In April 1970, “Buddah” label released “Candles in the Rain”, the third Melanie album. It was recorded in 1970, and was produced by Peter Schekeryk.

Personnel:

• Melanie – vocals, guitars
• Alan Parker- guitars
• Alan Hawkshaw- keyboards, organ
• Edwin Hawkins- keyboards, piano
• Harold McNair- fiddle, flute
• Herbie Flowers- bass
• Barry Morgan- drums
• Rico Reyes – congas, percussion
• John Abbott, Lee Holdridge- arrangements

Track listing:

All tracks by Melanie Safka except where noted.

1. Candles in the Rain
2. Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)
3. Carolina in My Mind – James Taylor
4. Citiest People
5. What Have They Done to My Song Ma
6. Alexander Beetle – Melanie Safka, A. Milne
7. The Good Guys
8. Lovin’ Baby Girl
9. Ruby Tuesday – Mick Jagger, Keith Richards
10. Leftover Wine