LAURA NYRO timer - YouTube - A Laura Nyro Tribute

Laura Nyro (1947-1997) Lyrically and melodically complex,this song is possibly a love song to her son."Walking with the master of time,my lady woke up,and she broke down.I belong to timer,he changed my face.You've got me walking through the gates of space.If you love me through and you love me too,I'll spend my life with you.Walking to my cradle with my hands open...""Walking from uptown to down" refers to her beloved Bronx,which is uptown.

LAURA NYRO once it was alright now - YouTube - A Laura Nyro Tribute

Laura Nyro (1947-1997) This is one of the most complex of Laura's songs,having several sections.It shows her brilliance at work.

LAURA NYRO emmie - YouTube - A Laura Nyro tribute

Laura Nyro (pronounced NEAR-oh) (1947-1997) (Note:I corrected her birth year) The mother of a son,Laura died at age 49 of complications from ovarian cancer.According to her son,this song is a tribute to her beloved Aunt Emmie.According to fans who met her,she was a very warm person.

LAURA NYRO stoned soul picnic - YouTube - Rated PG for alcohol references - A Laura Nyro Tribute

Laura Nyro (pronounced NEAR-oh) (1949-1994) is widely considered one of the most influential singer songwiters of the 20th century.She died at age 49 from complications of ovarian cancer.Born in the Bronx,New York City,she later relocated to rural Connecticut.A shy person,she was uncomfortable in the limelight.She incorporated gospel music and jazz in her work.She was the mother of a son.Laura was of Polish Jewish,Russian Jewish and Italian American descent.Such a unique person!