The trailblazing Peggy lee

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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Peggy Lee (1920-2002), known for such hits as "Fever" and "Is That All There Is," demonstrated an alluring command over an audience with her sultry voice and precise stagecraft. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with biographer Peter Richmond and with Lee's granddaughter, Holly Foster-Wells, about the singer's artistry, and her rise from a painful childhood in North Dakota, to becoming a leading writer and vocalist of jazz, pop and torch songs. (This story was originally broadcast on February 6, 2022.)
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@jimmybuffet4970 Жыл бұрын

Her granddaughter looks almost EXACTLY like her!

@cate1657 Жыл бұрын

So, question: how does someone look "almost" exactly like....one either does or doesn't look exactly like....

@wanderinggeri8477 Жыл бұрын

To have a wonderful granddaughter that loves and speaks so beautifully about you when you”re gone …that has to mean more to Peggy Lee than any of her accomplishments when alive.

@Jasonstreamline Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee was one of the absolute best vocalists ever.

@ancal7573 Жыл бұрын

I have to agree with this statement

@D__Lee Жыл бұрын

“Cool, but never cold” is the best description of Peggy Lee.

@VNExperience Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee was the gateway to great music for me. When I was 12, I only listened to pop music - then happened to hear my friend's dad listening to Fever. I was hooked right away. The next day I went through all Peggy Lee records in his collection and then discovered other great jazz artists. I was soon enthralled by bluegrass, folk, blues, rock'n'roll and Algerian rai. My sincerest thanks to the heavenly Peggy Lee for my discovery of the multitude of music that exists as well as setting off my own journey into playing instruments.

@thisis.michelletorres444 Жыл бұрын

I love Mo's reporting, he's such an emersed interviewer, that genuine curiosity, awe and respect he has going in creates great work!

@rebeccaroseland7931 Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee’s granddaughter favors her

@craigathonian Жыл бұрын

i remember when i was first introduced to Peggy Lee. It was 1982 and i was a college student in Manhattan who was a punk rocker lover, but when a PL fan named Nelson turned me on to her, i was mesmerized by her voice and have been a fan ever since. The epitome of being an elegant lady, that's Peggy Lee ❣

@MsLindarae Жыл бұрын

I saw her live in NYC in 1971. That song “is that all there is” was so powerful.

@nspector Жыл бұрын

Oh my God, it must have been. Wow.

@goinxnginx Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee was even more versatile than illustrated....She could really belt when it was called for in live performances and in a few recorded songs. She had so much vocal power that she rarely used, but it was there when required. Peggy Lee was absolutely amazing.

@NellieKAdaba Жыл бұрын

👍🏿

@sonofroderick4255 3 ай бұрын

She was performing with the big bands in the 1940's. I'm 61 and she was gorgeous and i loved to see her when she would perform on TV in the 60's 70's

@aquajuwel7098 Жыл бұрын

I’m Norwegian and is related to her, her mother was Norwegian American and her father Swedish American. I think she got the music gene from her mother, many relatives here is very musical. She must have been a strong character getting out of that abusive childhood. Her talent was a blessing.

@temureviewer33 4 ай бұрын

Her voice never changed she always had that buttery smooth tone to it I've been a fan since I was little. I wanted to be like her

@user-fm5nf6um7u 3 ай бұрын

Her talent is proven to be stronger as time goes by.

@stevekonbass Жыл бұрын

Fever, a simple but genius bass line.

@larrysouthern5098 Жыл бұрын

She was an ICON of American music 🎵 Billie Holiday and Peggy Lee were eerily close in their delivery...

@williamhoffman7009 Жыл бұрын

I never thought of that - but how right you are,.

@direfranchement Жыл бұрын

Vocally Billie and Peggy have very little in common other than that both of them had rather small voices and didn't scat. Billie was all feeling and warmth. Peggy was cool. Their approach to lyric and rhythm are completely different. No one links Peggy Lee and Billie Holiday.

@thomasopdahl1873 Жыл бұрын

@@direfranchement William Hoffman does. And that is ok. You don't have to.

@ria1636 Жыл бұрын

@@direfranchement Rather small voices is not how I would describe Billie Holliday or Peggy Lee!

@TheLillianYoung 23 күн бұрын

I noticed that too. I’ve honestly not heard of Peggy Lee until now although I’ve heard her popular songs in pop culture. Watching this, I was reminded of Billie Holiday.

@jeffbassin630 Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee was and is a brilliant singer and songwriter!

@steveflor9942 Жыл бұрын

I love all "versions" of Peggy Lee. Recognition richly deserved. An excellent tribute.

@NellieKAdaba Жыл бұрын

Me too

@rubyredd6366 Жыл бұрын

Love her! 💃 What a beautiful resilient talent woman with incredible grace and style! One of the greats then and now; her music will live on til the end of time! Her granddaughter resembles her! What a lovely snip it of her life! Rest In Your Glory Ms. Peggy Lee! 💜

@johnnystir9796 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love Mo Rocca's reports.

