Karla Bonoff facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Karla Bonoff
Karla Bonoff in 2010, after a show at Knuckleheads Saloon in Kansas City, MO
Background information
Birth name	Karla Bonoff
Born	(1951-12-27) December 27, 1951 (age 73)
Origin	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Genres	Folk rock, soft rock, pop rock
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter, musician
Instruments	Vocals, piano, guitar
Associated acts	Bryndle, Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt

Karla Bonoff (born December 27, 1951) is an American singer and songwriter. She is well-known for writing many popular songs that other famous artists have sung. Some of her songs include "Home," which Bonnie Raitt recorded, and "Tell Me Why" sung by Wynonna Judd.

The famous singer Linda Ronstadt recorded several of Karla Bonoff's songs. For example, on her 1976 album Hasten Down the Wind, Linda Ronstadt sang "Someone To Lay Down Beside Me," "Lose Again," and "If He's Ever Near." Later, in 1989, Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville sang Bonoff's song "All My Life" as a duet.

Karla Bonoff's Life and Music Career

Karla Bonoff was born to Chester and Shirley Bonoff. She was named after her grandfather, Karl Bonoff. Her family has roots from different countries like Russia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany.

Early Music Journey

When Karla Bonoff first started her music career, she sang background vocals for other artists. These included Linda Ronstadt and Wendy Waldman. In 1977, she released her very first album, which was simply called Karla Bonoff.

Popular Songs and Albums

Over the years, Karla Bonoff released several other albums. These include Restless Nights (1979), Wild Heart of the Young (1982), and New World (1988). In 1999, she released All My Life, which was a collection of her greatest hits.

While she is famous for writing songs, Karla Bonoff also had a hit song of her own. Her recording of "Personally" became very popular in 1982. It reached No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also climbed to No. 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart.

Karla Bonoff's songs have also been featured in movies. She recorded "Somebody's Eyes" for the Footloose (1984) movie soundtrack. She also sang "Standing Right Next To Me" for the 8 Seconds (1994) movie soundtrack. Her version of the Christmas carol "The First Noel" is often played on the radio during the holiday season.

Live Performances and Collaborations

In 2007, Karla Bonoff released her first live album. This album featured songs she performed in 2004 in Santa Barbara, California. She was joined by her touring band, which included Kenny Edwards and Nina Gerber on guitar. Scott Babcock played drums and sang vocals.

Karla Bonoff was also part of a music group called Bryndle. This group included Wendy Waldman, Kenny Edwards, and Andrew Gold. Bryndle first formed in the late 1960s. However, they did not release any albums until many years later. They released two studio albums and one live album between 1995 and 2002. Karla Bonoff also appeared on the 'Sapphire' album by Keiko Matsui. Today, she continues to tour and perform in the United States and Japan.

Karla Bonoff's Music: A Discography

Studio Albums

Bonoff performing in 2010

• Karla Bonoff (1977)
• Restless Nights (1979)
• Wild Heart of the Young (1982)
• New World (1988)
• Carry Me Home (acoustic versions) (2018)
• Silent Night (2020)

With Bryndle

• Bryndle (1995)
• House of Silence (2002)

Live Albums

• Live (2007)

Compilation Albums

• Premium Best (1988) (Japan Only)
• The Best of Karla Bonoff (1992) (Japan Only)
• All My Life: The Best of Karla Bonoff (1999)

Singles (Popular Songs)

See also

In Spanish: Karla Bonoff para niños