Match the Musical Maidens of the 1960s Quiz

Answer: "There but for Fortune"

Joan Baez, who was born in New York in 1941, is the daughter of a Mexican father and a Scottish mother. She began her singing career by performing at folk festivals, accompanying herself with a ukulele and then later with a guitar. She often interprets, rearranges, and covers other people's songs; "There but for Fortune", which portrays people down on their luck, was written by Phil Ochs.

Answer: "Downtown"

When Petula Clark released the single "Downtown", it soon became an international hit. British songwriter Tony Hatch was inspired to write the catchy tune while visiting New York City. Clark was born in Surrey and took to the airwaves early by performing on British radio series before she was even 12 years old. She was talented enough to release her songs in English, French, Spanish, and German. "Downtown" was awarded the Grammy for Best Rock and Roll Song in 1965.

Answer: "Son of a Preacher Man"

"Son of a Preacher Man" was on Dusty Springfield's 1969 album "Dusty in Memphis." Dusty was born Mary Isobel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien in London, but moved to Memphis to develop her career in soul. Dusty was inducted in several Halls of Fame and in 1999 was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE).

Answer: "Something's Got a Hold on Me"

Etta James released "Something's Got a Hold on Me" in 1962 on her self-titled album. Etta was born in Los Angeles and had an unstable childhood. She had troubles throughout her life but her musical talent shone through. She earned many awards, including 18 Grammy nominations and six Grammy Awards.

Answer: "Sinnerman"

"Sinnerman" is a traditional folk song that Nine Simone made famous with her powerful rendition from 1965. Simone was born in North Carolina and took up the piano before she even started kindergarten. She later moved to New York and as her career developed, so did her involvement in the civil rights movement. She was associated with Malcolm X as well as Langston Hughes.

Answer: "Piece of My Heart"

Janis Joplin was a tiny woman with a huge voice, which was portrayed in her powerful version of "Piece of My Heart." She recorded the song with her first band, Big Brother and the Holding Company, and it was a big hit. She was already getting attention from her appearance at the Monterey Pops Festival the year before.

She lost her battle with drugs and alcohol, unfortunately, in 1970 at just 27 years old.

Answer: "Both Sides, Now"

Joni Mitchell wrote and released "Both Sides, Now" in 1969. Joni was born in Alberta to a teacher mother and flight instructor father. She took to music early, and performed in clubs in Toronto before moving to the U.S. and becoming one of the most important singer-songwriters of her generation.

She wrote "Both Sides, Now" which was first released by singer Judy Collins; Joni herself released it in 1969 on her album "Clouds". One of the song's themes is the wisdom that comes with time, including the ability to see problems from a variety of angles.

Answer: "Where Did Our Love Go"

Few singers have reached the popular and music-chart heights as Diana Ross. Born in Detroit, she considered studying fashion before joining her voice to a local girl's singing group that eventually took the name The Supremes. Released by Motown in 1964, "Where Did Our Love Go" was the group's first number one single.

It was followed by four more songs that went to number one, including "Baby Love", "Come See About Me", "Stop! In the Name of Love", and "Back in My Arms Again".

Answer: "Crazy"

Patsy Cline left a big legacy after a short life. She had a honky-tonk sound that appealed to more than just country music fans. Willie Nelson wrote "Crazy", which Patsy released on her 1961 album "Showcase". It was one of Patsy's most popular songs. Patsy died in an airplane crash at the age of 30.

Answer: "Respect"

Few songs are as popular as Aretha Franklin's version of "Respect." It was written by Otis Redding, who also released it, but it's Aretha's version that has the iconic line:

"R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Find out what it means to me
R-E-S-P-E-C-T"

U.S. President Barack Obama praised Ms. Franklin's amazing career, indicating that "American history wells up when Aretha sings" (2015).