I Only Wanna Be With You

Mary Isabel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien OBE (April 16, 1939 – March 2, 1999), professionally known as Dusty Springfield, was an English singer. Of the female artists of the British invasion, Dusty Springfield made the biggest impression on the U.S. market.

A fan of American soul music, Dusty Springfield created a distinctive white soul sound. This earned her the nicknames "White Negress" and "White Queen of Soul". Her oddly erotic husky voice communicated a sense of longing that demanded the listener's attention. Dusty Springfield used to sing around her material, rather than taking possession of her songs. Her singing had depth, while presenting direct and simple statements about love. Dusty Springfield's joyful, dashing image was supported by peroxided blonde beehive hairstyle, heavy use of eyeliner and luscious evening gowns.