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Janie Bradford
1939–2026
United States
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Biography
Janie Bradford Hobbs (née Bradford; June 2, 1939 – August 21, 2026) was an American songwriter, most known for her tenure with Motown. With Berry Gordy, she co-wrote "Money (That's What I Want)", originally recorded by Barrett Strong, and then by The Beatles on their second album With The Beatles. "Money" is also on The Rolling Stones' first UK EP (January 17, 1964).
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