Rockin’ Thursday XLIII

For today’s Rockin’ Thursday, I’m featuring “You’re No Good” performed by Linda Ronstadt. The song, written by Clint Ballard Jr., was first performed by Dee Dee Warwick for Jubilee Records in 1963. It has since been covered by many artists, including charting versions by Betty Everett in 1963, The Swinging Blue Jeans in 1964, and Linda Ronstadt in 1974. Ronstadt’s version became a number-one hit in the United States in 1975.1

Linda Maria Ronstadt is an American singer who has performed and recorded in diverse genres, including rock, country, light opera, the Great American Songbook, and Latin music. She was born in Tucson, Arizona, and her father was of Mexican descent.2 She sings beautifully in Spanish, showcasing her cultural heritage.

I’m including one of her songs from her album Canciones de mi Padre (Songs of My Father) so you can experience the extraordinary singing abilities of this remarkable artist.

I hope you enjoy both videos and have a wonderful Rockin’ Thursday!

Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good (Live)
Linda Ronstadt – La Cigarra, Canciones De Mi Padre Concert with Mariachi Vargas

You can access the lyrics here.

You can access La Cigarra lyrics here.

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You%27re_No_Good ↩︎
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linda_Ronstadt ↩︎

33 thoughts on “Rockin’ Thursday XLIII”

  8. Linda Ronstadt is such a legend. I remember having a huge crush on her growing up, she is not only beautiful but such an amazing singer with a voice that could move you. Her versatility across so many genres was truly something special. When she started singing in Spanish, it felt like a personal treat for us Hispanics, it was so heartwarming to hear her embrace and showcase our culture so beautifully. She really is a beautiful soul and an extraordinary talent. I love that you’re celebrating her today on Rockin’ Thursday.

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  9. Thank you for this beautifully curated post celebrating the incredible talent of Linda Ronstadt! You’ve done a fantastic job highlighting her versatility and the cultural richness she brings to her music. Her performances of ‘You’re No Good’ and ‘La Cigarra’ truly showcase her extraordinary range and ability to connect with diverse audiences. Your passion for music shines through in your writing, making it such a joy to read. Keep sharing these musical treasures with us—your posts are always an inspiration!

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    1. Right? She has an amazing voice, and not many singers can hit the range on that particular Spanish song like she did. It’s just spectacular. Her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Kennedy Center Honors ceremonies were very moving. Thank you, Liz, and I’m glad that enjoyed the music.

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