@maryannkochanski5777 Жыл бұрын

I’m old enough to Remember Peggy Lee. She has a velvet voice! And very cool person!

@d2d2d28 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Heard of her, knew the song “Fever” but never really knew anything about her. Thank you for this story of a woman whose songs we should all know.

@Seabasstien Жыл бұрын

Love that Folks who Live on the Hill is her favorite song. Her version is mesmerizing.

@mikeletaurus4728 Жыл бұрын

Miss Lee's voice can move me to tears of rapture. She made life more worth living, despite and amidst the hardship and heartache each one of us experience. You have our thanks and gratitude, Miss Lee.

@horseygurl143 Жыл бұрын

When I was a young teenager, I remember my parents getting all gussied up one Saturday night in Kansas City to go to a Peggy Lee concert at some fancy club. I wanted to go, because I loved "Is That All There Is?" and "Fever," but my parents told me I was too young! They had a blast and I have always LOVED Peggy Lee!!! Loved seeing this!!!

@margo3367 Жыл бұрын

They should have taken you.

@horseygurl143 Жыл бұрын

@@margo3367 Thanks! I agree!

@NJ-Cathie Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee has impeccable timing.

@ashleygreen6277 3 ай бұрын

In my opinion, what made Peggy Lee such a great singer was that she was a great artist. She brought the mindset of an artist to her singing. Not just any artist, but a great and innovative artist who could be bold and subtle at the same time.

@MLStanleyK Жыл бұрын

There's nobody today on the level as was PEGGY LEE!!! I remember when I was a kid hearing "Fever" & "Is That All There Is?" So cool....so Hip......so Smooth.....such Heart!!! Thanks to her lovely Grandaughter for this and.....THANK YOU PEGGY LEE!

@jerrijobarkerlove3613 Жыл бұрын

I've watched this before but def worth a re-watch.

@janelightning73 Жыл бұрын

Peggy is immortalized in her mysterious, smoky music.

@la7079 Жыл бұрын

"She had the philosphy Less is More" what a wise woman!!

@Nighthawk-8050 Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee . This lady was the ultimate cool back in the day

@1600raymond Жыл бұрын

This is just so amazing I just got finished watching the story and I think she has such a beautiful unique voice.

@corinnenorton8781 Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee's sister Della and her husband were my neighbors in California!! They were very nice people. My mom and Dad and us kids would spend a many days and nights around the pool. Great memories ❤

@libbycampbell2557 Жыл бұрын

Boy her granddaughter sure looks like her! Wow! Such beauties!

@greeneyedwarlock882 Жыл бұрын

PEGGY WAS AND FOREVER WILL BE A STAND ALONE JAZZ, BALLAD AND POP GODDESS‼️. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@1006kathleen Жыл бұрын

MS Peggy Lee was my favorite singer growing up , such a smooth beautiful voice and she knew how to use it .Priceless & class 💖

@edithlazenby5839 Жыл бұрын

Love her and her music..thank u!!❤️🎶🎶🎶

@francanino6865 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful story from Mrs. Peggy Lee, whom I always admired even in my 50's now.... Her voice is so unique and relaxing to listen to. And documentary today by Mr. Mo Rocca, what is NOT to like?? Thanks! "What a dog!" lol

@RaymondHng Жыл бұрын

*Miss* Peggy Lee.

@gailwebb9619 Жыл бұрын

She was fabulous.

@vintagevinylvets1187 Жыл бұрын

Love Mo Rocca, always does an amazing job with anything he does. He and Anthony Mason are our go to guys, no one out there can do what these two gentlemen can. Not even close. #justsayin🎧

@cynthiacopland8634 Жыл бұрын

Is this a rerun? I’m having Deja Vu! Fantastic tribute to a beautiful legend 🥰

@thomasopdahl1873 Жыл бұрын

yes

@naturesfriend812 Жыл бұрын

Swept away always by Peggy Lee's songs. Frying pan smacking the head of a child by adult...my mom's story by a step parent.

@cadicorniche Жыл бұрын

The sexiest singer who ever lived. Period. Full stop.

@buffalochic1974 Жыл бұрын

Love, love, love Peggy Lee.

@sharonmickey4566 Жыл бұрын

My dads favorite female singer... RIP dad... I love you.

@lorilori3 Жыл бұрын

Great story about a true music legend!

@angelinalozada189 Жыл бұрын

Always loved Peggy Lee's Music. Thank You.

@AidanCasserlyHome Жыл бұрын

Amazing review. Absolutely loved seeing her early life and her development. Astonishing Peggy

@graveyg Жыл бұрын

Excellent report. Mo Rocca and the professionals behind the camera should get Emmys for this one. Really well done.

@kattiethomas4687 Жыл бұрын

Love this woman's singing all my early childhood .🤩

@janyceparks8326 Жыл бұрын

I loved her music.

@d.virgallito3490 Жыл бұрын

I never had anyone who wanted to grow old with me, but I have had numerous angels by my side, all women!

