie and her wonderful gift

[@AirborneAirAssault6565]

I've always loved Lesley Gore! Flash back memories! God Bless you for all the wonderful music and memories!

[@kpitt1204]

So glad that I saw her in concert in her latter years. She was awesome and comical. She mingled with the audience afterwards.

[@jaf8771]

Was she still a good singer later on in life? If she sang her old hits....did they sound the same?

[@rr7firefly]

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous woman. With a big heart and voice.

[@anitalauver1754]

Spent my teens loving great music by singers of that time. Lesley Gore a favorite. R.I.P. Ms. Gore and thanks for your wonderful songs.

[@ericwicks92]

It always blows my mind hearing these singers and performers reminiscence on how the music industry was back then, it seems just so much more authentic and genuine. Back then, if you really could sing and had talent it showed. You weren't given auto tune, or lip syncing throughout an entire performance, or the entire song being created with a computer and guy with a switchboard, it was all real, and it showed. Now, everything is so heavily "Photoshopped" and tuned to the peak of perfection, it broadcasts an unrealistic image on what you need to be if you're ever going to be a professional performer. It's disheartening hearing a seasoned legend say if they were trying to get a start in today's music industry, they probably wouldn't ever get in.

[@elizabethmontgomery4024]

good on you Eric....you right on with what you said as far I'm concerned..

[@Jack.Strait]

But did you listen to what she said? She said she was amazed by how singers seem to get better by every decade. With each decade comes an amazing new group of singers.

[@ellentdouglas]

Good insight. I'm so glad to have grown up during that time period. Thank you for sharing!

[@fishwax6371]

@@Jack.Strait She was talking just about musicians at first, during the bit about amazing new talent... I'm not convinced about today's singers (although maybe it's because of the crap songs that their voices don't impress me...?). I mean, why do we need autotune now?

[@UpsideDown853]

Dude, she literally was talking about how it was hard for women back in the day and you're here talking about: "oh the good old days where things were authentic." No? Needing to keep up with the boys, isn't being authentic. It's doing what you have to because you love singing. AS SHE SAID. Also, can we stop hating on autotune? I don't favor it by any means, but at the end of the day it's still a tool. People just use whatever sounds they can to make something new or express what they feel. In a very technological world, I think it fits to incorporate into music what people 'feel' around them. If you hate it, don't listen to it. It might not suit you because it represents a different experience. That's fine.

[@bjyokums]

Loved her in the 60's, love her now. Rest well, Lesley. xoxo

[@winterlandboy]

God..I' haven't listened to Lesleys music in ages but have just downloaded about 12 songs. She's an underrated talent and sounds as good today as she did back when. Love her eyes too. What puzzles me is why haven't any of todays artists,like Girls Aloud,Pussycat Dolls ,Gabriella Cilmi etc..covered her songs.They lend themselves so well to pop music in 2010.Shit..I'd love to hear Amy Winehouse cover her stuff. Huge talent and she seems like a really nice person as well.Thats always a bonus

[@frankny4947]

I remember Leslie Gore in the early/mid 60's on TV and radio when I was 7, 8 and 9 yrs old ... I loved it.. So for like 50 yrs. I didn't pay much attention to Leslie Gore, and didn't realize that she still performed all those years...till now... Now Im 61 and I still never ever seen anyone who sang like Leslie Gore. And there have been tons of killer woman singers in rock and pop, (and country) over the years.. This girl was just a 16/17 year old teenager back then and she's got total control right out of the box. The FIRST real girl of the ROCK era, along with Ronnie Specter.. Hit after hit in the mid sixties right from the word go.. A real pioneer for woman in Rock, and Rock Music in general.. A True Superstar beyond Superstardom along with The Beatles, The Stones, and Bob Dylan. I never noticed all this when I was a kid (especially with all the great music around in the 60's). But now that I'm older, and watching all her performances from over the years, here on You Tube, it's like WTF....God Bless you Leslie Gore...frankfromthe70's

[@emlmm88]

She is still one of the most beautiful musicians I have ever seen.

[@dwanollah]

God, I adore her voice! What an amazing collection of songs she's recorded. Legendary!

[@VeillonBusinessConsu]

I miss her. Grew up listening and dancing to her music.

[@myboylollipop09]

Nice interview Leslie, My older sister had many of your records and many of the hits of the time and we had so much fun dressing up and playing the hell out of our parents record player. I laugh now when I think how many times my sister dressed me up as one the shirelles or the ronettes and we made up dance routines and sang along. We had so much fun then thanks for being a part of it.

