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Songwriter Tom Kelly Reflects on Hits After Co-Writer Billy Steinberg's Death
Following the death of his co-writer Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly revisited their five Hot 100 No. 1 hits, including Madonna's 'Like a Virgin,' and shared insights into their songwriting process.
17 Feb, 05:45 — 17 Feb, 08:06
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nme4d ago
‘Like a Virgin’, ‘True Colors’ and ‘Eternal Flame’ songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 74
Alongside his songwriting partner, Tom Kelly, Steinberg wrote some of the most recognisable hits of the 80s and 90s, including , 'So Emotional' by Whitney Houston, 'I'll Stand by You' by the Pretenders The post ‘Like a Virgin’, ‘True Colors’ and ‘Eternal Flame’ songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 74 appeared first on NME.
By Laura Molloy
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After Billy Steinberg’s Death, Co-Writer Tom Kelly Visits Their Five Hot 100 No. 1s Including Madonna’s ‘Like a Virgin’: ‘Nobody Wanted to Touch It’
Kelly and Steinberg, who died Feb. 16, also penned hits for Cyndi Lauper, Whitney Houston, The Bangles and many more.
By Melinda Newman
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