Ellie Greenwich was an influential American songwriter and record producer, born on October 23, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York. She is best known for her work in the 1960s, where she co-wrote numerous hit songs, including “Be My Baby” and “Leader of the Pack”. Her collaborations with other songwriters, particularly Jeff Barry, helped shape the sound of the era. Greenwich's contributions to music extended beyond songwriting; she also performed and produced records. Her work has been recognized with inductions into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She passed away on August 26, 2023, leaving a lasting legacy in popular music.