"Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)" by Melanie Safka.

OK, girls and boys, more 70s: As an "obscure amateur", this singer/songwriter had difficulties getting through backstage security before performing at Woodstock. As soon as she took the stage, a torrential rain fell upon the audience - despite that, she was warmly received. Shortly after that she wrote her first major hit (#6 Billboard; #3 Cashbox) based upon the emotions she felt facing such a multitude in a once-in-a-lifetime event. Backed by the Edwin Hawkins Singers ("Oh Happy Day"), it captures and is a homage to the spirituality and magic of the moment. Artist? Song?

Answer: "Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)" by Melanie Safka.  Still grieving her death a few days ago.  When the rain finally abated the audience lit "a sea of candles", inspiring her to pen this classic. I never get tired of listening to the way she belts it out.

http://www.youtube....com/watch?v=aZUdzr9e2GQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=530Hqoamf3Q

For bonus points - what song were they playing on the radio the night Spanish Eddie cashed it in?



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