Lori Lieberman

Lori Lieberman is a renowned American singer-songwriter born in 1951. She is a skilled musician who accompanies herself on guitar and piano, showcasing her versatility in the music field. With a career spanning multiple decades, Lieberman has made significant contributions to the industry through her unique voice and songwriting abilities.

One of Lieberman's most notable achievements is co-writing the iconic song "Killing Me Softly". She recorded the first version of the song, which later became a huge success for Roberta Flack in 1973 and again for the Fugees in 1996. Although Lieberman's writing partners, Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel, did not initially assign her credit for her work on the song, her role in its creation is now recognized. Despite missing out on substantial royalties due to the lack of credit, Lieberman's legacy as a talented singer-songwriter remains unchanged.