# Franne Golde

Francine Vicki Golde is an American songwriter, musician, singer and writer. Her songs have appeared on more than 100 million records worldwide, Golde has received BMI awards for singles with The Pussycat Dolls "Stickwitu", Randy Travis’s "A Man Ain't Made of Stone", The Kinleys' "Somebody's Out There Watching" from the Touched by an Angel soundtrack, Selena’s "Dreaming of You", Jody Watley’s "Don't You Want Me" and "Nightshift" by the Commodores, which also won a Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group and received a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year. Most recently, Franne has started her own clothing line known for creating "The Perfect Black Pant." == Biography == === Early career === Early in her career, Golde found a home away from home in a rented studio at the Chess Records in Chicago.