@wanderinggeri8477 Жыл бұрын

Did you not have anyone that wanted that or did you not want that with those that did?

@vbplayer50 Жыл бұрын

Legend...........that's the word for Peggy Lee. She was brilliant!

@APG-fu6gk Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee was the ultimate DOLL!

@StatsJedi Жыл бұрын

I know I saw this exact same segment before. Thank you for re-releasing it.

@cynthiacopland8634 Жыл бұрын

Me, too! Is this a rerun? I know I’ve seen this before on Sunday Morning.

@cleatusbarncoat8642 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful segment, thank you. I will certainly track-down that book. I want to know more, especially how she escaped her small, childhood hometown.

@ahcdiva1 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations to Mo Rocca and Holly Foster Wells-this is one of the best features on the great Peggy Lee anywhere. And it is also one of my favorite segments you've ever done, out of the countless portraits on artists I've seen on CBS Sunday Morning. Bravo to you two and to one of the finest, most uplifting shows in America.

@steveconn Жыл бұрын

Sang at mom's HS graduation!

@horseygurl143 Жыл бұрын

Cool memory!

@anastasiabeaverhausen8220 Жыл бұрын

OK, where's the biopic? Long overdue.

@alexwells9948 Жыл бұрын

That was Grammy winning singer songwriter who made music hits with Fever and Is That All There Is and her image is part of our Sunday Best our weekly rebroadcast of memorable Sunday Morning segments which will lead to our 45th anniversary in January 2024

@alexwells9948 Жыл бұрын

Mo Rocca has a Sunday Profile of a singer who shows no signs of slowing down

@lynnyhen Жыл бұрын

Holly Foster-Wells is as beautiful as her grandmother.

@mollieanne 10 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh, she looks just like her grandma, gorgeous.

@birdsfan57 Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee and "Old Cape Cod"...two of my, and my late mother's " favorites"...when one needed REAL talent to be annointed A SUPERSTAR...

@akrenwinkle Жыл бұрын

That was Patti Page.

@birdsfan57 Жыл бұрын

@@akrenwinkle Yes, it was...so sorry for the mix up...

@akrenwinkle Жыл бұрын

Understandable. Both blonds, kind of dreamy style.

@Papin47 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant indeed!

@AtlantaGymFan Жыл бұрын

I loved her voice … silky and perfect

@Greenygal3 Жыл бұрын

So happy to watch this!!

@thekaerichtexas Жыл бұрын

Wow. Heardb9f her name but never took the time to research her other delvebinto the history. She had an amazing voice, very chill and soulful

@fullplate100 Жыл бұрын

The original tempo to "Fever" is MUCH brighter than I would've ever thought.

@nomiharper Жыл бұрын

Fascinating life and woman!

@RaymondHng Жыл бұрын

Lee was born Norma Deloris Egstrom on May 26, 1920, the seventh of the eight children of Selma Emele (née Anderson) Egstrom and Marvin Olaf Egstrom. Her father was Swedish-American and her mother was Norwegian-American.

@nursemedic17 Жыл бұрын

OMG thank you! I know Fever, but saw/heard it sang by other people. Thank you for posting. I'm going to do more research on Miss Peggy Lee....this is a GOOD thing. :)

@andyroo9381 Жыл бұрын

She is mesmerizing.

@acme.videos Жыл бұрын

Peggy Lee is so deserving of this bio feature story, she was the original Diva! 😌

@earthart2010 Жыл бұрын

She is sublime

@cbryde1234 Жыл бұрын

So lovely and what a voice!

@williamhoffman7009 Жыл бұрын

One of the all tine greats.

@anaabendroth3460 Жыл бұрын

The absolute epitome of CLASS and TALENT.

@grokeffer6226 Жыл бұрын

My two favorite songs from Peggy Lee are Why Don't You Do Right? and Bali Ha"i. She's one of my favorite singers.

@The-Portland-Daily-Blink Жыл бұрын

I've always adored Peggy Lee. She has been an inspiration to me since I was a teenager...

@Mrfairchap 11 ай бұрын

If I could have just one wish for a female vocalist to come back from beyond the grave to entertain us again, it would be Peggy Lee.

@linda1541 Жыл бұрын

This is the second time in a few days that I heard of a famous person who had a step parent beat them. So sad.

@ianbarrows6207 Жыл бұрын

Excellent interview. Thank you for sharing.

@devanshepard9118 Жыл бұрын

im 25 year old black guy and I freaking love this womans music omg

@XX-gy7ue Жыл бұрын

MISS PEGGY LEE - SO GREAT !

@fuzzylon Жыл бұрын

I found this very, very interesting. I barely knew the name Peggy Lee until a few years ago and the more I hear her music the more I like. This documentary explains some of the background that makes key songs like Is That All There Is and The Folks Who Live on The Hill so much more meaningful. Yes, I find Is That All There Is life affirming and knowing the background to The Folks Who Live on The Hill - that sounds so beautiful - easier to listen to when I see parallels between Miss Lee's life and my own.