[@rdo1231]

She is pure legend

[@fjbutch]

Had a crush on here when I was 10 back in '64....beautiful woman...

[@AndrewKoala]

Thank you Leslie, you are very generous to give the interview and stay in touch with your fan base. Your fans admire and love you. A wonderful talent and a great human being with a warm personality. Thanks for posting this video - I am very grateful

[@statesideqsod]

This is a great success story. Thanks KZbin for providing this great music after all these years.

[@deborahn.6215]

Never heard any dirt on this girl... she was the BEST !

[@angelalewis6750]

R.I.P. Beautiful lady. will always love your album.

[@opentrunk]

Fantastic. She did 2 of my favorite all time songs that i still love to this day: That's The Way Boys Are, and You Don't Own Me. Thanks Lesley!!

[@MegaJimbob51]

I have been in love with Lesley Gore since I was 13. She is just great. A talented and wonderful artist.

[@Paintpro91952]

I was in love with her when I was young ... still a great talent & I will always be a fan

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Interesting comparison between the music industry now and then. Comes off a very nice, humble person.

[@Mr247star]

Her unapologetic thank you to black or legendary singers...along with Quincy Jones. Her music was worth it! ❤️ 2021 her message about craft is needee

[@millers3888]

I can’t imagine being a young aspirational singer dreaming of having a #1 and having Ella Fitzgerald releasing records at the same time. It must have been a thrilling time.

[@Mandy_011]

She is still performing? I love her music and Im only 21. I would want to take my granpa to see her live.

[@Mandy_011]

RIP Leslie Gore

[@lettenlina1708]

How's the late 20s going?

[@Mandy_011]

@@lettenlina1708 I don’t even remember writing this lol. It sucks because I’m old now 😂 I’m just kidding, it’s not that bad. Thank you for asking.

[@pumpkin-xo5qs]

Yea you're 28 rn 😩

[@SirFaceFone]

Update us when you're in your 30s

[@bradebunch]

Lesley I fell in love you the very first time I heard you sing I was hooked way back in 1965 you were my first love! Kudos forever to you!

[@safeinmyheart1]

You can hear the 'Jersey' in her voice! I know because I'm a Jersey girl, too. Miss you, Leslie. 💜

[@nomiclas]

classy,humble,gifted,honest and a wonderful voice with the ability to entertain.thanks Leslie!

[@robbiem9293]

What a tremendous voice! Singing and speaking.

[@annaritaranalli1791]

Ditto

[@brucepowell9252]

When I was a kid in the 60's we sure loved this lady's songs, and so many of the girls I knew kinda looked like her. Obviously, she's still got it--great talent here!

[@ChuckWroste]

I was doing the DJ thing when Lesley Gore began. Can't say I liked "It's My Party" and "Judy's Turn To Cry". But starting with "She's A Fool" and for many songs after, I really liked her work. Saw her in 1964 perform at a shopping mall in the L.A. area.

[@kpitt1204]

Ms. Gore is soooooo talented. i saw her in Philly and she was an excellent performer. I bought what was her latest cd, and fell in love with it. She just has "IT", and it is still working to this day. In fact, she was very comical that evening!

[@steviethecat]

I absolutely love her. And...she still has that great hair!!!!

[@jrlaven48]

I have not paid attn. to leslie in years. This is a great interview and she is such a huge talent. Thanks for sharing.

[@rickwalter8032]

Yes woman but so incredible absolutely loved her listen to her almost every day live on Leslie

[@elizabethmontgomery4024]

what a lovely down to earth lady she was...no wonder Johnny went back to her..(joking).....love you and your music forever Lesley Gore...thanks for being born when I was alive

[@coyotesong]

Great interview....nice to see she's an honest, down to earth woman who's made the most of her talent. And yep, she looks great for 63!! We should all do that weel!!

[@LoganLavery]

Great interview, I learned a few more details about my idol Lesley.

[@stevemichaels2020]

Check out Lesley's new album, released June 2005, titled Ever Since. Contains an updated version of You Don't Own Me. Also contains her version of Out Here On My Own. One of my favorites on the album is Not The First.

[@bobfree1226]

born in brooklyn, raised in tenafly, nj died in manhattanan, bot im about same age from jersey city,nj what a talent an great woman she was.

[@moonistew]

she was my favorite female singer in the mid 60s & I see in the background, the album "Girl Talk" i had back then and still do.

