5 Facts About Mary Margaret O'Hara's Only Album

Miss America is the only full-length studio album Mary Margaret O’Hara ever released. The Canadian singer-songwriter never followed it up with another studio album.

The album was released in 1988. It blends art rock, folk, and experimental pop with O’Hara’s distinctive, emotional vocal style.

O’Hara spent years working on the album. She was known for her perfectionism and struggled to complete it, which contributed to her decision not to record another.

Miss America received critical acclaim. Despite its cult status, it has been praised for its originality and influence on later artists.

O’Hara shifted focus after the album. She moved into acting and occasional live performances, never releasing a second studio album.