Martha Davis is a renowned American rock and new wave singer-songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the band The Motels. Her distinctive voice, marked by a unique mix of raw emotion and cool detachment, became a defining element of the band's sound, especially notable in hits like "Only the Lonely" and "Suddenly Last Summer". Davis's music, often characterized by melancholic lyrics and minimalist arrangements, significantly contributed to the new wave genre of the early 1980s. Her influence continues to be felt in contemporary pop and rock music.