By the mid-1960s Burt Bacharach was commuting between London and New York producing songs. In 1965 he had a hit with What the World Needs Now Is Love. Who sang the original?
- Dusty Springfield
- Kim Novak
- Jackie DeShannon
- Dionne Warwick
Answer
The correct answer is C) Jackie DeShannon.
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- In 1967 Burt Bacharach and Hal David wrote the hit The Look of Love that was featured in the movie Casino Royale with Woody Allen and Peter Sellers. Who performed the song in the movie?
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- In 1970 Burt Bacharach and Hal David had a big hit with One Less Bell to Answer. The title was suggested by Burts wife at that time. Who was this blonde beauty?
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