India, Aug. 2 -- Jeannie Seely, known as 'Miss Country Soul', died at the age of 85. A Grand Ole Opry legend, Seely catapulted to fame with her 1966 hit song 'Don't Touch Me', which was written by Hank Cochran.

Seely would go on to marry the songwriter, but their relationship started out professionally, including her acting on Cochran's advice at one time.

Seely, wishing to pursue a career in music, had moved to Los Angeles when she was 21. There, she had gigs as a DJ, a secretary at a record label, and a songwriter. Then, in 1965, Seely set out for Nashville, acting on advice of Hank Cochran.

'Don't Touch Me' won Seely a Grammy, and the two kicked off a professional relationship with the singing talent recording a string of songs, inc...