Lata Mangeshkar's Rare English Performance: A Musical Treat

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Ms. Lata Mangeshkar sang an English song at a concert in Toronto on June 9, 1985, to benefit United Way of Canada. The song is called "You Needed Me" and was originally recorded by Canada's own Grammy award-winning singer Anne Murray. On Anne Murray's special request Lata ji sang this song in the show.
Ms. Lata Mangeshkar singing an English song at a concert in Toronto on June 9, 1985, to benefit United Way of Canada. The song is called "You Needed Me" and was originally recorded by Canada's own Grammy award-winning singer Anne Murray. On Anne Murray's special request Lata ji sang this song in the show.

Here is the Background: The song "You Needed Me" was originally sung by Canadian singer Anne Murray in 1971 and became a major hit. Lata Mangeshkar rarely sang songs in English, so her performance of "You Needed Me" was a rare and special event. The 1985 concert was reportedly a benefit event for children suffering from serious illnesses. The performance also served as a bridge between Indian and Western music culture. The performance of "You Needed Me" is not widely available online. However, we will be presenting an exclusive recording just our audiences ... Don't miss!!!