Lesley Gore was an American singer-songwriter prominent in the 1960s pop music scene. She is best known for her hit song "It's My Party," which remains a signature anthem of teenage angst. Gore's music, produced by Quincy Jones, contributed significantly to the sound of the era and served as a bridge between the melodramatic pop of the 1950s and the more socially conscious music of the late 1960s. Her later work, such as "You Don't Own Me," displayed a feminist edge, reflecting shifts in society and music at that time.