Lonely Girl by Rose Nelson

Detroit in the late 1940s was a city alive with music. The post-war boom was in full swing, and the city's thriving industrial base provided steady jobs and economic opportunities. But it wasn't just the city's factories humming – Detroit's music scene was also in full swing.

One of the standout moments from this time was the recording of "Lonely Girl" by Rose Nelson, a beautiful song written by Barbee Elmer and Emkay ("M" orris "Ka" plan). Morris recorded "Lonely Girl" in 1949 on his Danceland Records label.

Rose Nelson was a talented singer who had performed in Detroit for several years. Her rich, soulful voice was well-known in the local music scene, and she had built up a following of loyal fans. Morris found her on stage performing in a classic dinner nightclub, where he stood in awe as the only white man. She inspired him to purchase the recording device. She was one of the first he recorded.

Rose's rich, soulful voice was well-known in the local music scene, and she had built up a following of loyal fans. The "Lonely Girl" song was a poignant reflection on the experience of loneliness, something many could relate to in the aftermath of World War II. The lyrics were simple but powerful, capturing the sense of isolation many felt in the post-war era. It also served as a powerful reminder of the resilience and creativity of Detroit's residents, who had weathered the challenges of the post-war period with grace and determination.

That was the beginning of it all. Dancelane Records, an exit Morris saw as an opportunity to do something else with his life. He found he had a keen ear for talent and soon was always on the lookout for the next song. Kaplan brought together a group of talented musicians to record "Lonely Girl" with Rose Nelson. The result was a beautiful song rendition that showcased Nelson's incredible vocal range and the musicians' skillful instrumentation.

The recording of "Lonely Girl" quickly became a local hit, and it wasn't long before it caught the attention of music industry insiders outside of Detroit. Today, "Lonely Girl" remains a beloved classic of the era, a testament to the power of music to capture the human experience and bring people together.

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Recorded in Detroit , Michigan 1948 with Candy Johnson on Tenor and Baritone Sax.

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