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Anna Harris Goodman is an American songwriter. She is known for writing songs, especially with the famous musician Ben Folds. They were married from 1987 to 1992. Anna helped create several songs for the band Ben Folds Five.

Who is Anna Harris Goodman?

Anna Harris Goodman is a talented songwriter from the United States. She has worked on many songs that became popular. Her work often involves writing lyrics or melodies for other artists.

Songs She Co-Wrote

Anna Harris Goodman helped write some well-known songs for the band Ben Folds Five. These songs appeared on different albums:

  • "Alice Childress" from the album Ben Folds Five
  • "The Last Polka" also from Ben Folds Five
  • "Kate" from the album Whatever and Ever Amen
  • "Smoke" also from Whatever and Ever Amen
  • "Lullabye" from the album The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner

Her Work with Porkchop

Besides her songwriting, Anna was also a long-time member of a band called Porkchop. This band often played at the famous Sin-é Cafe. Porkchop had a unique mix of members, including people who worked on the popular cartoon show Beavis and Butt-head. Other members included talented musicians like J. P. Bowersock, who played guitar for Ryan Adams. The band also featured Dale Burleyson, Phil Maynes from Gaijin a Go-Go, Brad Brown, and Chris LaFrenz.

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