Jeannie C. Riley celebrates 70th birthday
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
Today's Morning Edition music is from "The Girl Most Likely" by Jeannie C. Riley, who turns 70 years old Monday.
It was her second single that made it to No. 1 on the Billboard country chart. She later had some success as a gospel singer, too.
It tells the story of a mother whose parenting style is questioned in a note that her daughter brings home from school.
Support Local News
When breaking news happens, MPR News provides the context you need. Help us meet the significant demands of these newsgathering efforts.