{"id":590987,"date":"2026-05-18T18:02:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/590987\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T18:02:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:02:15","slug":"the-1980-song-stevie-nicks-wishes-was-written-about-her","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/590987\/","title":{"rendered":"The 1980 song Stevie Nicks wishes was written about her"},"content":{"rendered":"

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An early exposure to rock, folk, and doo-wop formed the basis of what we would all come to know and love about Stevie Nicks<\/a>. Growing up in a household where music was appreciated meant that her musical tendencies were very much nurtured from a young age. <\/p>\n

Given her impressive list of accolades and her iconic status in the world of rock music, Nicks\u2019 insights into her influences hold a special significance. Delving into the artists and experiences that have shaped her musical journey promises a compelling exploration, providing insight into how she came to be one of rock music\u2019s most cherished figures.<\/p>\n

Throughout her life, Nicks has been particularly drawn to the work of folk-rocker Jackson Browne, most notably his songwriting prowess and ability to compose resonating melodies. His song \u2018That Girl Could Sing\u2019, in particular, left a lasting impression on the musical icon, so much so that she wishes she had been its subject of inspiration.<\/p>\n

\u201c\u2018That Girl Could Sing\u2019, one of my favourite songs because I always wanted to think that, even though I didn\u2019t know Jackson Browne at that point, that he wrote that about me because, \u2018Oh, I\u2019m such a cool presence\u2019,\u201d she said. \u201cAnd when you take, \u2018She was a friend to me when I needed one\u2019, you remember those sentences and even the melody of those sentences.\u201d<\/p>\n

Nicks has also expressed her love for Browne\u2019s song \u2018Somebody\u2019s Baby\u2019 in the past, which was penned by Browne and Danny Kortchmar for the 1982 film\u00a0Fast Times at Ridgemont High. However, in terms of Browne\u2019s impact as a whole, Nicks says he\u2019s the one who taught her \u201cabout writing love songs\u201d. Lyrically, however, Nicks\u2019 inspirations reach far and wide, including the unmatched talent of singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. In Nicks\u2019 eyes, Mitchell possessed the unique ability to \u201cfit 50 words in a sentence and have them sound glorious without being rushed or crushed in\u201d.<\/p>\n

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Nicks consistently finds inspiration in fellow women trailblazers<\/a>, such as the remarkable Kate Bush, along with her hit \u2018Running Up That Hill\u2019. She said: \u201cThat song I really loved because, what a great writer she is,\u201d Nicks explained: \u201c\u2018Running Up That Hill\u2019 was one of those songs that, when I first heard it, I went, \u2018Oh I wanna record that song someday.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

She added: \u201cAs writers, we do that whenever a song comes on the radio that we love, we say, \u2018Oh, I wanna record it and reinterpret it.\u2019 Every once in a while, we do it, but you finally smarten up and go, \u2018I can\u2019t really do that song better than Kate Bush did, so I\u2019m not gonna do it.\u2019 Because if you can\u2019t outdo her, then don\u2019t bother\u201d.<\/p>\n

Further reading: From The Vault<\/p>\n

Nicks\u2019 admiration for artists like Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell and Kate Bush reveals just how deeply she values songwriting above all else. While her own image eventually became iconic, from the shawls and platform boots to the mystical stage presence, the foundation of her artistry was always rooted in words and emotion. <\/p>\n

Whether she was captivated by Browne\u2019s melodic sincerity or Mitchell\u2019s lyrical complexity, Nicks consistently gravitated towards writers who could transform deeply personal experiences into something universal.<\/p>\n

That respect for great songwriting also explains why Nicks has remained such a singular figure in rock music for decades. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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