Dusty Springfield

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/dusty-springfield

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1. When was Dusty Springfield born?April 16, 1939
2. Where was Dusty Springfield born?West Hampstead, London, England
3. Who was Dusty Springfield?Dusty Springfield was a famous British singer known for her bright voice and stylish look.
4. What was her first big hit as a solo singer?Her first big solo hit was "I Only Want to Be with You," which reached number 4 on the UK charts.

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