Scott McKenzie
Singer-songwriter with 'San Francisco'
Born
January 10th, 1939
86 years ago
Died
August 18th, 2012
12 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A singer-songwriter and guitarist, this individual rose to prominence in the 1960s with the release of the iconic song 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)'. The song became an anthem of the counterculture movement and was associated with the Summer of Love in 1967. His career included collaborations with notable artists and contributions to folk music, becoming a significant figure in the music scene during that era. This individual continued to perform and record music throughout the following decades, maintaining a presence in the industry until later years.
Released the song 'San Francisco'
Contributed to the folk music genre
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