The story is loosely based on the career arc of singer-songwriter Carole King, who, like Denise, started out writing songs in the Brill Building for artists like Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, and Little Eva.
The narrative draws parallels to the life of singer-songwriter Carole King, who, like Denise, began her career writing songs in the Brill Building for prominent artists like Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, and Little Eva.