She was the voice of a generation—America's sweetheart with a heartbreaking soprano that defined the late '50s and early '60s. In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary life of Connie Francis, the first female pop star to top the Billboard charts, whose emotional ballads and bilingual charm broke barriers across the globe. From her meteoric rise with “Who’s Sorry Now” to the deep personal tragedies that nearly silenced her career, we explore the resilience behind the icon.

But Connie’s story doesn’t end in the past. Thanks to TikTok, her soulful hit “Pretty Little Baby” is enjoying a viral resurgence, soundtracking modern moments of longing and nostalgia.

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