Lennon called “Angel Baby” one of his all-time favorite songs and recorded his own version in 1973. He said in a 1969 Life Magazine interview that Rosie Hamlin was one of his favorite singers.

“Angel Baby” by National City-based Rosie & the Originals hit #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, remaining on the charts for 12 weeks. Singer Rosie Hamlin wrote the lyrics while a 14-year-old ...