Judy Garland

USA, 1929–1969

American singer and actress (1922-1969), on the vaudeville stage from childhood. 'Over the Rainbow' and her later concert performances made her delivery, direct and unguarded, one of the most imitated in popular song.

MusicRoots documents 0 artists who influenced Judy Garland and 2 artists Judy Garland influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Which artists did Judy Garland influence?

• Liza Minnelli — Minnelli grew up inside her mother's world and inherited the trembling, all-in emotional delivery that made Judy Garland's singing famous.
• Cyndi Lauper — Judy Garland was among the singers Lauper grew up on, feeding the theatrical, emotionally exposed side of her voice.