Jessi Colter’s Breakthrough: The Power of “I’m Not Lisa” Jessi Colter performs I’m Not Lisa live on Pop Goes the Country (Episode 218 – August 20, 1975), hosted by Ralph Emery. Written and recorded by Jessi, the song became a #1 country hit and climbed to #4 on the pop chart — a rare crossover that captured hearts far beyond the country world. Born Mirriam Johnson, Jessi Colter was one of the few women in the outlaw country movement. Her music carried raw emotion, honesty, and strength, breaking