Mann who wrote songs for 1999's "Magnolia"

AIMEE

This singer-songwriter shares her first name with a famous French film director.

The clue refers to Aimee Mann, a singer-songwriter who contributed music to the 1999 film Magnolia. The word "Mann" in the clue is a direct hint at her last name, while the rest points to her involvement in the movie's soundtrack. It’s a straightforward reference without wordplay, relying on knowledge of her work.