Carole King

With a career spanning over six decades, Carole King has cemented her place as a legendary figure in music. King's 1971 album "Tapestry" is widely regarded as a masterpiece, earning multiple Grammy Awards and becoming one of the best-selling albums of all time.

In addition to her own solo career, she's written hit songs for other artists like Aretha Franklin and The Shirelles. A pioneer of the singer-songwriter genre, King's music continues to inspire and influence generations of musicians.