“Lee began writing songs with her husband, jazz guitarist David Barbour, after they married in 1943. The marriage may not have lasted, but Peggy would continue to write over the course of her decades-long career. By the end, she had credits on more than 270 songs. In 1999, she was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Back when Lee began writing songs, it was far from the norm for an artist – especially a female. It’s yet another reason why she remains an iconic figure.” [Source: Hannah Zwick, UDiscover Music]