[@DancingSpiderman]

I know he's not going to read my post, but... Quincy Jones, THANK YOU for discovering Lesley Gore and making her first song be heard on the radio ! Quincy , you're my Hero ! YAYY, Quincy ! and, YAYY, Leslie !! I LVOE your comfortable emotion you put into your songs, both then AND now.

[@Soakinginit]

love her so much .. what a great and real personality, and her records are absolutely immortal ..

[@waynetraube4853]

I remember her very well in the 60s she was a great singer.

[@Mr.Rocklight]

So honest and true ❤

[@russell3380]

I remember her on the Millie Small show, Pic @ 1:23 "My Boy Lollipop".

[@DA90027]

She looks great and I love this interview. Thanks!

[@yogacat10]

she looks FABULOUS! i love leslie because of my older sister, too. grew up with this stuff. i would see her in concert in a heartbeat!

[@PuntaGordaFlower]

One of those singers, who like fine wine, as actually improved w/age. LOVE HER!

[@emilyblenn]

she aged so beautifully

[@stevemichaels2020]

Lesley's new album, Ever Since, released June 2005, is a great album! Nothing like her sixties music. Features new versions of You Don't Own Me, and Out Here On My Own. You can hear clips of the songs at Amazon.

[@bsmith3924]

Thank you for the music and memories Lesley Gore and Quincy Jones. Rest in God's peace.❤

[@imbees2]

Anita O'Day and June Christy are 2 of my favorites. I love all the lady singers from back in the day. And the Arthur Prysocks, the Sam Fletchers, the Billy Eckstine, the Lou Rawls, the Nancy Wilsons, the Sarah Vaughans, the all the people that I've ever heard sing and play such beautiful music. Johhny Mathis is another one I can name so many jazz players and singers.

[@teddyballgame9488]

Good singers,but I don't know if I heard of Sam Fletcher.

[@DominickFontana]

@Joeinps Haha. Without dating myself, I remember Freedomland, too. It was only around for 2 years and went out of business when the World's Fair came in 1964-1965. I saw Tony Bennet there sing I Left My Heart in San Francisco. Freedomland is now Co-Op City. Nice memories, huh.

[@1001Reddy]

Still a fan (fanatic) 50 years down the road.

[@Molb0rg]

nice interview, this woman - she is good, I like it.

[@madeleinehague648]

'Love her honesty. A great talent, and no BS.

[@markdavis1611]

Hi beautiful

[@papaalpops2902]

Such a great interview ~

[@theresa.secret]

Patty Duke and Leslie gore =Twins

[@theresa.secret]

Rest in peace Leslie:(

[@blackerthanblue]

@Davy, I always thought that too, in fact back in the day I would confuse the two of them sometimes.

[@shanedeleon5376]

What fantastic taste in singers she had. No idea she was a jazz buff!

[@57highland]

Lesley, thank God for that convergence of events, with your having a good vocal coach and having Quincy Jones within earshot. Lucky for all of us. If only they still made records with large groups of skilled musicians and professional background singers.

[@bowiemichelle]

WOW!! She looks GREAT! Thanks for posting! :)

[@Bootski55]

Great interview. I enjoyed listening to what Lesley had to say. She looks great too. She always looks the best when she smiles. :))

[@markdavis1611]

Hi beautiful

[@Joeinps]

Fell in love with her years ago , around 1936 at a place called Freedomland in the Bronx . Seeing her tonight at the Palm Springs Follies !

[@CherryFactory888]

Shes awesome!!! I admire her so much!!! :)

[@stevemichaels2020]

@AndrewKoala Yes, Lesley is a very warm, friendly, generous person. After each of her concerts, she comes out to the lobby and meets her fans. She takes the time to talk with them, have photos taken...no matter how many fans are there....she chats with everyone...no matter how tired she may be.

[@shawnfranco1822]

WOW. Golden rules from an entity who knows the industry. PRICELESS ADVICE!

[@stevemichaels2020]

Lesley is now on Facebook. Her page is the one with the black and white photo.

[@benjaminclasper9355]

There’ll never ever be another Lesley gore for me.

[@KevinLetourneau88]

Fantastic post! Thanks for this! :)

[@bettymartinez7027]

RIP sweet Angel. Never forgotten.

[@stevemichaels2020]

@Tunz909 Bear Family Records has a 5-cd box set of all of Lesley's songs recorded for Mercury Records. Now out of print, it does show up on ebay from time to time. It contains her foreign releases (French, German, Italian) as well as the different versions of some songs. Well worth the price if you are a die-hard fan of Lesley's.

[@dxmxo9427]

Rest in eternal love and Peace Lesley

[@badn1ss]

Rest in Peace Lesley