Was a member of the Glee Club and the Future Teachers of America while in high school.
She was voted the 47th Greatest Artist in Rock 'n' Roll by Rolling Stone.
In 2001, Topps trading cards, in their American Pie Baseball brand produced a 'Piece Of American Pie' memorabilia insert set that included a Joplin-worn dress that is seen on her 'Pearl' album.
Was friends with Jimi Hendrix.
Ranked #3 on VH1's 100 Greatest Women of Rock N Roll
